Assistant Teaching Professor in South Asian Religions

Pennsylvania State University   University Park, PA   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 19, 2024
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Assistant Teaching Professor in South Asian Religions

The Department of Asian Studies at Penn State (University Park) invites applications for a full-time teaching faculty position (non-tenure-track) in South Asian Religions, with a preference for South Asian Buddhism, to begin in Fall 2024. This position offers full benefits and the possibility of annual renewal and will be filled at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor.

We are seeking applicants with an interest in teaching courses on Buddhism and South Asian religions who can help grow student interest in these areas on campus. The prospective faculty member will contribute to the South Asian Studies minor that we are currently building in the department. Additionally, the courses taught by this faculty member will help satisfy requirements for the Religious Studies minor at Penn State.

Responsibilities include teaching introductory to advanced-level courses on Buddhism and South Asian religions as well as participation in programmatic service. Teaching load is six courses per year (usually three courses per semester - standard academic calendar).

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in the study of South Asian Buddhism and/or South Asian cultures and religions. ABD candidates may apply, but they must have their Ph.D. by the start of appointment. Knowledge of or reading proficiency in at least one South Asian language, including Sanskrit or Pali, is also required.

In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.

The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non-tenure-line faculty appointments. Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21.

To apply, please submit the following electronically through Penn State's Job Posting Board:
  • a cover letter detailing relevant qualifications for this job,
  • a curriculum vitae,
  • the names/contact information of three references, and
  • a teaching statement outlining your pedagogy and teaching philosophy


System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.

For more information on our program, please consult https://asian.la.psu.edu/. Review of applications will begin January 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

This is a term appointment of one year, with the possibility of annual renewal.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to 75% tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26) and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information.


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