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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor - Asian Religions and Philosophy

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM HSS - School of Philosophy and Religious Studies (Jon Cogburn (00010862))

   

Work Location:

0102 Charles E. Coates Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies invites applications for a tenure-track position in Asian Religion and Philosophy, to begin in Fall 2026. We are open to candidates whose work focuses on any East Asian, South Asian, and/or Southeast Asian tradition(s) in any historical era.

The successful candidate will have an active record of research and publication, a dedication to undergraduate teaching and mentorship, a commitment to service for the department, college, and university, and a willingness to contribute to a vibrant and collaborative culture. Moreover, the successful candidate will teach two courses per semester (four courses per year)—one general education course (either “Asian Religions” or “Religions of the World”) and one upper- level course in Asian Religions and Philosophy.

A Ph.D. or equivalent degree with a relevant specialization is required for appointment to assistant professor. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. The deadline for submission is November 15, 2025 but review of applications may continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will take place over Zoom.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Applications must be submitted online and should include:
- a cover letter,
- list of 3-5 references (we will solicit letters from candidates after initial review of applications),
- a curriculum vitae,
- a copy of a publication to serve as a writing sample,
- evidence of teaching effectiveness (compiled as a single document).

Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Attachments are limited to five.

Further information about the department can be found at https://www.lsu.edu/hss/prs/. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Mari Rethelyi at mrethelyi@lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

September 22, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

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