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[Posted 04/10/07]
Director, Institute for Ministry, Loyola
University New Orleans Loyola University New Orleans, Institute for
Ministry, invites applications for the position of Director.
Qualifications include a terminal degree in theology, religious
education or field appropriate for practical theology; a record of
successful administrative experience and collaborative leadership;
teaching experience and scholarship, preferably in ministry; a Roman
Catholic with strong background in contemporary Catholic theology.
The Director?s primary responsibilities are the administrative and
financial management of the Institute for Ministry and the academic
leadership of all programs. The Institute offers Masters degrees in
Pastoral Studies and Religious Education, both on-campus and in a
distance learning format, with commitments to practical theology,
adult education, and program enhancement through the use of
educational technology. Position requires some travel. Application
letter, resume, three reference letters, and an official transcript
of highest degr ee should be addressed to: Dr. Catherine P. Zeph,
Chair, LIM Director Search Committee, Loyola University New Orleans,
Campus Box 67, 6363 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana
70118. Applications will be accepted until May 18, 2007 or until
position is filled. Position available Fall semester 2007. Loyola
University is an AA/EO employer. Women and minorities are encouraged
to apply. Please visit our Web site at
www.lim.loyno.edu .
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[Posted 04/11/07]
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY seeks an accomplished, innovative
scholar to
lead and direct the Jewish Studies Program on the Tempe
campus. The successful applicant will be designated the Irving and
Miriam Lowe Professor. The Jewish Studies program offers a vibrant
interdisciplinary curriculum, supports excellent scholarship and had
developed extensive community oriented programming. Arizona State
University is committed to program and research growth in Jewish
studies, a program enhanced by solid collections located in the
University Libraries. The successful candidate would have an earned
doctorate, and achieved national and international recognition in
his/her area of specialization. As a professor his/her research and
teaching would be in any aspect of modern Jewish studies. The
university seeks an intellectual leader who can engage with
established academic units as well as a variety of exciting
initiatives relevant to an active and growing Jewish community.
Application: The position is available beginning July 1, 2008.
Salary and start-up will be competitive and commensurate with
qualifications. Nominations for this position are being sought.
Review of completed applications will begin on September 1, 2007;
applications will be evaluated every two weeks thereafter until the
search is closed. Applicants must submit electronically (in MS Word
or PDF format) an cover letter stating qualifications for the
position, a current curriculum vitae, and names and contact
information of three professional references to: Ms. Roxana Martin (Roxana.Martin@asu.edu).
Inquiries and nominations should be directed to: Deborah Losse
(Deborah. Losse@asu.edu or 480-965-8065) or Joel Gereboff (Joel.Gereboff@asu.edu
or 480-965-7738). A background check is required for employment. ASU
is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. (from
Openings, American Academy of Religion)
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[Posted 04/11/07]
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY, School of Social Sciences and Humanities/
Uniting Church in Australia. Lecturer in Practical Theology:
Religious Education and Ethics— Ref:1176E02. Full-time
continuous joint appointment: (a) 40% Murdoch University— Salary
Range: $64, 149-$77,500 plus 17% employer superannuation
contribution (full-time equivalent salary Murdoch University); (b)
60% Uniting Church in Australia, through Perth College of Divinity—
Perth Theological Hall Lecturer Salary: $45,000 plus car and housing
allowance (full-time equivalent salary Perth Theological Hall).
Theology is taught at Murdoch University via a partnership between
the University and Perth College of Divinity, consisting of members
from the tertiary faculties of the Anglican, Catholic, and Uniting
Churches in Western Australia. The Program offers a Bachelor of Arts
(Theology), four-year Bachelor of Theology, Master of Divinity and
research degrees. You will teach, undertake and supervise research
in religious education, ethics and/or other fields as required.
Responsibilities also include lay education and ministerial
formation in the Uniting Church. You will hold a postgraduate
qualification in religious education and/or ethics and have strong
teaching, research and leadership skills. Practical experience in
professional ministry is highly desirable. For further information,
please phone Dr Rowan Strong, Theology Program Chair on +618
93606470 or email R. Strong@murdoch.edu.au. Application information
and selection criteria are available from hht://jobs.murdoch.edu.au/.
Applications close Friday, 4 May 2007. (from Openings, American
Academy of Religion)
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[Posted 04/11/07]
Azusa Pacific University announces a full-time position in
the Department of Ministry in the Haggard Graduate Scholl of
Theology, beginning September 2007. Ph.D., D. Min., or other
terminal degree required; rank open. Candidate must have
demonstrated abilities in effective classroom teaching and scholarly
research; proven track record of practical ministry experience;
commitment to the Wesleyan theological tradition; and the education
of ministers of the Christian church. Further details available on
the university Web site (http://www.apu.edu). Women and individuals
of ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply. Send letter of intent,
and a curriculum vitae with names and contact information for three
references , to Keith J. Matthews, Haggard Graduate School of
Theology, Azusa Pacific University, P.O. Box 7000, Azusa, California
91702-7000, USA. Applications accepted until April 30, 2007. (from
Openings, American Academy of Religion)
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[Posted 04/11/07]
Associate Dean, Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education,
Fordham University. The Graduate School of Religion and
Religious Education at Fordham University’s Rose Hill Campus in the
Bronx, New York, is seeking applications for the position of
Associate Dean. The role of the Associate Dean will be to oversee
and assist the Dean with the many administrative tasks needed for
the orderly maintenance of the school and at the same time to assist
with the growth and development of the school. Applicants should
submit a letter of application reflecting qualifications and
interests and a current resume by May 15, 2007 to Fr. Anthony Ciora,
Dean, Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education, Keating
Hall Room 303, 441 E. Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458. Fordham is an
independent Catholic University in the Jesuit tradition that
welcomes applications from men and women of all backgrounds. Fordham
is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Institution. Starting
date: July 1 2—7. Salary commensurate with experience. (from the
Chronicle of Higher Education)
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