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CertificationsTypically requires knowledge of Buddhist teachings, possibly a background in Buddhist studies or ordinationOften requires religious or spiritual certifications, sometimes ordination in a faith tradition
Work EnvironmentTemples, meditation centers, spiritual retreatsHospitals, military, prisons, educational institutions
Industry UsageReligious organizations focused on BuddhismMultifaith or specific faith-based settings in various institutions
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Assistant Buddhist and Assistant Chaplain roles both support spiritual needs but differ mainly in their religious focus and work environments. Assistant Buddhists primarily work within Buddhist communities and centers, while Assistant Chaplains serve in diverse institutional settings across various faiths. Both roles require spiritual knowledge and certifications relevant to their traditions, but their day-to-day duties and employer settings vary significantly.

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Professor in Buddhist Studies

Harvard University

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$90K - $135K/yr

Full-time

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Professor in Buddhist Studies
School
Harvard Divinity School
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Position Description
Harvard University's Faculty of Divinity seeks to appoint a full-time tenure-track faculty member in Buddhist Studies. We welcome applications from specialists in Theravada, Mahayana in South Asia, or other foci of Buddhist Studies such as monasticism, literature, philosophy, ethics, culture, gender, meditation, or ritual as practiced in premodern or early modern South or Southeast Asia. Applicants must have strong grounding in one or more South or Southeast Asian languages pertinent to their area of study.
Basic Qualifications
Applicants should be competent in the appropriate research languages and be able to teach and advise at the doctoral and master's levels. The successful candidate will work closely with students in the Divinity School's Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, Buddhist Ministry Initiative, and Master of Religion in Public Life programs, as well as PhD candidates in the Study of Religion in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. They will also have an opportunity to teach undergraduates in Harvard College and to collaborate with colleagues and students in other departments and schools in the University. Excellence in teaching, scholarship, and research is expected. The doctoral degree must be held by June 30, 2027.
Applications should be made online at: http://academicpositions.harvard.edu. Applications must include a CV, a cover letter, a writing sample, and the names and email addresses of three professional references who are prepared to submit letters of recommendation. The School may contact those persons directly at a later stage in the search. The deadline for submission of applications is September 30, 2026.
Letters of nomination are welcome. Applicants should address any questions regarding the position itself or the online application system to the search office. Please contact us at buddhist_studies@hds.harvard.edu.
Please note, if visa sponsorship is needed, Harvard retains the discretion to determine which visa status is appropriate and whether a visa sponsorship application will ultimately be submitted, including payment of any applicable fees.
HDS is an equal opportunity, affirmative-action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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buddhist_studies@hds.harvard.edu
Contact Email
buddhist_studies@hds.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$90,000 - $135,000
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Allowed
3
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