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Title Instructor/Lecturer in Muslim Ministry
School Harvard Divinity School
Department/Area Office for Academic Affairs
Position Description
Harvard Divinity School seeks to appoint an adjunct instructor/lecturer to
teach an introductory course on the theological, legal, and spiritual
dimensions of Islam through the prophetic tradition as part of the Master of
Divinity curriculum. This course must engage in a critical reading and
analysis of a well-known prophetic tradition referred to as Hadith Jibril,
along with other practices of the Prophet Muhammad. The course must be open
and accessible to the Divinity School's diverse and multi-religious student
body. The appointment title will depend on the finalist's qualifications.
Please note that all Harvard employees must reside in the New England area as
of August 1, 2022. All instruction in the fall semester 2022 is expected to
take place in-person, however, due to the ongoing pandemic, it is expected
that all instructors are versed and able to teach remotely as well, should
that become necessary.
Basic Qualifications
Applicants should demonstrate the following qualifications:
(1) Sound knowledge of the Hadith tradition proven by a strong record of
publications
(2) Demonstrated ability to lead/facilitate multi-religious and
interreligious communal conversations.
(3) Prior experience teaching at the graduate level preferred
Harvard Divinity School does not provide visa sponsorship for adjunct teaching
positions. Please note that the attorneys representing individuals are not
authorized to file visa petitions on behalf of Harvard Divinity School.
Additional Qualifications
MDiv or similar degree required, PhD preferred
Special Instructions
Please also submit the following materials with your application:
(1) Curriculum Vitae
(2) Cover letter
(3) List of references
Only online applications through ARIeS, https: // academic
positions.harvard.edu, will be accepted until 5/20/22.
Contact Information
Applicants may contact the Office of Academic Affairs at Harvard Divinity
School with any questions regarding their application.
Contact Email academicaffairs@hds.harvard.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity,
sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Allowed 3
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
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