Associate or Full Professor in Islamic Studies

Associate or Full Professor in Islamic Studies 
Co-Director of the Duncan Black Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations
Hartford International University for Religion and Peace

Founded in 1834, Hartford International University (HIU), has a unique and exciting mission like no other in the world. We are an historic, well-endowed, fully accredited university that engages in research, religious studies, and interreligious dialogue to deepen beliefs, respect differences, and help bring peace to our communities and the world. Our Muslim, Jewish, Christian, and other students often call their studies and experiences at HIU “life-changing.” HIU values diversity of all kinds and is committed to fostering an educational environment that promotes a culture of hospitality and inclusivity. Located in the historic West End of Hartford, Connecticut, our beautiful campus recently expanded to support strategic initiatives.

HIU is looking for an engaged, dedicated, and ambitious person to join our esteemed faculty. We invite applications for a full-time faculty position in Islamic Studies (open rank) which carries a simultaneous appointment of Co-Director of the Duncan Black Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations. An ideal candidate would also be qualified to serve as a co-editor of the prestigious journal The Muslim World. As a Co-Director of the Macdonald Center, the candidate is expected to represent the Center to its various public constituents, and further develop external relationships at both local, national and international levels. The person is also expected to be actively involved with local and broader Muslim communities.

A successful candidate should demonstrate expertise in a particular area of Islamic Studies, though the research specialization is open. The person must be grounded in the Islamic tradition and able to teach in broad areas related to contemporary issues and themes. The successful candidate will teach at the graduate master’s level and should have the intellectual depth required to direct doctoral level students.

Depending on the research profile and assigned administrative duties of the appointee, the appointment typically carries a full-time teaching load of four courses per year (2/2), including a team-taught required course in interreligious studies, a student advising load, regular faculty committee and administrative responsibilities (to be determined in relation to the candidate’s gifts, qualifications, and the university’s needs), as well as a robust research profile and publication activities. Scholarly research and productivity are priorities in light of the school’s history as a place of advanced learning and publication, as is the supervision of PhD students.

Hartford International University is an intentionally interfaith environment, whose mission is grounded in empathy, respect, and love for people of different faiths, and sensitivity toward diverse perspectives and traditions. A successful candidate needs to feel comfortable in this setting.

The appointment is to begin July 1, 2026. Rank is open; Ph.D. is required. HIU does not have a tenure system but provides term contracts renewable through a process of faculty review. Due to the in-person responsibilities of this position, residency in Hartford County (or within proximity to the campus) is required. We especially encourage applications from women and historically underrepresented ethnic groups. The Hartford International University is an equal opportunity employer.

Review of applications will begin on October 1 and will continue until the position is filled. A complete application must be emailed to Dr. David D. Grafton, Chair of the Islamic Studies Search Committee, at dgrafton@hartfordinternational.edu, and include a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference submitted directly by the recommenders.