University
of Georgia Dept. of Religion & Institute of African Studies seek
tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach and publish in AFRICAN TRADITIONAL
RELIGIONS beginning Fall 2008. A
Ph.D. in Religion, or African Studies, or related field is expected. The
successful candidate must have demonstrated ability to teach and develop
courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Dept. of Religion and
in the Institute of African Studies, specifically courses in African
Traditional Religions and introductory courses in African Religions and/or
related courses in African Studies. Teaching competency in one or more of the
following areas is also welcomed: African Religions in the Diaspora, Religions
in Africa, African history, geography, and anthropology. The Franklin College of Arts and
Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to
increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and
learning environment that is inclusive. The University of Georgia is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Letter of application, vita, and
the names and complete contact information for three references should be
submitted preferably by e-mail to religion@uga.edu by March 1, 2008.
Paper applications may be mailed to: Akinyole Ojo and Carolyn M. Medine,
Co-Chairs, African Traditional Religions Search Committee, University of
Georgia, Department of Religion, 206 Peabody Hall,Athens, GA 30602-1625.
Address inquiries to the co-chairs by e-mail:akinloye@uga.edu
and medine@uga.edu.