Religious Education Association

Boston University School of Theology seeks a post-doctoral Research Fellow for a period of three years, beginning June 1, 2012.  The Fellow will work under the auspices of BU’s Center for Practical Theology and in collaboration with the Congregational Studies Team, an independent scholarly network, to direct the creation of a web-based pedagogical resource to enhance research and teaching on congregations and other communities of faith.  The Fellow will oversee design, solicit content from a wide range of scholars and practitioners, and develop innovative web-based learning tools.  A full description of this Lilly-funded project is available here.  The successful candidate will hold a PhD or ThD in a relevant field, have familiarity with congregational studies research, and be able to demonstrate facility in web-based technologies.  It is anticipated that appointment will be made at the rank of Research Assistant Professor.

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of application detailing the specific experience and vision s/he would bring to the project.  Two letters of reference should be sent directly by referees.  All application materials should be sent to Ms. Xochitl Alvizo, Center for Practical Theology, 745 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215 (cpt@bu.edu). Review of applications will begin March 19 and continue until the position is filled.

Yale University seeks a creative religious leader to serve as its Associate University Chaplain. Yale’s Chaplain’s Office provides a spiritual center for university life, offering hospitality to all, building a foundation for flourishing religious communities, educating the university about religious diversity and providing co-curricular experiences that complement and contextualize a Yale education. Yale University comprises Yale College (the undergraduate program), the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and thirteen Professional Schools.  This position reports to the University Chaplain.  Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2012.  Position begins on June 15, 2012 (preferred).  More information  at Human Resources, STARS requisition number 15633BR.

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students, the Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life oversees religious and spiritual life on campus including interfaith understanding, dialogue and pastoral care. The Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life is responsible for the leadership, development and oversight of the College’s religious and spiritual life program, provides clerical leadership to one of the faith traditions and supervises two part-time chaplains. The Dean will work collaboratively with all campus constituencies to extend the academic mission of the college outside the classroom to promote student inquiry, religious learning and interfaith literacy, spiritual growth, ethical leadership, and interfaith cooperation. The Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life coordinates educational programs on moral, ethical, religious and spiritual issues and leads multi-faith community worship opportunities throughout the academic year. S/he also serves on the student affairs management team, playing a central role in the ongoing development and implementation of the College’s newly adopted strategic plan for student life, Colby 360.

More information, including requirements, is available here. To apply electronically send to hr@colby.edu. A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For more information about the College, please visit the Colby website: www.colby.edu.

St. Mark’s School seeks an experienced Associate Chaplain and religion teacher for the 2012–2013 school year. Teaching responsibilities include to teaching core courses in Judaism, Christianity and Islam and in Ethics and Moral Philosophy, as well as elective courses of his or her choosing. At St. Mark’s, Religion courses are taught as they would be at a secular college or university: in a critical, analytical, and non-sectarian manner. This person would also serve as Associate Chaplain, assisting with and leading Morning Chapel and voluntary Sunday worship services, advising and supporting student religious groups of various denominations and faiths, and generally supporting all members of the St. Mark’s community in their spiritual journeys and lives. Along with teaching and chaplaincy duties, this person would take on other duties typical to boarding school work, such as student advising, residential duty, coaching, and committee work.

More information, including requirements, is available here. Interested candidates should direct a letter of introduction and resume to Michael Wirtz, Assistant Head of School/Dean of Faculty, St. Mark’s School, 25 Marlboro Road, Southborough, MA, 01772, or via email to deanoffaculty@stmarksschool.org.

The Faith Action Network (FAN) of Washington State is seeking a Director of Administration and Mission Advancement to be responsible for finances and fund development; to coordinate office operations; and to share leadership with the Director of Advocacy to help FAN achieve its mission to build a just, compassionate, and sustainable world. The Faith Action Network is an interfaith partnership of faith-based communities and individuals launched in September 2011 with the merger of the former Washington Association of Churches and the Lutheran Public Policy of Washington State. This is a full-time position with health benefits and salary DOE. Position is located in Seattle. For more information, including qualifications and duties, visit www.fanwa.org or contact Rev. Rich Gamble at richg@ccsww.org or 206 632‑6021.

Engaged Scholars Studying Congregations is a program of mentoring, networking, and study support funded by Lilly Endowment Inc. The Congregational Studies Team is pleased to announce the availability of Fellowships* to support scholars who are interested in disciplined inquiry into the life of local communities of faith. These 18-month fellowships include $18,000 in research support, plus $2000 for related travel. In addition, Fellowships include a program of mentoring by a senior-scholar coach and participation in two summer consultations that bring together the Fellows and coaches with the Team.

Applications are encouraged from scholars in a variety of disciplines — from practical theology to the social sciences, from history to biblical studies and contextual education — for projects that involve learning from and about living communities of faith. Fellows will explore avenues for making that knowledge available for the sake of those communities’ wellbeing, as well as developing strong academic contributions appropriate to their disciplines. Applicants should have completed their graduate work and be placed in a professional position at the time of application. We especially encourage early-career scholars to apply, but will consider applications from persons who have recently been tenured.

Engaged Scholar 2011 Fellowship Instructions

Note that the application deadline has been extended to 1 February 2012. For application information and instructions, visit www.hirr.hartsem.edu or contact the Engaged Scholars project office at Hartford Seminary (engagedscholars@hartsem.edu).

*This program is supported by a major grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc. and is administered by the Congregational Studies Team: Nancy Ammerman, Anthea Butler, Bill McKinney, Omar McRoberts, Larry Mamiya, Gerardo Marti, Joyce Mercer, James Nieman (project director), Bob Schreiter, Steve Warner, and Jack Wertheimer.