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Adjunct Faculty - Global Islam
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Position Number: 5791252
Location: Worcester, MA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Religious Studies & Theology

JOB TITLE
Adjunct Faculty - Global Islam

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Humanities & Arts - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach sections of Global Islam. Philosophy and Religion faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars. WPI's PY-RE program has particular strengths in social justice and environmental philosophy; underrepresented philosophical and religious traditions including feminism, critical race theory, and non-Western worldviews; and studies of science, technology, and ethics.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WPI has an immediate need for adjunct faculty who could teach a course on Global Islam in Winter 2025 from January 15 to March 7, 2025. We are especially interested in candidates who consider Islam globally from philosophical, doctrinal and/or interdisciplinary perspectives while attending to the social, cultural and political contexts in which it developed and its myriad manifestations across those contexts. All adjunct applicants should also have the capacity to teach our core introductory course, Introduction to Philosophy and Religion.

We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. Ideally, the successful candidate will hold a PhD in Philosophy or Religion; however, doctoral students who are ABD are also encouraged to apply. WPI is a diverse campus of learners passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Submitting an application through this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Philosophy and Religion adjunct faculty opportunities by the course on an as needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year.

Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.

Applicants should submit the following:

--cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience

--current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references

--evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Adjunct-Faculty---Global-Islam_R0002930

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Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.