TRINITY UNIVERSITY
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

The Department of Religion at Trinity University invites applications for a full-time, two-year ASIANetwork-Luce Foundation Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow in East Asian Religions, to begin in August 2023. Time period of study and methodological approach are open, and we are particularly interested in candidates who can complement and expand Trinity’s strengths in Chinese and Japanese language and culture.

The Fellow will be expected to teach three courses per year, including the lower division course “Asian Religions” and upper division courses in her or his area of specialization. The ideal candidate will continue the Department of Religion’s history of contributing to Trinity’s Pathways curriculum, as well as participate in Trinity’s interdisciplinary East Asian Studies and International Studies programs.

Trinity University is one of the nation’s top liberal arts universities. We are located in the heart of San Antonio, a large, vibrant and diverse city where our students learn from and participate in a multicultural urban environment. Trinity University is a prestigious, selective liberal arts college, with over 11,000 applications, and approximately 650 first-year students in the Class of 2026.

A PhD in Religious Studies or a related discipline must be completed by the time of appointment. Salary is set at $52,500.00 per annum and benefits are competitive. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application; CV; a brief statement (250-500 words) describing your past efforts as well as your future plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in your teaching, research, or other professional activities; and the names and contact information of three professional references through the position-specific portal available at https://trinity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Trinity_University. Questions about the position can be sent to Dr. Rubén Dupertuis, Chair, Department of Religion at rdupertu@trinity.edu. Additional materials may be requested of select candidates. Review of applications will begin February 17, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any status protected by Federal, State or Local Laws.

SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

GEORGETOWN, TEXAS

The Department of Economics and Business at Southwestern University invites applications for a two-year ASIANetwork/Luce postdoctoral fellow in Economics beginning beginning August 2023. Our highest priority is for candidates to have a regional focus on Asian economies; the field of study is open. We will consider applicants with a research focus on Asian issues including but not limited to innovation, trade, labor, growth, environment, education, finance, health, or development.

The ASIANetwork/Luce postdoctoral fellowship is a full-time position: half-time teaching and half-time research. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses over two years (2-3 courses per year) including a regional course related to the candidate’s field of expertise and a global introductory course. The courses offered by the candidate will also contribute to the University’s International Studies Program. The candidate should be prepared to teach first-year students and/or a course without prerequisites. In addition to teaching, the fellow will attend departmental and University faculty meetings, keep regular on-campus office hours, mentor students, and continue to pursue research and/or other scholarly projects.  All interested applicants should also exhibit a dedication to equity and inclusiveness.   

Southwestern University (Georgetown, Texas) is a selective undergraduate residential liberal arts institution located in the greater Austin area.  Established in 1840, Southwestern enrolls approximately 1,500 students and maintains a student–faculty ratio of 12 to 1. The university provides a highly interdisciplinary and holistic education that values high-impact learning experiences, such as study abroad, internships, and faculty-student research. A member of the recently formed Liberal Arts Colleges Racial Equity Leadership Alliance, Southwestern is committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in academia. Additional information about the university can be found at our website: www.southwestern.edu.