Niagara University is a liberal arts university, steeped in the Vincentian and Catholic traditions, with a total enrollment of nearly 4,300 students. Located just a few miles away from one of the world's premier tourism destinations, Niagara Falls, the university occupies a lovely campus overlooking the Niagara River gorge. Its close proximity to major cultural and business centers in Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Toronto as well as the award-winning Niagara Wine Trail and several nearby cultural destinations make Niagara University an ideal place to work and live. If you'd like to know more, be sure to check out all of the NU Facts.

Niagara University is seeking candidates for a full-time tenure-track position in Religious Studies. Research and teaching interests should be in the area of Christian History, with a specialization in the History of Christian Art, American Catholic History, Global Catholicism, History of Catholicism, Church, and Culture, or similar fields. The successful candidate will demonstrate their ability to capably teach undergraduate students introductory courses in Religious Studies as well as upper-level courses in more specialized areas as mentioned. Applications will be accepted through January 2023. Start date Fall 2023.

About the institution

Niagara University was founded in 1856 by the Catholic Vincentian Fathers, whose mission emphasizes practical training and excellence in the service of society. NU's traditional stone buildings and leafy green campus sit on Monteagle Ridge, overlooking the Niagara River Gorge just three miles north of the majestic Niagara Falls. Immediately adjacent to Canada, NU's bi-national culture is built in close proximity to major manufacturing and business centers in Buffalo and Toronto, attracting from both countries significant populations of students and faculty.

How to apply

Candidates should submit the following documents at the Niagara University Human Resources Job Application page at www.niagara.edu/job-openings

Letter of interest

Curriculum vitae

Teaching evaluations

Job market paper

All newly hired employees must provide proof of the COVID-19 vaccination or submit their request for an exemption on religious or medical grounds within seven (7) calendar days from their employment start date.