Part Time Faculty - Theological Studies

Loyola Marymount University

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Westchester Campus Until 8/23/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 23, 2025 Last posted May 23, 2025
Job description

The Department of Theological Studies, Loyola Marymount University, is seeking part-time faculty (up to 8 units) who can demonstrate excellence in teaching with a focused commitment to building student reading and writing capacities.

The Position

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends in mid-May.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned lower and upper division courses in the Department’s core curriculum and offer weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load. Subjects for courses might include: comparative religion; methods in the study of religion; monasticism; asceticism; death and dying; love and desire; history of spirituality; Augustine's Confessions; Eastern Christianity; ancient/late antique Christianity; medieval western Christianity; Hinduism; Buddhism; Judaism; Islam; Indigenous Traditions; Greek religion; Roman religion; Near Eastern religion; and Egyptian religion.

Qualifications

A PhD degree (ABDs will also be considered) in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline with demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.

How to Apply

A completed on-line application must be received to be considered. To apply, please visit: https://jobs.lmu.edu

For questions, email the Department Chair, Anna Harrison at annaharrison@lmu.edu

A complete application must include:

· Curriculum Vitae with contact information

· Cover Letter (max one page) describing candidate fit and course availability

· Teaching Statement (maximum two pages) including evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching in a Liberal Arts context

· List of 3 references with contact information included in application

· Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required for personnel file)

Minimum salary is $2,517 per unit taught

Faculty Regular

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)
About this role

Summary

Teach theology courses, develop student reading and writing skills, and contribute to curriculum delivery.

Job title

Part Time Faculty - Theological Studies

Experience level

PhD or ABD

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site at Westchester Campus, no remote work allowed

Salary

$2,517 per unit taught

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PhD or ABD in relevant fieldteaching potentialcurriculum development

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

theologyreligionspiritualityhistory of religion
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site