Assistant Professor, Asian Studies and Religious Studies, College of Arts and Sciences

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About The Asian Studies Program

The Asian Studies program in the College of Arts &
Sciences (A&S) offers a B.A. degree, minor, and related
certificate programs; its classes cover languages, humanities, and
social sciences (see the
program website). The Religious Studies program offers an
undergraduate certificate that provides a multidisciplinary
approach to the study of religion (see the curriculum on the

website).

Job Overview

The College of Arts & Sciences at UC invites
applications for the position of Assistant Professor in the area of
Asian Religions. The candidate will have a joint appointment in the
programs of Asian Studies and Religious Studies. Salary will be
competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s
qualifications.

Essential Functions

• Teach four undergraduate courses each year in Asian

Studies and Religious Studies, including but not limited to
Religions of Asia; Introduction to the Study of Religion; and
classes on Asian culture, society, and contemporary issues in the
candidate’s area of specialization (for example, Chinese Culture,
Korean Culture, Cultures of South Asia, Asian Film,
etc.)

• Teach electives related to the candidate’s area of

expertise

• Conduct and publish research in the candidate’s area of

expertise

• Oversee undergraduate research and capstone

projects

• Participate in departmental, College, and University

service including (but not limited to) attending department
meetings, serving on committees, and participating in shared
governance

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of appointment, all of the
following are required:

• PhD in Religious Studies with a focus on Asian Religions,

Asian Studies with a focus on Religion, or a related
field

• One academic year of experience teaching in a relevant field at

the collegiate level as instructor of record

Application Process

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Interested applicants should create an Applicant Profile
and upload the following here:

• A CV
• A cover letter outlining the candidate’s qualifications

for the position and ability to teach the required
classes

• Teaching philosophy
• Contact information and email for three professional

references, who may be contacted during the review
process.

Please use the Additional Documents option as needed for
these documents.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026.
Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled.

This position is H-1B eligible.

For more information or with question please contact Jenny
Caplan (caplanjr@ucmail.uc.edu), search committee chair.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to
support your well-being, financial security, and work-life
balance. (UC
Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE
status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition
Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible
dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and
graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security
(except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension
plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with
UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off
policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off
(Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision,

prescription)

• Flexible spending accounts & wellness

programs

• Professional development & mentorship

opportunities

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please visit our Careers
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UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position,
you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment
eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of
identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9
employment verification process. Click here
for a list of acceptable documents.

Important: To apply you must
create a profile and submit a complete job application through the
UC applicant portal. We
are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via
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request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR
at jobs@uc.edu.

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