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ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, Hebrew Bible/Old Testament (09/02/10) The Graduate School of Theology at Abilene Christian University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, beginning in the Fall 2011, pending funding. Rank is open, depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The successful candidate should hold a terminal degree (PhD or ThD preferred) in the field. The successful candidate must also demonstrate competence in teaching and must possess a well-defined program of research as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Address applications or inquiries to Dr. Mark Hamilton, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Theology, ACU... more UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, Assistant Professor (09/02/10) Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations in the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania anticipates making a full-time, tenure-track appointment in the field of Biblical Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin in Fall 2011. The position is open to all scholars whose primary focus is on the Bible and Israelite history and religion. Because of the long association at Penn between Biblical Studies and Ancient Near Eastern Studies, candidates should possess a strong background in Northwest Semitic languages and ancient Mesopotamian culture in... more DR. JOHN MICALLEF MEMORIAL LIBRARY, ST. MARK'S COLLEGE, Head Librarian (08/31/10) Head Librarian Dr. John Micallef Memorial Library, St. Mark's College, Vancouver, BC Introduction This is a part-time position at St. Mark's College, the Catholic Theological college on the campus of the University of British Columbia Position Summary Reporting to the Principal of Saint Mark’s College, the Head Librarian plans and coordinates the development and maintenance of collections that support the programs offered by Saint Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College, the Catholic theological and liberal arts colleges at the University of British Columbia. The Colleges also provide Catholic campus ministry servi... more W.F. ALBRIGHT INSTITUTE OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH, JERUSALEM, Fellowships - Doctoral, Post-Doctoral, Senior (08/31/10) 2011-12 Albright Fellowships www.aiar.org The Albright invites applications at the doctoral, post-doctoral, and senior levels in religious studies, archaeology, anthropology, art history, Bible, epigraphy, history, language, literature, philology or related disciplines from pre-history through the early Islamic period in Near Eastern Studies. Awards include room and half-board at the newly renovated Albright Institute located near the Old City of Jerusalem. Living accommodations include a served dinner, self-service breakfast, and a garden area for tea/coffee. The research library contains over 30,000 volumes, 650 jou... more HEBREW UNION COLLEGE, Visiting Assistant Professor of Bible (08/30/10) Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles, invites applications for a full-time, three-year position, renewable for an additional two years, as Visiting Assistant Professor in Hebrew Bible, to start July 2011. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies. Candidates who have expertise in some specific biblical corpora, particularly in the Torah/Pentateuch and prophetic literature, or those well versed in the history of interpretation, are especially welcome. Broad knowledge of the Jewish tradition and its texts, as well as proficiency in Hebrew, is essential. Responsibilities include teaching and mentoring students... more REDEEMER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, New Testament Professor (08/30/10) DEPARTMENT OF RELIGION AND THEOLOGY REDEEMER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE invites applications for a tenure-track position (level open) in New Testament, beginning July 2011. An earned PhD (or equivalent) and experience teaching at the undergraduate level is desired. Commitment to undergraduate liberal arts teaching and scholarly research is expected. Half of the teaching load is normally comprised of core biblical studies courses including Introduction to Christian Scripture (100 level) and Theological Interpretation of Christian Scripture (200 level). The other half is filled with curricular course rotations of Greek, New Testament theology (seq... more AUSTIN PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Academic Dean (08/27/10) ACADEMIC DEAN Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary seeks applicants for the position of Academic Dean. The Dean will be responsible for the effective administration of the academic affairs of the Seminary, including both degree and non-degree programs. Strong applicants will have: (1) demonstrated excellence in teaching; (2) administrative expertise, and (3) scholarly publications. The Dean will be engaged in faculty development and strategic planning and will work with the assistance of the Faculty, the Associate Deans, the Registrar, the Directors of non-degree programs, and the Doctor of Ministry Director. Racial/ethnic min... more THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN, Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis (08/26/10) The University of Aberdeen Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis The University of Aberdeen looks to enhance further its investment in New Testament research and teaching by appointing an exceptional scholar of international standing to the Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis. The ambitions and achievements of Divinity and Religious Studies at Aberdeen are those of one the most vigorous research cultures within the University. In the 2008 research Assessment Exercise, it was ranked first in Scotland; it was also ranked second in the UK in the Times Higher Education Tables. You will provide leadership within the field, att... more GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies (08/19/10) The Department of Literature and Philosophy at Georgia Southern University invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Literature and Religion to begin August 1, 2011. Ph.D. in Religious Studies is required. The successful candidate will have expertise in at least two of the following areas: Literature and Religion, Religion and East Asian Traditions, Religion and Middle-Eastern Traditions, Religion and Global Literature. There must be demonstrated teaching experience. The teaching load is 3 courses per semester, usually including Introduction to Religious Studies. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track ap... more UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Sundet Family Chair in New Testament and Christian Studies (08/16/10) The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for the Sundet Family Chair in New Testament and Christian Studies. This is a full-time tenured faculty position at the rank of associate professor beginning fall semester 2011. Applicants must hold the degree of Ph.D. or equivalent and possess a distinguished record of academic achievement (scholarly research, teaching, service) that satisfies the criteria for holding an appointment with indefinite tenure in the Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Minnesota. Essent... more BEESON DIVINITY SCHOOL OF SAMFORD UNIVERSITY, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs (08/12/10) Beeson Divinity School of Samford University seeks an established scholar or young scholar with outstanding promise to serve as associate dean for academic affairs to oversee all academic personnel, programs, and assessment. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent teaching, mentoring, and research ability, and must possess excellent administrative, supervisory, and collegial skills. Applicants must have a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, an active involvement in church life, a commitment to the school’s evangelical identity and confession, and a desire to serve with an interdenominational, evangelical faculty and staff. Salary an... more BOSTON UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF RELIGION, Christianity in Modern Context (08/11/10) BOSTON UNIVERSITY Department of Religion invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in modern Christianity (pending final budgetary approval). Geographical focus is open, but we are particularly interested in American, African, African-American, Latin American, or Latino/a Christianity/ies. Historical, anthropological, or sociological methodologies are most desirable. Candidates should demonstrate excellence or the promise of excellence in scholarship and teaching. Ph.D. in hand or by June 2011. Candidate will teach introductory Religion and Christianity courses and offer undergraduate and graduate courses in field o... more THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN, Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis (08/06/10) The University of Aberdeen Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis The University of Aberdeen looks to enhance further its investment in New Testament research and teaching by appointing an exceptional scholar of international standing to the Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis. The ambitions and achievements of Divinity and Religious Studies at Aberdeen are those of one the most vigorous research cultures within the University. In the 2008 research Assessment Exercise, it was ranked first in Scotland; it was also ranked second in the UK in the Times Higher Education Tables. You will provide leadership within the fiel... more LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor of Judaism (08/02/10) Loyola Marymount University, Department of Theological Studies, announces a tenure track faculty position in Judaism at the level of Assistant Professor beginning Fall Semester, 2011. The University seeks candidates with comprehensive training in Jewish religious traditions who can teach broadly within and beyond their area of specialization. The successful candidate will be conversant in Jewish/Catholic relations and will have competence in one or more subfields, such as Hebrew Bible, Talmud, Jewish Theology, History of Jewish Thought, Interreligious Dialogue, Jewish practice, and/or the Jewish textual tradition. The position involves both ... more LESLEY UNIVERSITY, Epicopal Divinity School Collection Services Librarian (07/30/10) EDS Collection Services Librarian DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lesley University seeks a collaborative librarian for the position of EDS (Episcopal Divinity School) Collection Services Librarian. This is a half-time position with benefits. Under the daily supervision of the Head of Collection Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for original and complex copy cataloging of theology materials at the Sherrill Library, as well as oversight for copy cataloging, database holdings maintenance, and related work. S/he will supervise student staff in collection services activities. Under the direction of the EDS ... more PITTSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Archivist/Records Management Librarian (Part-Time) (07/30/10) ARCHIVIST/RECORDS MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN (Part-Time) Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh PA Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, a graduate professional institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), invites applications for the part-time position of Archivist/Records management Librarian (part-time) of the Clifford E. Barbour Library. Position Summary: The Archivist/Records Management Librarian will oversee all aspects of organizing, processing, cataloging, preserving and providing access to library archival materials in a variety of formats using current archival principles and standards; work with the Libr... more PITTSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Electronic Services Librarian (07/30/10) ELECTRONIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh PA Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, a graduate professional institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), invites applications for the full-time position of Electronic Services Librarian of the Clifford E. Barbour Library. Position Summary: The Electronic Services Librarian will overseeing all aspects of library electronic and computer services including providing support for the automated library system (Innovative Interfaces Millennium system) in coordination with the IT department ; implementation and operation of various staff database... more PITTSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Head of Technical Services/Lead Cataloger (07/30/10) Head of Technical Services/ Lead Cataloger Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh PA Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, a graduate professional institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), invites applications for the full-time position of Head of Technical Services/ Lead Cataloger of the Clifford E. Barbour Library. Position Summary: The Head of Technical Services Librarian will organize, oversee and report on all aspects of technical services including cataloging, serials, and materials processing. Responsibilities include original and copy cataloging of print, non-print, and electronic formats in OCLC and ... more UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO MISSISSAUGA, DEPARTMENT OF HISTORICAL STUDIES, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN CHRISTIANITY (#1000629) (07/30/10) ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN CHRISTIANITY (#1000629) The Department of Historical Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a tenure-stream position in Christianity at the rank of Assistant Professor. This appointment will begin on July 1, 2011, by which time the candidate must hold a doctoral degree. The candidate’s research may focus on any aspect of Christianity from any period of its history, but interests that complement existing departmental strengths would be an asset. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in and commitment to both research and teaching, with established or clear promise of disti... more ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY FLORIDA DUNNAM CAMPUS, Professor of Homiletics (07/26/10) Asbury Theological Seminary announces a tenure track faculty position in homiletics for the Dunnam Campus in Orlando, Florida. Rank is open. The initial appointment is for three years, with a teaching load of fifteen hours (five courses) in the first year, 18 hours (six courses) thereafter. The person hired in this position will offer at least one but no more than two courses each year in the Seminary’s Extended Learning (ExL™) Program. The position will commence as early as January 1, 2011 but no later than July 1, 2011. Qualifications: • A strong personal faith in Jesus Christ, mature Christian character, and active participation in th... more CLEMSON UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor (07/21/10) Assistant Professor, tenure-track position. Employment to begin August 15, 2011. The successful candidate must have New Testament as their primary area of expertise. Ph.D. prior to appointment required. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application detailing qualifications including C.V., evidence of teaching effectiveness and letters of recommendation to Assistant Professor Search Committee, Dr. Nancy A. Hardesty, Chair, Department of Philosophy & Religion, 126 D Hardin Hall, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634-0528. Application deadline is September 15, 2010. We cannot accept materials by fax or ... more ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Professor of New Testament (03/24/10) ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY announces a faculty position in New Testament, on its Wilmore Campus, commencing July 2011. Asbury Theological Seminary is a confessional seminary in the Wesleyan tradition, and enthusiastic agreement with the Seminary’s confessional and ethos statements is essential. The initial appointment is for three years, renewable, tenure-track. Rank is open. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants with considerable teaching experience and a strong publishing record. Consonant with the Seminary’s commitment to distance learning, the person hired in this position will be expected t... more