Centre College invites applications for a two-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion, beginning in August 2026. Candidates must [be ABD or] have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a related field] by the time of appointment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are committed to undergraduate education, will contribute to the depth of our faculty, support our flourishing student body, and utilize a variety of pedagogical practices. As noted in the Statement on Community, The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated rather than discouraged, where individuals have the opportunity to exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences.
The successful candidate will teach 18 credits (6 courses) per academic year, offering classes in the Religion Program as well as our general education curriculum (including first-year seminars). The area of specialization is open; however, some preference may be given to those scholars who can teach Introduction to Islam. We seek scholars who can offer courses in a broad range of fields and regions, complementing our current curriculum. Some possible areas of expertise include: African and/or African Diaspora Religions; Indigenous traditions; Islam in America or East Asia; Psychology of Religion; Ethics and/or Philosophy of Religion; Religion and Science, Religion, Healing, and Medicine; and Religion and the Environment. We also welcome candidates who are interested in teaching study away courses (domestic or abroad) during our intensive January term.
The successful candidate will join a community of teacher-scholars dedicated to excellent teaching and student mentorship, balanced representation, shared governance, interdisciplinary collaboration, global study, scholarly achievement, and service to the college and broader society. We offer a supportive community for faculty from all backgrounds, mentoring for early-career faculty, and ongoing professional development.
Centre College, a highly selective liberal arts college of about 1,400 students, has one of the nation’s premier study abroad programs and is ranked among the top National Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. Classes are small and academic standards are high. Centre graduates enjoy extraordinary success, with entrance to top graduate and professional schools, prestigious fellowships for further study, and rewarding jobs. Centre College is located in Danville, Kentucky, a town of 18,000 recognized for its high quality of life, friendly people, beautiful landscapes, and easy access to Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; and Cincinnati, OH. For more information about Centre College, visit www.centre.edu
Centre College is a proud member of the Southeast Higher Education Recruitment Consortium: https://southeast.hercjobs.org The Southeast HERC is a non-profit organization composed of a diverse group of colleges, universities, hospitals, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and members of private industry committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce from all backgrounds. Member representatives include faculty, staff, human resources professionals, institutional leaders, and faculty relations experts. Centre College is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must [be ABD or] have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a related field] by the time of appointment.
To apply, please submit the following at https://apply.interfolio.com/174013 A complete application will include (1) letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness (4) three confidential [letters of] reference from individuals able to share insight into the candidate’s expertise and future potential, and (5) unofficial transcripts. Review of applications will begin on [October 6, 2026] and will continue until the position has been filled. Candidates with questions about access or requiring reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process should contact Shana Sippy at shana.sippy@centre.edu.
As a fundamental policy and in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Centre College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in the administration of any of its education or employment policies. Centre College hires and promotes its employees and admits its students on the basis of merit, qualification, and character.
