Category: Announcements

The Department of Religious Studies at St. Francis Xavier University invites applications for a 4.5 month Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin on January 4, 2022. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Applicants should have a PhD in Religious Studies or Theology and show evidence of strong teaching ability. The successful candidate will teach nine credits of undergraduate courses: RELS 334/SOCI 337 Black/African Diaspora: Culture, Religion, and Society; RELS 325/WMGS 325 Early Christian Women; and one other course from the department’s offerings. The Department is seeking candidates who are committed to contributing to StFX’s priorities of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Demonstrated ability in fostering a climate of inclusion in the classroom is an asset.

Electronic submission of curriculum vitae, letter of application, teaching and research summaries, and the names, addresses (including email) and telephone numbers of three (3) references should be sent via email to:

Dr. Ken Penner

Chair, Department of Religious Studies

kpenner@stfx.ca

Review of applications will begin October 20, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be virtual; teaching will be in-person.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. StFX respects diversity and welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of sexual minority groups.

Prairie Symposium for the Common Good, 2022: Ecology and the Common Good

March 24-25, 2022. Jesuit Centre for Catholic Studies, St. Paul’s College, University of Manitoba.

The Prairie Symposium for the Common Good is a new initiative of St. Paul’s College, University of Manitoba; Campion College, University of Regina; and St. Thomas More College, University of Saskatchewan. The symposium will take place at the three colleges on an annual, rotating basis, attracting scholars and practitioners devoted to examining the Common Good through the prism of an annual theme. The symposia will be interdisciplinary, interfaith, and look forward to forging connections among scholars, institutions, and communities and faith. The planned themes are “Ecology” (St. Paul’s College, 2022), “Reconciliation” (Campion College, 2023), and “Health” (St. Thomas More College, 2024).

As the first host of the symposium, the Jesuit Centre for Catholic Studies at St. Paul’s College, invites proposals for papers to be delivered at a symposium held in Winnipeg on March 24-25, 2022. The symposium’s theme “Ecology and the Common Good” should be considered broadly. The committee welcomes papers from any field of study adjacent to the theme. The committee takes Pope Francis’ notion of integral ecology in Laudato Si (2015), which insists “everything is connected”, as a guide. Proposals can examine natural sciences, theology, Indigenous-settler solidarities, politics, Catholic studies, education, art, history, sociology, law, or any related field. We welcome proposals that discuss the intersection of ecology and faith, especially themes related to ecumenism, inter-faith dialogue, and Indigenous spiritualties. All papers will be limited to 20 minutes in length.

Current plans are for the symposium to take place in person in Winnipeg with all pandemic protocols in place. Proposals of no more than 250 words can be sent by October 29, 2021 to Daniel MacLeod, Director of the Jesuit Centre, at daniel.macleod@umanitoba.ca.

The Canadian Society for the Study of Religion (CSSR) is hosting its first Fall 2021 Zoom webinar Thursday the 30^th of September 2021 at 3pm EDT. Sailaja Krishnamurti from Saint Mary’s University and Becky R. Lee from York University will be presenting their new edited volume Relation and Resistance: Racialized Women, Religion, and Diaspora. The webinar is open and free of charge to all 2021 paid members of at least one of the Canadian Corporation for Studies in Religion’s scholarly societies:

 

Canadian Society for the Study of Religion

Canadian Society of Biblical Studies

Canadian Society of Patristic Studies

Canadian Theological Society

Catholic Association of Biblical Studies in Canada

Société québécoise pour l’étude de la religion

 

 

If you wish to attend, please register at: https://forms.gle/d2Y7Ukzi8YjE1PJ26

Summary

The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Director is jointly appointed by St Andrew’s College (SAC) and Lutheran Theological Seminary, Saskatoon (LTS) . The colleges are open to applicants who will work either on-site or remotely. The Director leads the implementation of their cooperative Doctor of Ministry program in collaboration with the DMin Committee of the Graduate Studies Council (GSC) of the Saskatoon Theological Union (STU).

Specific Responsibilities

The DMin Director

1)      Maintains, with the LTS and SAC registrars, an accurate database tracking potential DMin students (inquiries and applications) and important data related to active DMin students.

2)      Chairs and convenes the DMin committee of the GSC.

3)      Ensures that faculty are oriented to their responsibilities as program and project advisors.

4)      Coordinates the recruitment of students to the DMin program from a variety of faith communities (without directing students in regard to which school they might register in).

5)      Gathers information regarding potential DMin courses, course instructors, and project advisors for consideration by the DMin Committee.

6)      Helps to troubleshoot student issues which are not resolvable by students’ program and project advisors

7)      Participate in conversations about the future of the DMin program

Responsibilities

The DMin Director is responsible, with the DMin Committee, to the Graduate Studies Council of the STU as regards the DMin program and to the heads of St Andrew’s College and Lutheran Theological Seminary, Saskatoon regarding compensation and time allocation.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Level Qualification.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in educational processes and adult learning.
• An awareness and sensitivity to reconciliation, diversity, and intercultural realities.
• Commitment to working in a collegial and collaborative work environment.

Compensation

The DMin Director will be jointly compensated by St Andrew’s College and Lutheran Theological Seminary, Saskatoon according to a formula determined annually by the heads of the seminaries. The DMin Director will receive a stipend of six thousand, three hundred and fifty eight dollars ($6,358), payable in a lump sum of $3,179 in the fall semester, and $3,179 in the winter/spring semester for the length of the agreement. The stipend is indexed to cost of living.

Term of Appointment

The DMin Director is appointed for a two-year term.

St. Mark’s College, an affiliated college of the University of British Columbia (UBC), and Corpus Christi College are conducting an extensive international search for a Principal and President, to take office July 2022, and invite expressions of interest, applications and nominations. Located on the Vancouver campus of UBC, St. Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College form a vibrant centre for undergraduate and graduate Catholic higher education at UBC and in British Columbia, committed to preparing students to integrate and synthesize faith and reason to serve humanity better. The two Colleges are set to formally combine by 2023, subject to an amendment in the College charter that is granted by the legislature of the Province of British Columbia. Thereafter, the roles of Principal and President are to be formally merged.

St. Mark’s College, the Catholic theological college at UBC, offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology and Culture and a range of graduate and continuing education experiential programs to teachers, administrators, health workers and other professionals, including master’s degrees, certificates and diplomas in Catholic Educational Leadership, Pastoral Studies, Religious Education and Theological Studies. In addition to its academic programs, the institution provides the theological formation for those studying for the permanent diaconate in the Archdiocese of Vancouver; and its Centre for Christian Engagement creates a culture of encounter and dialogue to address challenges in the life of faith. The College affords a dynamic pastoral presence and faith development opportunities for students, faculty and staff who work and study on the university campus. For further information, please visit stmarkscollege.ca.

As a private, not-for-profit Catholic liberal arts college, Corpus Christi College pursues its mission through its two-year university transfer programs in arts, business, and science, which provide an Associate of Arts degree and allow students to transfer into university degree studies at St. Mark’s College, at UBC and across North America. The College strives to provide for curricular and pedagogical excellence so that graduates will be prepared to take on the intellectual, professional and social challenges of our times. For further information, please visit corpuschristi.ca.

The Principal and President is the chief executive officer of both St. Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College, and is responsible to the Executive Boards for strategic direction and the entire academic and administrative operation of St. Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College. The Principal and President provides leadership and works co-operatively with the Executive Boards, UBC’s Senate, the Archdiocese of Vancouver, Deans, faculty, staff, students and all members of the community located on the university campus to advance the mission and spirit of the Colleges and to raise their profiles locally, provincially, nationally and internationally. Candidates must have a thorough grasp of contemporary issues in post-secondary and Catholic higher education, including familiarity with the Catholic liberal arts tradition. S/he should possess a collegial working style, experience or interest in advancement, and the ability to represent and promote the interests of St. Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College effectively with both internal and external constituencies. The successful candidate will be a visionary and strategic academic with demonstrated administrative experience in higher education, outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, a commitment to teaching, the leadership ability to guide the affairs of both institutions, and a commitment to enhancing their respective missions.

Given that St. Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College are Catholic institutions of higher education, the Principal and President is entrusted to ensure that the missions of both institutions are in harmony with the Ordinances issued by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to implement Ex Corde Ecclesiae with respect to Catholic universities and colleges in Canada. St. Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College hire on the basis of merit, are committed to employment equity, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. The search committee will begin considering potential candidates immediately.

Applications should include a letter of introduction, curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees (who will not be contacted without the consent of the candidate) and be forwarded on or before September 15, 2021 electronically in confidence to: searchcommittee@stmarkscollege.ca Bruno De Vita, QC Chair of the Boards St. Mark’s College 5935 Iona Drive Vancouver, BC V6T 1J

Dear Student Members of the Canadian Theological Society,

This summer, the student representatives of the Canadian Corporation for Studies in Religion and its member societies will host social writing sessions for graduate students over Zoom.

Join us to connect with other graduate students and make some writing progress!

These sessions will take place on June 17th, July 15th and August 19th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET. There is no need to register. The Zoom link can be found below and on the attached poster.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the Canadian Theological Society or the writing sessions.

I hope to see you there!

Sincerely,

Chanelle

Student representative of The Canadian Theological Society

Click to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86530142254

The final program for the virtual conference is now posted. See Canadian Theological Society: Final Program for Virutal Conference 2021 (cts-stc.ca)

Job title: Limited Term Appointments in Systematics/Contextual Theology and Spirituality

Date posted: April 7, 2021
Application deadline: May 5, 2021
Advertised until: until position is filled

Position description:

The Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University in Montréal, Quebec, invites applications for a limited-term appointment in Systematics/Contextual Theology and Spirituality. The candidate will be expected to teach 5 undergraduate courses, one graduate seminar and 20% of the task will consist of administrative duties.  This position is subject to budgetary approval and need, and is full-time, normally at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2021 and ending May 14, 2022.  Individuals holding limited-term appointments may be granted a subsequent appointment, given continued funding and need, as well as satisfactory job performance. Together, initial appointments and subsequent appointments may not exceed 36 months or a span of three consecutive years.

Qualification and assets:

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Theology or in a related area (religious studies). They should have a strong competency in Systematic Theology as well as in Contextual Theology and Spirituality. Applicants should make clear where their primary and secondary expertise lies.  Strong candidates will have demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching, and have familiarity with equity, anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom.

How to apply:

Applications should be addressed to Dr. Marie-France Dion and must include a cover letter clearly identifying the title, a detailed curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and applicants should arrange for three letters of reference which address their qualifications for the announced position to be sent directly by email to Dr. Marie-France Dion, Chair Department of Theological Studies Concordia University m-f.dion@concordia.ca. Electronic applications should be submitted by May 5, 2021 but will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Concordia University is strongly committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community, and recognizes the importance of inclusion in achieving excellence in teaching and research. As part of this commitment to providing our students with the dynamic, innovative, and inclusive educational environment of a Next?Generation University, we require all applicants to articulate in their cover letter how their background, as well as lived and professional experiences and expertise have prepared them to teach in ways that are relevant for a diverse, multicultural contemporary Canadian society.

Examples can include but are not limited to:

• teaching about underrepresented populations

• mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds

• committee work

• offering or organizing educational programming

• participation in training and workshops

Concordia University recognizes the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research and will take them into careful consideration in assessing applications and throughout the selection process.

All applicants will receive an email invitation to complete a short equity survey. Participation in the survey is voluntary and no identifying information about candidates will be shared with hiring committees. Candidates who wish to self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group to the hiring committee may do so in their cover letter or by writing directly to the contact person indicated in this posting.

Adaptive Measures

Applicants who anticipate requiring adaptive measures throughout any stage of the recruitment process may contact, in confidence, Nadia Hardy, Interim Deputy Provost and Vice-Provost, Faculty Development and Inclusion at vpfdi@concordia.ca or by phone at 514.848.2424 extension 4323.

Information about the Department:

The Department of Theological Studies seeks to make accessible to all its students an immense tradition of theological knowledge, especially by interpretative methods, historical analysis, psychological insight, and theoretical elaboration.

The Department of Theological Studies welcomes students from all faiths and none. Our students are from diverse cultural and/or religious backgrounds and of varying ages. For more about the department please visit: https://www.concordia.ca/artsci/theology.html

Information about the Faculty:

The Faculty of Arts and Science was created in July 1977 through the merger of the former Loyola Faculty of Arts and Science, the former Sir George Williams Faculty of Arts, and the former Sir George Williams Faculty of Science.

The Faculty consists of 27 academic departments, colleges, institutes, and schools as well as more than 20 research centres. The Faculty is committed to responsible and innovative leadership in developing and disseminating knowledge and values and encouraging constructive social criticism. We achieve these objectives through inclusive and accessible academic programs which stress a broad-based, interdisciplinary approach to learning. We are dedicated to superior teaching and research supported by excellence in scholarship and creative activity, and a tradition of service to the community. The Faculty serves many interdependent academic communities in an urban environment where students and faculty can pursue their shared commitment to lifelong learning. For more about the Faculty of Arts and Science, please visit: www.concordia.ca/artsci

Information about Concordia:

Profoundly global, Concordia is North America’s top university under the age of 50 and is recognized for attracting some of the most talented faculty and students from around the world. Driven by ambition, innovation and a commitment to research and community engagement, Concordia is celebrated for advancing transformative learning, convergent thinking and public impact.

Concordia’s two campuses are located in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal, on the traditional lands and waters of the Kanien’kehá:ka Nation. Building on the skills of our faculty and the strengths of local and global partnerships, we set our sights further and more broadly than others and align the quality of learning opportunities to larger trends and substantial challenges facing society.

“Concordia is a young, forward-looking university. It’s a unique place where experimentation, innovation and creativity are truly valued. Our community of students, faculty, staff and alumni all contribute to our momentum as Canada’s next-gen university.” — Concordia President Graham Carr.

Information about Montreal:

Montreal, our home, is exceptional. It is a truly unique city — safe, clean, vibrant and diverse, with new things to discover around every corner. With a population of 1.7 million, it is home to four major universities and several clinical research centres and has been named the best student city in the world. It offers the most affordable tuition in Canada.

The city enjoys a thriving multicultural scene. Bilingualism is a part of Montreal’s tradition and adds to its inspiring atmosphere. While supporting a significant anglophone population, it is the one of the largest French-speaking cities in the world.

Montreal is famed for its innovative culinary scene and festivals. It was also the first metropolis to be designated a UNESCO City of Design by the Global Alliance for Cultural Diversity.

The city is recognized globally as an important centre for commerce, aerospace, transport, finance, pharmaceuticals, technology, design, gaming and film.

Employment Equity

Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their application.

Immigration Status

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applicants must include one of the following statements:

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

or

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada]

Territorial acknowledgement

Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

To apply, please send as email attachments a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching experience, a sample publication (or a piece submitted for publication or in press) that does not exceed 5,000 words and three names (with contact details) of referees, to usmc.deanoftheology@utoronto.ca. Please address the correspondence to: John L. McLaughlin, Interim Dean, Faculty of Theology, University of St. Michael’s College 81 St Mary Street, Toronto, ON M5S 1J4 Canada.

The application deadline is May 10, 2021. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive.

The University of St. Michael’s College offers competitive salaries, generous benefits (health care, vision and dental) and a defined benefits pension plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Citizens of the USA, Mexico, and Chile may be appointed to this position under their country’s relevant trade agreement with Canada.

The University of St. Michael’s College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, LBGTQ persons, people who take a religiously informed view of human experience, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Officer at hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca

Here is our first CTS Graduate Funding Guide:

CTS Graduate Funding Guide