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Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

@ Michigan State University
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East Lansing, Michigan, United States
OnsitePart Time, Contract
Responsibilities:teaching courses, developing syllabi, advising students
Requirements Summary:Part-time instructor or assistant professor of Christianity with potential for other Religious Studies needs; fixed-term starting Aug 15, 2026; two courses in FS26; requires doctorate for rank; teaching experience in Christianity and Biblical Literature.
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Working/Functional Title


Instructor/Ast Professor for Religious Studies


Position Summary


The Department of Religious Studies at Michigan State University is seeking a part-time instructor or assistant professor of Christianity with potential for courses that fit other departmental needs. This is a fixed-term, fall 2026 semester position beginning August 15, 2026 and is renewable for spring 2027 contingent upon funding and performance. Rank is determined by the highest degree with a Master's degree required for an instructor position and a PhD required for an assistant professor position. All degrees must be confirmed by degree-granting institutions by the time of hire. The successful candidate will have teaching experience and will engage in teaching two courses during the FS26 semester.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.


Required Degree


Doctorate


Minimum Requirements



  • Master’s degree for Instructor; PhD for Ast Professor rank

  • Teaching experience and expertise in Christianity and Biblical Literature


Desired Qualifications



  • PhD degree

  • Teaching experience and expertise in Christianity and Biblical Literature

  • Teaching experience and expertise in Religious Studies Methods and Theories


Required Application Materials



  1. a cover letter

  2. current curriculum vitae

  3. Sample syllabi

  4. the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.


Special Instructions


Review of applications will begin March 5, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website http://careers.msu.edu. Posting number 1111673.

For more information, contact Dr. Morgan Shipley, Chair of the Search Committee at [email protected].


Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.


Review of Applications Begins On


03/05/2026


MSU Statement


Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.