JULIAN EUELL FUTURE FACULTY FELLOW - RELIGIOUS STUDIES

The Provost Office at Ithaca College, in partnership with the
Department of Philosophy and Religion, invites applicants for the
pre-doctoral Julian Euell Future Faculty
Fellow (JEFFF) for academic year 2027-2028 whose research
demonstrates a foundation for teaching about Islam and/or Judaism.
We particularly welcome candidates who are cognizant of how race,
gender, and politics figure into global religious contexts. We
primarily are seeking candidates in Religious Studies but will also
consider candidates who work in affiliated fields like Islamic
Studies, Jewish Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, African religions,
Chinese religions. The fellowship provides advanced doctoral
candidates with meaningful teaching experience and mentorship as
they complete their dissertations. Over the course of one year,
fellows teach one course per semester, engage in scholarly forums,
develop pedagogical skills, and receive professional development to
prepare them for successful academic careers.

The Fellowship is non-renewable. It begins on August 16, 2027 and
ends on May 31, 2028. Fellows receive a $43,260 stipend, $5,000 in
travel/professional development support, relocation reimbursement,
office space, health benefits, access to Ithaca College and Cornell
University libraries, and a dedicated faculty mentor in their
program.

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited program leading to a
Ph.D. degree at a U.S. institution; display evidence of a
commitment to a career in teaching at the college or university
level; demonstrate a dedication to equitable classroom practices;
display evidence of a scholarly agenda; and be authorized to work
in the United States.

Candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to minoritized
communities in their teaching, service and/or research are strongly
encouraged to apply.

Prior to August 15, 2027, applicants must be advanced to candidacy
at their home institution, with an approved dissertation proposal.
Preference will be given to candidates who are in the last year of
dissertation writing and who will most benefit from the opportunity
(i.e. those who are actively working to draft and revise their
dissertation).

To Apply:

Interested applicants must apply and include (1): Unofficial
transcript from an accredited Ph.D.- granting institution; (2) a
cover letter detailing the candidates teaching pedagogy and
interest in a career in teaching; description of research agenda
and a timeline for finishing the dissertation; and how they will
contribute to the curriculum of the chosen department; (3) a CV;
(4) a syllabus for a course you propose to teach; and (5) the
contact information of two references. To ensure full consideration
applications should be received by November 15th, 2026.
Applications will not be considered complete until all materials
are in.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic
community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to
apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college
is appreciated.

All bargaining unit faculty members shall be covered by the
collective bargaining agreement between Ithaca College and Services
Employees International Union, Local 200 United. Full time
bargaining unit employees are all limited term faculty teaching
term appointments on a full-time non-tenured and non-tenure track
basis employed by Ithaca College at its Ithaca, New York campus.
Information about the Union can be found here: https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/contingent-faculty-union
. Successful candidates will be required to meet with union
leadership prior to their first day.

Hiring Rate:

$43,260

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees
with comprehensive benefits, including:

• Healthcare including vision and dental
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer

Contribution

• EAP
• Flexible Work Plans
• Educational Benefits
• Career-Enhancing Trainings
• For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College
resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of
the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background
investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a
criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent
upon review of the criminal background check.