Description Wake Forest University's Department for the Study of Religions invites applications for a tenure-track position in Religion and Technology/Digital Media at the Assistant Professor rank, beginning July 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate in their research and teaching the Teacher-Scholar ideal valued by Wake Forest. We seek highly qualified candidates whose research, teaching, and service demonstrate a commitment to engaging a wide range of perspectives and fostering the success of students across backgrounds and experiences. Potential Research Areas (Illustrative, not exhaustive)

• The impacts of artificial intelligence and/or digital technologies on concepts such as self-identity, agency, personhood, moral reasoning, ritual, interpretation, and meaning across religious traditions
• How these technologies impact domains such as healthcare, politics, or movements like transhumanism
• Religious engagements with artificial intelligence, including applications in spiritual guidance, religious education, and scriptural interpretation
• The ethical and religious implications of digitally created religious content
• The ways in which digital technologies are reshaping religious authority, authenticity, and experience Key Responsibilities
• Teach two courses per semester
• Offer existing introductory courses and develop new ones to meet general education requirements
• Develop innovative upper-level undergraduate courses in areas of specialization
• Maintain an active research program, conducting and publishing original research at the intersection of religion and digital technologies
• Potentially develop collaborative relationships with faculty and contribute to the university's new AI for Human Flourishing initiative Basic Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Religious Studies at time of appointment. Candidates with a Ph.D. in a related field will be considered only with substantial graduate training in the academic study of religion/religious studies
• A publication record or clear potential for high-quality scholarly output in digital technology and artificial intelligence or closely related topics
• Commitment to public scholarship, policy engagement, or industry dialogue
• Teaching experience in relevant subject areas Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply via the University's career website at www.

wfu.careers . Review of applications will begin immediately and close 15 October 2026 . Applications should be submitted as a single PDF file and must include the following: 1. A cover letter addressing the candidate's interest in joining our teacher-scholar community and their approach to teaching and supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds 2. A curriculum vitae, including a list of three professional references (references will be contacted only for short-listed candidates) 3. A teaching statement, including a plan for creating an effective and engaging learning environment in a liberal arts context (no more than 500 words) 4. A research statement describing future plans and the potential impact of scholarly work (no more than 500 words) 5. A writing sample of 5,000-8,000 words will be requested from selected candidates 6. Copies of graduate transcript(s) (official copies required only upon employment) For additional questions about the position, please contact Dr. Lucas Johnston ( johnstlf@wfu.edu ). Questions about the application and submission process may be addressed to wakejobs@wfu.edu . About Wake Forest University Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. With more than 5,400 undergraduates and 3,800 graduate and professional students, Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant, intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities, and a strong athletics program competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Since its founding, the University has adopted the motto Pro Humanitate, which is exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world. For more information, visit: about.wfu.edu . Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, a beautiful, mid-sized city centrally in the Piedmont-Triad region of North Carolina. To learn more about Winston-Salem, visit: www.visitwinstonsalem.com .

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If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact ​A​skHR@wfu.edu or 336-758-4700. Equal Opportunity Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. Accommodations for Applicants ​If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact ​A​skHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.