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Adjunct Faculty, Religious Studies Special Note: This is a part-time (adjunct) faculty position. Candidates will be interviewed and hired on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year.

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Teachescourses in Religious Studies. * Prepares and delivers learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes * Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts

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How much do entry level religious studies faculty jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level religious studies faculty in the United States is $78,750.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Religious Studies Faculty vs Entry Level Theology Instructor?

AspectEntry Level Religious Studies FacultyEntry Level Theology Instructor
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Religious Studies or related field; teaching experienceBachelor's or Master's in Theology or related field; teaching experience
Work EnvironmentColleges, universities, academic settingsColleges, seminaries, religious institutions
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, academic industryReligious organizations, faith-based colleges
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Religious Studies Faculty and Entry Level Theology Instructor roles share similar educational requirements and work environments, often found in academic settings. However, Religious Studies Faculty typically focus on broader religious topics across multiple faiths, while Theology Instructors usually specialize in a specific faith tradition. Both roles involve teaching and curriculum development, but their target institutions and focus areas differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Religious Studies Faculty job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,750 per year, or $37.9 per hour.
Adjunct Faculty - Religious Studies

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Adjunct Faculty - Religious Studies

Apply now Job no: 493015
Work type: Temporary
Location: Lexington, KY
Categories: Adjunct Faculty

Title: Adjunct Faculty - Religious Studies

Salary Range: $825 per credit hour

Contract Term Length: Not Applicable

Standard Hours: Varies

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Newtown Pike

Department: CHLSS

Job Summary

Socio-cultural Studies is seeking qualified part-time faculty for on-site religious studies classes at the Danville, Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, Lexington, and/or Winchester campuses.* Additional qualifications to those listed below based on course subject may apply.
While we are primarily seeking applicants to teach on-site, adjuncts may be asked to teach using any of the following modes of instruction:
On-site with in-person meetings two days per week,
Hybrid with in-person meetings on-site one day per week paired with online instruction, and/or
Online/asynchronous with no required on-site, in-person meetings.
For more information, please contact the Socio-cultural Studies Coordinator.
Leon Lane, Jr., Associate Professor
leon.lane@kctcs.edu 
859-246-6327
*This posting will remain open to maintain a pool of qualified applicants and will be filled according to need.

Job Duties:

Prepare and deliver course syllabi, lectures and/or labs relevant to the course description and student learning outcomes (Course and if applicable General Education).
Develop individual, and contribute to the creation of common, course assignments (discussions, written work, research exercises, quizzes, exams, etc.) to evaluate student proficiency.
Maintain regular contact with students promptly answering student emails and messages.
Meet with students individually and/or in small groups to provide supplemental instruction, direction, and feedback.
Provide an online course shell for students meeting minimum content and structure, including student access to syllabi and individual grades, for the mode of instruction.**
Maintain student grades and complete institutional student progress reports as directed.
Participate in the development, implementation, and reporting outcomes of program and course assessment.
Complete mandatory annual employment training.
Complete mandatory instructional training for mode of instruction, especially for instructors teaching in hybrid and/or online course modes of instruction.
Other duties as assigned.
**BCTC currently uses the Blackboard Ultra LMS.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Religious Studies, Anthropology, Divinity, Philosophy, or Theology
OR
Master's degree in any field AND 18 graduate semester hours in Religious Studies, Anthropology, Divinity, Philosophy, or Theology
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum two years teaching experience
Prior teaching experience and/or credentialing in cultural awareness/competence studies or related fields/training
Multilingual
**To be considered for a faculty position, please upload a copy of your unofficial transcript at the time of your application.

Advertised: 13 Mar 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
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