Visiting Assistant Professor in Religious Studies

Visiting Assistant Professor in Religious Studies

Hendrix College invites applications for a one-year visiting Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2026, in the Program in Religious Studies, with a focus on religion, ethics, and culture and with special preference for candidates whose work engages the theme of religion and health. The College seeks to continue its tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship by attracting faculty who combine disciplinary breadth with intellectual curiosity and a strong commitment to undergraduate education in a liberal arts environment.

The Program in Religious Studies seeks to complement existing strengths in Biblical Studies/Hebrew Bible and Asian Religions/Buddhist Studies by hiring a scholar-teacher whose work addresses ethical, cultural, and interdisciplinary dimensions of religion. Candidates should demonstrate broad training in their field of expertise, a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches, and competency in working in community-engaged settings. Ideal applicants will be enthusiastic, collaborative, adaptable, and prepared to work closely with colleagues, students, and community partners from diverse academic and faith backgrounds. Doctorate is preferred; ABD will be considered.

The standard teaching load for this position is three courses each semester. A spring course release may be available if the successful candidate assumes programmatic responsibilities connected to an ongoing grant-funded initiative focused on religion and health. In addition to courses situated at the intersection of religion and health, the Program seeks a faculty member who can teach courses in religion and culture, religious ethics, and other introductory, interdisciplinary, or topical offerings aligned with areas of teaching competence and appropriate for a broad liberal arts student population.

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the candidate’s interest in teaching in a demanding liberal arts environment, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcripts, and a statement of scholarly interest. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be requested and sent by e-mail to facultyrecs@hendrix.edu. Address cover letter to Dr. Bill Gorvine. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and can be submitted at www.hendrix.edu/jobs. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Hendrix College is a distinguished liberal arts college located in Conway, Arkansas, thirty miles from Little Rock at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and maintains a strong commitment to excellence in the liberal arts. Hendrix College is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered without regard to race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic specified by law. The College is committed to fostering an atmosphere of civility and respect for all students, faculty, and staff.