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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Department of Religious Studies invites applications for a tenure-line Assistant Professor in Religions of Africa and/or Its Diaspora to begin August 2023. We particularly encourage applications from scholars who specialize in the religions of Africa; religions of the African diaspora in Latin America and/or the Caribbean; or African religions in transnational/global perspective. PhD in a relevant field and teaching experience are preferred, but PhD students in the final stages of completing their dissertations will be considered. This position has a 2-2 teaching load, and we especially welcome applicants who can contribute to our major concentrations in "Religion, Race, and Ethnicity" or "Religion and Nonprofit Leadership." The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the university.  

PhD in a relevant field and teaching experience are preferred, but PhD students in the final stages of completing their dissertations will be considered.

Please submit a cover letter, a writing sample, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to http://apply.interfolio.com/111195. Only electronic applications will be considered and acceptable file formats are .pdf or .docx.  Review of applications begins October 15, 2022 for applicants wanting to be considered for a preliminary virtual interview, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Megan Bryson (mbryson4@utk.edu). 

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