Apply for Job Job ID370025 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9403 Employee ClassInstr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job About the Job The College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and the Religious Studies Program invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level for the Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Professorship in Buddhist Studies. The appointment will begin on August 31, 2026. The appointment will be 100% time over the 9-month academic year with a 2/2 course load at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor. Salary is competitive. This professorship was established with the support of The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Global. We seek a scholar of Buddhism with demonstrated competence in the field of Religious Studies. We are open to candidates whose work focuses on any era (premodern or modern) and on any geographical region (including transnational and diasporic studies of Buddhism). Possible methodological approaches and areas of specialization include, but are not limited to: Critical historical, comparative, literary, art-historical, or anthropological approaches, including media studies Interreligious encounters, negotiations, and/or dialogue Immigration and the role of Buddhism in diasporic groups The effects of nationalism, "modernization," and global communication networks on Buddhist faith communities This will be a joint appointment between the interdepartmental Religious Studies Program and the tenure-granting department within the College of Liberal Arts that best fits the candidate's scholarship and research field. As a tenure-track faculty member, responsibilities will include executing an innovative and consistent research and publication agenda; offering courses in the study of Buddhism as well as teaching core courses in Religious Studies (e.g., Contemporary Issues in the Study of Religion; Introduction to Religions of the World; and/or Theory and Methods in the Study of Religion); supervising graduate research (in Religious Studies and the tenure-granting department); creating new avenues for cross-disciplinary research at the university that include the study of Buddhism; and service to the Religious Studies Program, the tenure department, the College, and the University. Qualifications Required Qualifications Ph.D. must be completed by the starting date of the position (August 31, 2026) Demonstrated ability to work outside of and across traditional disciplines Ability to teach Buddhist Studies courses as well as core Religious Studies courses Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated competence in other languages relevant to the study of Buddhism (e.g., Sanskrit, Pali, classical Chinese, and/or vernacular Asian languages) Teaching experience in Religious Studies and Buddhist Studies Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts are expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research or creative activity that includes publication, exhibition, or performance; develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses; advise students; and contribute service appropriate for the rank of appointment to the department, college, University, and profession. Applicants may be interested in the Workload Principles and Guidelines for Regular Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be evaluated according to the following: Quality, depth, and innovation of intellectual work (in progress and published). Relevance of research and teaching to the academic priorities of the Religious Studies program and the tenure-granting department. Evidence of commitment to teaching and mentoring. Demonstrated skill as an undergraduate teacher and advisor. Potential for contributing to the study of Buddhism within and growth of the Religious Studies program on campus and in the broader diverse local communities in the Twin Cities Potential contributions to academic service and administration Evidence of commitment to and experience creating a diverse and inclusive atmosphere within the program, department, and university. Strength of recommendations. About the Department About the Religious Studies Program: The University of Minnesota is a top-ranked research university situated in the heart of the arts- and culture-rich Twin Cities metro. The Religious Studies Program houses a Religious Studies Major and Minor, and an Islamic Studies Minor. As an interdepartmental program, core and affiliate faculty are spread throughout the University. Core and affiliate faculty engage with a wide range of critical, theoretical, historical, geographical, disciplinary, and methodological approaches, making the program interdisciplinarily rich and generative. For additional information, please see our website at https://cla.umn.edu/religious-studies. About the College of Liberal Arts Home to the arts, social sciences, and humanities disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts is the largest college in the University of Minnesota and comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units. CLA has over 1,300 faculty and staff spanning research, teaching, advising, outreach, and administrative functions. CLA units reside in over twenty buildings on the East Bank and West Bank of the Twin Cities campus. CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, over 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campus, 1,400 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of $290 million. CLA is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone. That foundational commitment begins in our CLA Constitution. CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints-so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in CLA Working in CLA Benefits Working at the University Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $75,000 to $150,000depending on education/qualifications/experience Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.) Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. 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