Part-Time Lecturer in Religious Leadership and Chaplaincy

The Divinity School at the University of Chicago invites applications for part-time positions(s) as Lecturer for Spring Quarter 2024.  The successful candidate will teach one course on Chaplaincy to graduate students.

The Lecturer will be responsible for syllabus and lesson-plan design, classroom instruction, holding weekly office hours, and the preparing and grading of assignments and testing materials. This position will be part of the Service Employees International Union.  This position is not benefits-eligible.

Candidates must hold the MDiv or equivalent degree.  Candidates must have relevant work experience in the field of chaplaincy; prior experience teaching graduate students is strongly preferred.

Review of applications will begin August 21, 2023, and will continue until the position(s) is/are filled or the search is closed.  Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter that addresses professional and teaching experience, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching statement, 4) the names and contact information of three references whose recommendation letters may be solicited, and 5) a sample course syllabus.  Optional materials: teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching effectiveness.  Applications should be made online at http://apply.interfolio.com/129023. If you have any questions, contact Sara Bigger at sfbigger@uchicago.edu.

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