Assistant College Lecturer in Philosophy & Comparative Religion

Cleveland State University

Assistant College Lecturer in Philosophy & Comparative Religion

Position Description: The Department of Philosophy and Comparative Religion and the Black Studies Program at Cleveland State University invite applications for a full-time appointment in African and African American Religion at the rank of Assistant College Lecturer beginning August 22, 2022. CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student-focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

The successful candidate will hold a joint appointment in Comparative Religion and Black Studies. Duties will include teaching 12 credit hours/4 courses per semester plus service and committee work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD. in Religious Studies or a closely related field by July 1, 2022
• Ability to teach courses on the Black religious experience in the U.S.
• Ability to teach introductory courses in Religious Studies and Black Studies
• Evidence of teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to develop new courses in African religions and/or religions in the African diaspora
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• Evidence of ability to contribute through teaching and/or service to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the academic community

Applicant Instructions: Review of applications will begin January 25, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

Applications are accepted online only at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/15755 and should include:

• a letter of application
• current CV
• unofficial transcripts or a statement about graduate courses
• evidence of teaching achievement
• Diversity Statement
• three letters of reference

Inquiries should be directed to Sucharita Adluri, Chair of Search Committee at s.adluri16@csuohio.edu.

Cleveland State University is an urban campus serving a racially, culturally, and economically diverse student body. Diversity is extremely important to CSU. Explain your experience serving diverse students and how you will make a positive contribution to CSU’s inclusive community. For applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience, note how your work will contribute to CSU’s commitment to diversity and mission as an urban serving university

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran and disabled status, or genetic information.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.