ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES

The Department of Religious Studies at Westmont College invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in Old Testament, effective fall 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Hebrew language and Introduction to the Old Testament. Teaching interest in the Writings and experience in field archaeology and/or historical geography are valued. A commitment to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and supporting student learning are required for this position. Applicants with a completed (or very soon to be completed) Ph.D. in Old Testament will be considered.Westmont is a Christian liberal arts college. We seek faculty from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds who are committed to undergraduate teaching, scholarly activity, and the integration of faith. The college seeks to enrich its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, staff, and students. Diverse candidates from historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.Questions may be addressed to Holly Beers, department chair, at

hbeers@westmont.edu . Review of applications will begin on November 15, and selected applicants will be interviewed digitally in December.Pay Range:

$70,540 to $78,847The pay range posted for this job opening reflects what Westmont College reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, education, training, skill level, rank, and market conditions.

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