Islamic Teaching Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

The Department of Religious Studies at Stanford University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Islamic Studies. We seek candidates specializing in pre-modern Islam; regional focus and disciplinary approach are open. A PhD is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate is encouraged to support and contribute to the department's commitment to diversity, inclusive pedagogy, and equitable practice. They must demonstrate substantial evidence of creativity and excellence in research and scholarship, engagement with the broader concerns, theories, and methodologies of Religious Studies, and dedication to teaching and advising students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of the appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2027.

Candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions and upload:

• a cover letter

• curriculum vitae (including a complete publication list)

• research (2 pages max) and teaching (1 page max) statements

• a brief (no more than 300 words) summary of their expected research program

• contact information for three letters of recommendation

The Religious Studies Department, School of Humanities and Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values. 

The salary range for this position is $115,133 - $135,388. 

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.

Further information about Stanford's Department of Religious Studies may be found at https://religiousstudies.stanford.edu/.

Please direct all inquiries concerning this position to: Linda Fagan, linda.fagan@stanford.edu.

The application process will close on September 30, 2026.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical missions.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.