Adjunct Faculty - Religion

Job Description

The Philosophy & Religion Department at the University of Indianapolis invites applications for an Adjunct instructor to teach Religion. The ideal candidate should be able to teach a section of World Religion or Judaism or both as introductory-level courses.

Company Description

Become a Greyhound! The University of Indianapolis is a private, liberal arts university and home to a close-knit community of more than 700 faculty and staff supporting 5,600 undergraduate and graduate students on our main campus. We offer an inclusive work environment where your individual contributions will be recognized and rewarded and the University’s motto, “Education for Service,” provides the foundation for all our work.

Situated on 65 acres in the University Heights neighborhood and just minutes from downtown Indianapolis , UIndy’s campus is close to all of the cultural, shopping, sports, and recreational amenities you’d expect in the 13th-largest city in the United States. Want to cheer on your Hounds when they play their rivals in the Great Lakes Valley Conference? UIndy employees and their families enjoy free admission to home sporting events, and many arts and cultural events on campus are free for employees as well. The University is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including a generous time off policy, ensuring you can enjoy your time outside of work as you wish.

If you’re interested in joining our dynamic environment and experiencing hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application.

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center
  

Responsibilities

• Teaches and evaluates up to 6 credit hours in the 2022-23 academic year
• Designs courses and syllabi that conform to University and Department requirements and expectations
• Plans lessons
• Grades assignments, essays, etc.
• Responds to student needs in person or electronically

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Religious Studies (or allied field) required, Ph.D. preferred
• Ability to teach introductory courses in Religious Studies, specifically World Religions or Judaism required
• Ability to teach both World Religions and Judaism preferred
• Previous collegiate teaching experience in Religious Studies preferred