Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Studies

The Department of Religion at Wofford College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor (Ph.D.) or visiting instructor (ABD) in Religious Studies to begin fall 2026. The teaching load for this position is 4-0-4. During the fall semester, the candidate will teach 3 sections of a general education Religion Studies course plus 1 section of a Liberal Arts Studies course for entering first-year students (topic to be chosen by the candidate). For the spring semester, the schedule would be 3 sections of a general education Religious Studies course (topic TBD, but can be the same course from the fall) plus 1 upper-level Religious Studies class. Graduate coursework on teaching and/or additional pedagogical training through workshops or certificates is helpful for this position. In addition, we value inclusive pedagogical approaches that aim to engage with a diverse student community.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A Ph.D. or ABD in Religious Studies. One semester of teaching experience or its equivalent.

APPLICATION

All applications must include the following materials:

1. a letter of application that introduces the candidate to the department;
2. a statement explaining the candidate’s interest in teaching at a residential liberal arts college, as well as the candidate’s approach to teaching; and
3. a curriculum vitae

All application materials should be submitted through the Wofford Career portal. Applications received by April 30, 2026 will receive full consideration. Please contact the Department Chair, Dr. Katherine (Trina) Janiec Jones (joneskj@wofford.edu), with any questions.