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How much do religion professor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for religion professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do Religion Professors typically balance teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities?

Religion Professors often split their time between teaching courses, conducting original research, and fulfilling departmental or university service roles. Teaching usually involves preparing lectures, mentoring students, and grading, while research may include publishing scholarly articles or participating in conferences. Administrative duties can range from serving on academic committees to curriculum development. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills and time management, and expectations may vary depending on the institution's focus—some prioritize teaching, while others emphasize research output.

What does a Religion Professor do?

A Religion Professor teaches courses on religious studies, theology, and related subjects at colleges or universities. They conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and may participate in academic conferences. In addition to teaching, they often advise students, develop curricula, and contribute to academic committees. Their work helps students understand the history, beliefs, and cultural impact of various religions.

What is the difference between Religion Professor vs Religious Studies Lecturer?

AspectReligion ProfessorReligious Studies Lecturer
Required CredentialsDoctorate in Religion or related field, academic credentialsMaster's or Doctorate, often with teaching experience
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, research institutionsUniversities, colleges, community colleges
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research centersEducational institutions, religious organizations
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic career, teaching, researchTeaching roles, curriculum development

Religion Professors typically hold doctoral degrees and focus on research and teaching at universities. Religious Studies Lecturers may have master's or doctoral degrees and primarily teach courses. Both roles are found in higher education, but Professors often engage in research, while Lecturers focus on instruction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Religion Professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Religion Professor, you generally need an advanced degree in religious studies or a related field, deep subject matter expertise, and experience in teaching or academic research. Familiarity with learning management systems, research databases, and sometimes specific pedagogical certifications is valuable. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and critical thinking skills help you engage diverse students and foster open academic discussion. These competencies ensure effective teaching, meaningful scholarship, and the ability to navigate complex religious and cultural topics with respect and intellectual rigor.
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Infographic showing various Religion Professor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Full Time, and 95% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Adjunct Assistant Professor, Religion

Sfcollege

Campus, IL

$32.88/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Job Description Summary

The Department of Humanities, Communications, and Languages provides high-quality instruction in nine disciplines. Faculty in American Sign Language, Chinese, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), French, Humanities, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Spanish, and Speech contribute to the college's General Education curriculum by helping students acquire valuable critical thinking and communication skills, and by teaching them about creative human endeavors in the past and present, which inspire a better future.
Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor will develop, prepare, and teach a variety of Religion coursework. The Adjunct Assistant Professor must have the flexibility to teach courses during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats.
Part-time instructional service will be paid at a rate of $822 per semester credit hour and $32.88 per clock/contact hour.

Job Description

Application Deadline: This advertisement is open continuously and for multiple positions. Applications are reviewed on a need-by basis.

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

  • Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction to didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting.
  • Supports and promotes the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
  • Collaborates with the Director, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates the mastery of course content.
  • Demonstrates technological literacy and innovation in the delivery of instruction.
  • Works collaboratively as part of a cohesive academic team.
  • Assists with the implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the SF philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
  • Participates in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
  • Provides students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
  • Appropriately documents student progress and maintains records including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
  • Develops methods that fairly and accurately assess students' progress in achieving the stated learning outcomes/objectives.
  • Maintains appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
  • Strictly honors the privacy and security of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
  • Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Chair, Humanities, Communications, and Languages

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: A master's degree in or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Religion, Theology Divinity, or area studies in appropriate fields that demonstrate academic knowledge of religious history and culture, languages, sacred texts, philosophy, and so forth.
Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Adaptability to Change - able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
  • Analytical Aptitude & Problem Solving - able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize the interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations, as well as alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate.
  • Communication - able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
  • Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.
  • Customer Service - ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
  • Ethics - able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
  • Organization & Time Management - able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
  • Problem Solving - proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
  • Relationship Management - able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
  • Results Orientation - proven ability to set and exceed established targets.
  • Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
  • Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.

Application Process: All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.

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