The Religious Studies Department of Iona College seeks to appoint a scholar of religion/theology, in the rank of assistant professor (tenure track), whose work is committed to environmental studies at the intersections of religion, ecology and spirituality.

Of particular interest are scholars who approach the planetary crisis from an informed multi-religious understanding and appreciation of a Catholic commitment to the Earth in the spirit of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’: On the Care of Our Common Home.

This position may also serve as a rotating coordinator for the College’s environmental studies program, an interdisciplinary major/minor served by the Humanities, Social Sciences and Natural Sciences. The successful candidate will also teach within the College’s Core Curriculum, including the freshman seminar and learning communities. This position will also support and collaborate with the newly dedicated Deignan Institute for Earth and Spirit.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 4/4 course load, with primary responsibility for teaching department courses in the areas of religion/ecology/spirituality
• Contribute to teaching in the College’s Core Curriculum, including the freshman seminar and learning communities
• Maintaining regular office hours in the department to meet with students
• Attend department meetings and support department projects as needed
• Engage in service to the department and college community
• Support the Deignan Institute for Earth and Spirit
• Sustain a trajectory of scholarship in the interdisciplinary field of religion and ecology

Required Skills Required Experience

• 1-2 years of Teaching Experience

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Iona College, a highly accredited liberal arts institution of academic excellence, seeks to grow our diverse community of learners, scholars and staff located at our scenic 45-acre campus in New Rochelle, just 20 minutes north of midtown Manhattan, and at our satellite program at Rockefeller Center. At Iona we are committed to educating lifelong learners in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and American Catholic higher education. We prepare our 3,300 undergraduates and 600 graduate students with career-ready skills and success in all facets of their lives by nurturing the values of justice, peace and service. Our continued success depends on attracting and retaining a highly motivated, results-oriented and talented team. Learn more about what makes us unique: review our Mission, Vision & Values, our stories in the media and our compelling benefits. Join the Iona College team and partner with us as we Move the World!

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