Assistant Professor of Religious Studies

Assistant Professor of Religious Studies

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Salary Range: $69,925 - $72,000 (9 month)
CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU
MISSION STATEMENT
Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

• Position Information
  

Title: Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
Department: School of Humanities, Arts and Design
Exempt, Full Time
9 month

• Position Summary
  

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Religious Studies. Teaching assignments may include courses in day undergraduate, Early College, Second Chance Pell, Master of Pastoral Theology, and other Chaminade programs. As a faculty member, the Assistant Professor is expected to actively participate in curriculum development and assessment, accreditation, and student related activities. Tenure track faculty are also expected to maintain a program of active research and publication. The instructor is expected to advise students, perform all duties professionally and ethically, and support the policies and mission of the University.

• Reports to
  

Direct Report to: This position reports to the Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts & Design

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Teach the required work load credits per semester in the undergraduate program and possibly the graduate program as assigned
• Actively participate in discipline, division, and university related activities and committees, the accreditation process, curriculum development, and scholarship (teaching, grant writing, research, publishing, and community service)
• Deliver student-focused, active-learning instruction and conduct assessments of student, program, and course learning outcomes.
• Advise students
• Adhere to duties as described in the Faculty Handbook
• Create a professional development plan and demonstrate a trajectory that promotes excellent teaching, s cholarship, community service, and life-long learning
• Remain current in the latest industry practices, standards, equipment, research, and technology
• Any other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts and Design
• Disclaimer
  

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

• Education and Experience
  

Minimum

• Ph.D. in Religious studies, Theology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience teaching in a university or college setting
• Excellent record of teaching in a variety of formats, including in-person, online, and hybrid courses
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly research and publication
• Experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse students in a multicultural location
• Experience teaching in student-centered, small class settings
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  

Preferred

• Proven record of successful teaching and scholarship
• Three to five years of experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at the university level
• Experience working with Hawaii and Pacific Island communities
• Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Demonstrated success in teaching at an institution of higher education for at least one (1) year;
• Demonstrated teaching excellence in the discipline and/or related fields
• Proficient in the use of technology such as Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and students at all levels of the university.
• Ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Physical Requirements
  

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

• Other Requirements
• This is a full time, exempt position. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and have a varying schedule when required
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at or on the employee Share Portal
• Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving
  

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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