Fall 2024 | CHC300H1F Special Topics: Women in the New Testament

Closes: July 31, 2024

Teach the course based on syllabus and assignment guidelines provided by the program, mark assignments and tests in a timely fashion, hold one office hour per week. Follow College and University code of conduct and policies.

Course description: This course will examine the representation of women in the New Testament, with close readings of the primary texts within their historical contexts. It will also examine how some New Testament texts pertaining to women have been interpreted historically to stereotype and subjugate women and how some important female figures have not traditionally received the attention they deserve. Contemporary reinterpretations through historical, theological, artistic and feminist lenses will be discussed.

  • Start Date
    August 26, 2024
  • Department
    Office of the Principal and Vice-President
  • Compensation
    $9,457.71
  • How to Apply
    usmc.principalsoffice@utoronto.ca
  • Terms
    Headline: Fall 2024 | CHC300H1F Special Topics: Women in the New Testament
    Posting date: July 10, 2024
    Closing date: 11:59 pm on July 31, 2024
    Number of positions: 1
    Title/position: Course instructor
    Qualifications:

     

     

    PhD and evidence of established, up-to-date research expertise in the field of the program is essential. University-level teaching experience in this field, with evidence of successful teaching, is preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
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    Teach the course based on syllabus and assignment guidelines provided by the program, mark assignments and tests in a timely fashion, hold one office hour per week. Follow College and University code of conduct and policies.

    Course description: This course will examine the representation of women in the New Testament, with close readings of the primary texts within their historical contexts. It will also examine how some New Testament texts pertaining to women have been interpreted historically to stereotype and subjugate women and how some important female figures have not traditionally received the attention they deserve. Contemporary reinterpretations through historical, theological, artistic and feminist lenses will be discussed.

    Salary: $9,457.71
    Estimated course enrolment: 30
    Estimated TA support: N/A
    Class schedule: Tuesdays, 1PM – 3PM.
    Delivery mode: In-person
    Dates of appointment: August 26, 2024 – January 10, 2025.
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    Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, a short writing sample (no more than 5 pages) demonstrating active research expertise in the area covered by this course, and the names of two referees to:

    University of St. Michael’s College c/o Office of the Principal

    email: usmc.principalsoffice@utoronto.ca

    We reserve the right to interview candidates if necessary.

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    Please note that this position is tentative, pending funding, final course determinations and enrolments.

    This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 4 Collective Agreement.

    We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

    The University of St. Michael’s College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, people who take a religiously informed view of human experience, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas.

    All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

    If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 416-926-1300 ext. 7191 or hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca