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The Department of Religious Studies at the University of Iowa invites applications for a tenure-track position in Japanese Religions and Society at the assistant professor level, to begin August 2009. Area of specialization is open and may include Buddhism, native religious traditions ("Shinto"), and new religious movements. Essential qualifications include evidence of scholarly promise, proficiency in modern Japanese and the ability to work in pre-modern Japanese sources, as appropriate to the candidate's area of specialization, evidence of teaching excellence, and the ability to teach a survey course in Japanese religions, as well as other courses that serve the needs of the department. The teaching load is two courses per semester. Candidates must have all requirements for the Ph.D. completed by the time of appointment. The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University, College and Department reflect this commitment.
 
Candidates must submit applications online at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/. Paper applications will not be accepted. Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Individual informational sessions will be held at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Religion in Chicago, Nov. 1-3. Applicants who wish to be considered for a session must submit their application by Oct. 17. Applicants should attach to the application a cover letter, which includes a statement of educational philosophy, teaching experience, and research interests; a curriculum vitae; and the names of three persons who will submit recommendations on the applicant’s behalf.  Refer to requisition number 55771.  Samples of scholarship (dissertation if completed), graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation should be mailed directly to the Department of Religious Studies, Attn: Japanese Religions Search Committee, 314 Gilmore Hall, Iowa City, Iowa 52242.

The University of Iowa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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