"Oden Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Christianity, Judaism, or American Religions"

Carleton College, Department of Religion, seeks qualified candidates for a two-year postdoctoral fellow in Christianity, Judaism, or American religions, to begin September 1, 2026. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand (received less than five years ago) by the start-date of the position. Appointment involves half-time research and writing and half-time teaching for a total of 5 courses over a two year, six term period (2-3 courses per year, likely 3 courses in 2026-27 and 2 courses in 2027-28). Candidates should (a) have primary training in the religious and cultural traditions of Christianity, Judaism, or American religions (or teaching competency in at least 2 of these 3 areas), (b) be skilled at relating both historical and contemporary materials to their various cultural settings, and (c) have a strong interest and teaching competence in theoretical and comparative issues in the field of religious studies. We are particularly interested in candidates whose specialization engages questions related to any of the following: media studies and technology, popular culture, bioethics, gender, race, or religion and public life.

Carleton is committed to developing its faculty to better reflect the breadth of our student body and American society. Members of underrepresented groups at Carleton are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, please visit the Carleton College web site at go.carleton.edu/carletonjobs to complete the online application by submitting a cover letter, c.v., and two to three sample syllabi. After passing through an initial screening process, applicants may receive a request for the contact information for three references, including at least one who is able to specifically address teaching experience. Please send inquiries to Lori Pearson (lpearson@carleton.edu), Chair, Department of Religion, Carleton College, Northfield, MN. Applications received by February 23 are assured of full consideration.

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $69,000 - $75,740. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Carleton also offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• A generous 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer contribution and 2% employee contribution
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Carleton College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, veteran status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in providing employment or access to its educational facilities and activities.