"Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion"

Centre College invites applications for a two-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion, beginning in August 2026. Candidates must be ABD or have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a related field by the time of appointment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are committed to undergraduate education, will contribute to the depth of our faculty, support our flourishing student body, and utilize a variety of pedagogical practices. As noted in the Statement on Community, The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated rather than discouraged, where individuals have the opportunity to exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences.

The successful candidate will teach 18 credits (6 courses) per academic year, offering classes in the Religion Program as well as our general education curriculum (including first-year seminars). The area of specialization is open; however, some preference may be given to those scholars who can teach Introduction to Islam. We seek scholars who can offer courses in a broad range of fields and regions, complementing our current curriculum. Some possible areas of expertise include: African and/or African Diaspora Religions; Indigenous traditions; Islam in America or East Asia; Psychology of Religion; Ethics and/or Philosophy of Religion; Religion and Science, Religion, Healing, and Medicine; and Religion and the Environment. We also welcome candidates who are interested in teaching study away courses (domestic or abroad) during our intensive January term.

The successful candidate will join a community of teacher-scholars dedicated to excellent teaching and student mentorship, balanced representation, shared governance, interdisciplinary collaboration, global study, scholarly achievement, and service to the college and broader society. We offer a supportive community for faculty from all backgrounds, mentoring for early-career faculty, and ongoing professional development.

Centre College, a highly selective liberal arts college of about 1,400 students, has one of the nation’s premier study abroad programs and is ranked among the top National Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. Classes are small and academic standards are high. Centre graduates enjoy extraordinary success, with entrance to top graduate and professional schools, prestigious fellowships for further study, and rewarding jobs. Centre College is located in Danville, Kentucky, a town of 18,000 recognized for its high quality of life, friendly people, beautiful landscapes, and easy access to Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; and Cincinnati, OH.

To apply, please submit the following at https://apply.interfolio.com/174013. A complete application will include (1) letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness (4) three confidential letters of reference from individuals able to share insight into the candidate’s expertise and future potential, and (5) unofficial transcripts. Review of applications will begin on October 6, 2026 and will continue until the position has been filled. Candidates with questions about access or requiring reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process should contact Shana Sippy at shana.sippy@centre.edu.

Centre College is a proud member of the Southeast Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. The Southeast HERC is a non-profit organization composed of a diverse group of colleges, universities, hospitals, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and members of private industry committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce from all backgrounds. Member representatives include faculty, staff, human resources professionals, institutional leaders, and faculty relations experts. Centre College is an equal opportunity employer.

Candidates must be ABD or have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a related field by the time of appointment.

About Centre College: Centre College is a premier national liberal arts college that serves approximately 1,400 students and provides a supportive community and a flexible, personal academic path to a meaningful life and career. Founded in 1819, Centre accomplishes its goals in an atmosphere of caring and respectful relationships among faculty, student, and staff. The College has an endowment in excess of $420 million and an operating budget of more than $65 million. Centre welcomes and supports diversity. The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated, where individuals can exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences. Please view our Statement of Community. Located in Danville, KY, the historic, picturesque 150-acre campus is 30 miles from Lexington, in the famed Bluegrass Region of Central Kentucky. For information concerning the College, visit our web site at www.centre.edu.