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Adjunct Faculty, Religious Studies

Westlake, OH · On-site

$942/wk

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.

DePaul

Part Time Faculty, Religious Studies

Chicago, IL · On-site

$4.5K - $5.6K/wk

Part Time Faculty, Religious Studies Full-time Faculty Positions Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants ...

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Adjunct Faculty, Religious Studies

Parma, OH

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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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for religious studies faculty in the United States is $291,565.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $394,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as Religious Studies Faculty, you typically need an advanced degree in religious studies or a related field, along with strong research, teaching, and curriculum development skills. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), academic databases, and grading software is often required. Excellent communication, cultural sensitivity, and mentoring abilities distinguish outstanding faculty members. These skills ensure you can foster student engagement, maintain academic rigor, and contribute effectively to the academic community.

What are some common responsibilities of religious studies faculty during an academic semester?

Religious Studies Faculty are responsible for designing and delivering course material, leading class discussions, and assessing student work throughout the semester. They often hold regular office hours to provide academic support, mentor students, and address questions outside of class meetings. Faculty also participate in departmental meetings, university committees, and ongoing professional development. Collaboration with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects and research is common, fostering both personal growth and contributions to the institution's scholarly environment.

What is a religious studies faculty?

A Religious Studies Faculty job involves teaching, researching, and engaging in scholarly activities related to religion, theology, and philosophy. Faculty members design and deliver courses on topics such as world religions, religious history, ethics, and sacred texts. They may also mentor students, contribute to academic discussions, and publish research in their field. Additionally, they often participate in departmental duties, curriculum development, and community outreach.

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Infographic showing various Religious Studies Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 18% Full Time, 70% Part Time, and 12% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $291,565 per year, or $140.2 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty - Religious Studies

Kentucky Community and Technical College System

Lexington, KY • On-site

$825/wk

Temporary

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Religious Studies
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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