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California Lutheran University - Assistant or Associate in Homiletics and/or Multicultural Ministries
Job Description
Assistant or Associate in Homiletics and/or Multicultural Ministries
Position Category: Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: .75 (academic year full-time)
Location: Berkeley
University Background:
The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person’s dignity.
Basic Function:
The Assistant/Associate Professor of Homiletics and/or Multicultural Ministries (tenure-track) at the Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS) of California Lutheran University – a seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and a founding member of the Graduate Theological Union (GTU) – is to provide academic graduate level instruction in disciplines that may include practical theology, homiletics, liberative theologies, multi-cultural ministry, or Christian education; to accompany PLTS students in the ELCA candidacy process towards rostered ministry; to teach in the seminary’s TEEM program in the areas of their expertise; to contribute to the life of the PLTS community through student advising and mentoring, university and seminary committee service, and connecting the academy with the church; to engage in scholarship in their area of expertise.
Representative Duties:
– Primary responsibilities for this tenure-track position include to teach graduate level core courses and TEEM courses in preaching, including preaching for social transformation; methods and hermeneutics; ministry across cultures; Christian faith formation; and other subjects in practical theology. Ability to teach Spanish for worship is an asset.
– The total teaching expectations include both online courses (synchronous and asynchronous) and intensive on-campus classes.
– The university faculty load of 24 units consists of a combination of duties, including (not limited to) teaching graduate level courses and course development, teaching in the TEEM program, administration, committee and university service, service in the ELCA candidacy process (candidacy committees and student accompaniment), and other related duties that serve the mission of the seminary and the university.
– Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses. Create assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings for development of cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students.
– Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours.
– Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
– Teach and hold office hours in person (can be via Zoom), at least four days per week.
– Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook.
– Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising, service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, as outlined in the faculty handbook.
– Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and University meetings.
– Evening and weekend hours may be required.
– Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Of:
– Critical pedagogical and hermeneutical methodologies that relate sacred texts and traditions to the living questions and pastoral needs of contemporary contexts.
– The links between race, class, gender, and ecological justice.
– Current theory and practice within the subject discipline.
– Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
– Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment.
– University curricula.
– Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students.
– Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data.
– Modern computing technology.
– Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance, and progress.
Ability To:
– Articulate the political and social importance of the Reformations.
– Become equipped to accompany PLTS students in the ELCA candidacy process towards rostered ministry.
– People of Color and faculty poised to mentor Latinx, African American, and Native American students are strongly encouraged to apply.
– The candidate is expected to participate in California Lutheran University’s mission as a Hispanic Serving Institution.
– Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline.
– Deliver course curricula in various learning styles.
– Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic background of University students.
– Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
– Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience.
– Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality.
– Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy
– Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
– Work constructively with their colleagues and to treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism.
– Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
– Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field or discipline.
– Satisfactoryly fulfill a faculty member’s duties and responsibilities and make significant contributions to the University community.
– Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of action.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a Ph.D. from an accredited institution, ABD will be considered, but will come in at the rank of Instructor.
The Associate Professor position requires having achieved this rank at another institution and a minimum of six years of full-time teaching with at least five years teaching at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Preferred Qualifications:
While PLTS is a Lutheran seminary and a Lutheran candidate is preferred, individuals from other Protestant traditions who can articulate the political and social importance of the Reformations, and who will become equipped to accompany PLTS students in the ELCA candidacy process towards rostered ministry are welcome to apply.
Licenses and Other Requirements:
None
Physical Abilities:
Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via the telephone or video; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files.
Working Environment:
Primary duties are conducted in a virtual teaching environment, alongside traditional indoor classroom settings for on-campus programs and events. The position requires prolonged computer use and occasional travel or movement across campus locations.
Hiring Range $73,000 – $82,000
Posting Number: Faculty001322020
Open Date: 10/01/2026
Close Date: 11/15/2026
Application Procedure/Special Instructions Please include the following materials with your application:
1. Cover Letter: Please tell us about yourself and explain how you meet the qualifications for the position. Please also describe how you plan to support the mission and Hispanic-Serving Institution designation of California Lutheran University. Two pages maximum.
2. Curriculum Vitae or Resume: Please provide a curriculum vitae or resume detailing your educational background, professional experience, teaching experience, publications, service, appointments or positions, honors, awards, and other relevant accomplishments.
3. Please include a list of professional references whom the University may contact.
4. Statement of Teaching: Please discuss your teaching philosophy and provide concrete examples of your pedagogy. Two pages maximum.
5. Statement of Research: Please describe your program of research. Two pages maximum.
6. Other: Inclusive Excellence Statement: Please explain how you will encourage and facilitate inclusive excellence through your teaching, mentorship, research, and service. Two pages maximum.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9853493
California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University’s policies, procedures, and processes.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.
Date Listing Expires: November 15, 2026
Emory University, Candler School of Theology - Ethics (Open Rank)
Job Details and Essential Duties:
Emory University’s Candler School of Theology invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track faculty position in Ethics. Rank is open. The successful candidate will hold a PhD or its equivalent in Ethics or a related field by the time of appointment in the fall semester of 2027. For more information, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/193983.
Date Listing Expires: Oct 31, 2026
Oblate School of Theology - Victory Noll Chair of Hispanic Engagement / Cátedra Victory Noll de Ministerio Hispano - Full Time Position
Summary of Position:
Oblate School of Theology (OST), a Roman Catholic school of theology and ministry serving the Southwest United States, invites applications for the inaugural Victory Noll Chair of Hispanic Engagement/Victory Noll Cátedra de Ministerio Hispano with a preferred start date of August 2027.
Candidates should possess an established body of research in Hispanic realities in a particular field of theological or pastoral inquiry. The ideal candidate will bring a record of fostering theological education among Hispanics in a variety of pastoral and academic contexts and will be able to teach and publish in both Spanish and English. These qualifications are necessary to fulfill the purpose of the chair, which is twofold: to foster research and teaching in Hispanic theology and ministry, and to further the school’s accompaniment of and collaboration with Hispanic communities. The successful candidate will be prepared to develop and teach courses in his/her area of specialization at both the graduate and certificate levels. She or he will chair the monthly meetings of the Hispanic Engagement Committee (HEC) and will collaborate closely with the director of Continuing Education to develop programming and promote annual events and lectures. On the global level, the ideal candidate will be prepared to increase OST’s membership and active presence in national and international organizations committed to Hispanic/Latine theological and pastoral education.
The successful candidate will be willing and able to work with colleagues in all aspects of graduate professional theological education in an ecumenically, culturally, and ethnically diverse setting. She or he should be a Catholic in good standing and be prepared to fulfill the canonical requirements expected of a Roman Catholic teaching in a school of theology as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae. He or she will serve on faculty committees, advise and mentor students, and maintain positive relationships with local ecclesial leaders.
Resumen del puesto:
Oblate School of Theology (OST), una escuela de teología y ministerio católico-romana que presta servicio al suroeste de los Estados Unidos, invita a presentar solicitudes para la inauguración de la Cátedra Victory Noll de Ministerio Hispano, con una fecha de inicio preferible de agosto de 2027.
Candidaturas para este puesto deben contar con un cuerpo de investigación consolidado en torno a las realidades hispanas en un campo específico de indagación teológica o pastoral. La candidatura ideal aportará un historial de fomento de la educación teológica entre la población hispana en una variedad de contextos pastorales y académicos y será capaz de impartir clases y publicar tanto en español como en inglés. Estos requisitos son indispensables para cumplir el propósito de la cátedra, que es doble: fomentar la investigación y la docencia en teología y en ministerio hispanos, y potenciar el acompañamiento y la colaboración de la institución con las comunidades hispanas. La candidatura seleccionada estará preparada para diseñar e impartir cursos en su área de especialización, tanto a nivel de posgrado como en programas de certificación. Presidirá las reuniones mensuales del Comité de Participación Hispana (HEC, por sus siglas en inglés) y colaborará estrechamente con el director de Educación Continua para desarrollar programas y promover eventos y conferencias anuales. A nivel global, la candidatura ideal estará preparada para ampliar la membresía y reforzar la presencia de OST en organizaciones nacionales e internacionales comprometidas con la educación teológica y pastoral hispana/latina.
La candidatura seleccionada estará dispuesta y capacitada para colaborar con sus colegas en todos los aspectos de la educación teológica profesional de posgrado, en un entorno cultural, étnico y ecuménicamente diverso. Esta persona debería ser católica y mantener una relación regular y canónica con la Iglesia. Él o ella estará preparado o preparada para cumplir con los requisitos canónicos exigidos a un docente católico romano en una escuela de teología, tal como se establece en *Ex Corde Ecclesiae*. Formará parte de los comités del cuerpo docente, asesorará y orientará a los estudiantes, y mantendrá relaciones positivas con líderes de la Iglesia local.
Further Information:
The Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate have been engaged in serving the Hispanic/Latine community in the United States since 1849. This follows the Oblate charism and the mission of its school since its founding in 1903: to prepare students for ministry in the Southwest and Mexico. As is clear in the OST Statement of Purpose, this mission has expanded over the decades to “the multicultural, global reality of church and society, with particular attention to the diverse and rich Hispanic reality of the Americas.” The purpose of the Chair of Hispanic Engagement is to enhance this commitment by establishing a full-time position, with faculty status, to increase research and instruction in “cultural responsiveness, access to theological education, affordability, and student success.”[1]
Inspired by the charism of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, Oblate School of Theology educates, forms, and renews men and women to “preach the Gospel to the most abandoned.” OST is a vibrant and complex educational institution that provides theological and ministerial leadership in both academic and professional degrees. The graduate programs in Spirituality have grown exponentially in recent years. The school is equally committed to the pastoral and theological education and formation of students from nine dioceses and six different religious orders who are studying for priesthood and religious life. Other established programs include academic degrees such as the MA in Theology, the MA in Spirituality, and the MA in Sacred Scripture. Professional programs include the DMin, the MDiv, the MA in Pastoral Ministry, and the Maestría de Artes en Ministerio Pastoral which is offered bilingually in Spanish and English. OST likewise resources the local church with several vibrant lay certificate programs such as the Programa de espiritualidad y direccion espiritual. Institutes such as the Instituto de Formación Pastoral, Sankofa Institute for African American Pastoral Leadership, and the Institute for the Study of Contemporary Spirituality provide academic homes for students studying across the different degree programs.
Más información:
Los Oblatos Misionarios de Maria Inmaculada han estado dedicados al servicio de la comunidad hispana/latina en Los Estados Unidos desde 1849. Esto se alinea con el carisma oblato y con la misión de su escuela desde su fundación en 1903: preparar a los estudiantes para el ministerio en el Suroeste de los Estados Unidos y en México. De acuerdo con la Declaración de propósito de OST, su misión se ha ampliado a lo largo de las décadas para abarcar «la realidad multicultural y global de la Iglesia y de la sociedad, prestando especial atención a la diversa y rica realidad hispana de las Américas». El propósito de la Cátedra es reforzar este compromiso mediante el establecimiento de un puesto a tiempo completo, con estatus docente, para potenciar la investigación y la enseñanza en los ámbitos de la «sensibilidad cultural, el acceso a la educación teológica, la asequibilidad y el éxito estudiantil».[2]
Inspirada en el carisma de los Oblatos Misioneros de María Inmaculada, Oblate School of Theology educa, forma y renueva a hombres y mujeres para «predicar el Evangelio a los más abandonados». OST es una institución educativa vibrante y compleja que ofrece liderazgo teológico y ministerial, tanto a través de títulos académicos y profesionales. Sus programas de posgrado en espiritualidad han crecido exponencialmente en los últimos años. La escuela está igualmente comprometida con la educación y la formación pastoral y teológica de estudiantes provenientes de nueve diócesis y de seis órdenes religiosas diferentes, quienes se preparan para el sacerdocio y la vida religiosa. Otros programas consolidados incluyen títulos académicos de posgrado como la Maestría en Teología, la Maestría en Espiritualidad y la Maestría en Sagrada Escritura. Los programas profesionales incluyen el Doctorado en Ministerio (DMin), la Maestría en Divinidad (MDiv), la Maestría en Ministerio Pastoral y la Maestría en Artes en Ministerio Pastoral, que se ofrece de manera bilingüe en español e inglés. Asimismo, OST brinda recursos a la iglesia local mediante diversos y dinámicos programas de certificación para laicos como el Programa de Espiritualidad y Dirección espiritual; es más, El Instituto de Formación Pastoral, Sankofa Institute for African American Pastoral Leadership, y el Institute for the Study of Contemporary Spirituality constituyen un hogar académico para estudiantes que cursan distintos programas de titulación.
Accountability:
- Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean
Department:
- Faculty
Education and Experience:
- Doctorate in theology or ministry.
- Experience forming Roman Catholic pastoral agents in Hispanic ministry.
- Experience teaching at the university level.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and administration.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ecumenical, and ethnic backgrounds of members of the school community and local Church.
- Demonstrated commitment to innovative pedagogy in diverse formats (hybrid, online, face-to-face).
- Fluency in Spanish and English and ability to teach and publish in both languages.
- Ability to bring Oblate School of Theology into dialogue in national and international conversations beyond the School’s traditional focus on South Texas.
- Willingness to learn about the history of the Oblate charism, its role in Hispanic ministry, and its application to theological education.
- Ability to evaluate and enhance existing Hispanic programs and curricula.
- Ability to facilitate and enhance access to theological education at all levels for people of Hispanic/Latine origins.
- Ability to facilitate knowledge and engagement of current research about Hispanic/Latine people among the OST community
To Apply:
To apply, please submit a C.V., a cover letter addressing your teaching and research interests, and a list of three references to facultysearch@ost.edu. References will not be contacted until the final stages of the process.
Applications will be accepted beginning August 15.
Review of applications will begin October 1.
[1] Joanne Solis-Walker, Lead Researcher, Hispanic/Latinx Pathways Research Project: Mapping the Landscape of Hispanic/LatinX Theological Education, A Research Project of the Association of Theological Schools, 2023, 3. https://www.ats.edu/files/galleries/ATS_Research_Final_Report–Sept_6-2023.pdf
[2] Joanne Solis-Walker, Lead Researcher, Hispanic/Latinx Pathways Research Project: Mapping the Landscape of Hispanic/LatinX Theological Education, A Research Project of the Association of Theological Schools, 2023, 3. https://www.ats.edu/files/galleries/ATS_Research_Final_Report–Sept_6-2023.pdf
Southern Methodist University (Perkins School Theology) - Assistant Professor of Theology
Job Description:
Perkins School of Theology
Southern Methodist University
Assistant Professor of Theology
Position Number 52061
This is a full-time, tenure-track appointment.
Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University is seeking to fill a full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment in theology. Position to begin on August 1, 2027. The responsibilities and qualifications are as follows:
I. Responsibilities
A. Full-time teaching and scholarship in theology.
1. Teaching courses in the various degree programs of Perkins School of Theology and in the M.A. and Ph.D. curricula of the Graduate Program in Religious Studies of Southern Methodist University. Required courses in systematic theology are expected as well as electives in one’s areas of specialization and interest. Co-teaching may be required in systematic theology.
2. Scholarship, including publications, in the field of appointment.
B. Participation in the life and work of Perkins School of Theology, the Graduate Program in Religious Studies, and other parts of Southern Methodist University, including the structures of governance, exercising the responsibilities normally assumed by faculty members.
II. Qualifications
A. Essential
1. Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
2. Demonstrated promise as a scholar and teacher in the field of theology.
3. Specialization in one or more of areas of theology, such as systematic theology, historical theology, philosophical theology, constructive theology, theology and culture, or contextual theology.
4. Commitment to the primary objectives both of Perkins School of Theology to prepare persons for leadership in the church and in Christian ministry, and of the Graduate Program in Religious Studies to prepare persons for leadership in the academy.
5. Commitment to teaching in all the degree programs of Perkins School of Theology and in all approved modes of instruction (including in-person, online, and hybrid).
6. Familiarity with the historic and ecumenical traditions of Christianity, including their Wesleyan forms.
7. Commitment to working in a religiously and theologically diverse and pluralistic community.
8. Knowledge of and commitment to the life of a faith community.
B. Preferred
1. Background, interests, perspectives, and abilities that complement those of other members of the faculty, with an openness to creative pedagogical and academic collaboration across disciplines.
2. Ability to teach Introduction to the History of Christianity.
3. Ordination or membership in a Methodist or other Christian communion.
4. Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research and teaching in the School of Theology and the wider University.
5. Certification or experience in online teaching.
Applications must include: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) writing sample, 4) statement of teaching philosophy, 5) an outline for a course syllabus in theology, 6) statement of research agenda, and 7) three confidential letters of recommendation. Submit application materials electronically to: (Interfolio link). Submit application materials electronically to Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/191886, to the attention of Ms. Avery Pryer, Executive Assistant to the Dean.
To receive priority consideration, complete applications must be received by October 15, 2026, and to ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by December 15, 2026. The committee will, however, continue to accept and review applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.
About Southern Methodist University
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study, and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs through eight schools. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty, and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas—the dynamic center of one of the nation’s largest, fastest-growing, and most diverse regions—offers unique learning, research, social, and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty, and alumni to make a global impact.
About Perkins School of Theology
Perkins, the oldest graduate professional school at SMU, is one of the 13 seminaries of The United Methodist Church and one of only five University-related United Methodist theological schools, located in the heart of Dallas, Texas. The faculty and staff of Perkins are committed to our mission of equipping persons for faithful leadership and Christian ministry in a changing church and society. Students study with a faculty, diverse both culturally and in theological perspective, in the School’s graduate degree and certificate studies programs. Perkins is Wesleyan by tradition, United Methodist by affiliation, inclusive of diverse Christian expressions, and welcoming of all. Perkins makes theological education accessible, through in-person, hybrid, and distance learning, to students from the region, the nation, and around the world. Bridwell Library, one of the most distinguished theological research institutions in North America, is home to the World Methodist Museum and has the largest collection of original John Wesley letters outside of England.
SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
Date Listing Expires: Dec 15, 2026.
United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities - President
Job Description:
President
United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
St. Paul, Minnesota
United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities (United, UTS) seeks a visionary, relational, and theologically grounded leader to serve as its next President. This is an opportunity to lead one of the most distinctive institutions in theological education: a progressive seminary rooted in the Christian tradition and shaped by a deep commitment to justice and interreligious engagement. United has emerged as a place where students from a wide range of faith traditions, spiritual identities, and vocational callings come to be formed as leaders.
The next president is charged with guiding a seminary that has emerged from a period of significant transformation and now seeks to build on growing enrollment, renewed financial strength, and a distinctive identity within theological education. Over the past 6 years under the leadership of retiring president Dr. Molly T. Marshall, United has strengthened its finances, rebuilt donor confidence, and grown its reach well beyond the Twin Cities. A key element of UTS’s enrollment growth has been the adaptation of a fully hybrid academic program model that offers both in-person and synchronous virtual courses drawing a diverse population of students from across the country. This combination of ecumenical foundation and institutional commitment to justice has positioned United within a distinct segment of theological education, one that has continued to attract students even as enrollment across the seminary sector has generally contracted. The institution enters its next chapter of leadership from a position of strength, building on a founding vision it has consistently reaffirmed. United is well-positioned to strengthen its reputation as a leading voice among progressive and interreligious seminaries, and to expand its influence as study and practice of spirituality, theology, leadership, and public life continues to evolve.
The seminary is also navigating questions that are reshaping theological education more broadly: how best to cultivate community and formation within a predominantly distributed student body, how to steward physical resources in an era increasingly defined by digital engagement, and how to prepare leaders whose callings extend beyond traditional congregational ministry. The next president will join a community committed to an adaptive and creative approach to theological education that is responsive to the changing environment while preserving the core values and sense of belonging that have set United apart.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the president serves as chief executive officer and provides leadership across the institution. The president is United’s public voice and ambassador, deepening relationships with the seminary’s many constituencies, and makes the case for its distinctive model of theological education for people who haven’t yet encountered it. The successful candidate will bring a genuine appreciation for theological education and the role it plays in shaping spiritually-informed leaders for social transformation. United seeks a leader ready to build on a strong foundation and carry the seminary into its next stage of growth.
To assist in this important search, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities has engaged Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website for the search: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/united-theological-seminary-twin-cities/president
Date Listing Expires: Oct 16, 2026.
Western Seminary - Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Old Testament Language and Literature
Hours and Expected Teaching Load: 40 hours/week (1.0 FTE), 20 credit hours per academic year
Accountability: Reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty and to the Chair of the Department of Bible and Theology
Position Summary: Western Seminary is seeking an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Old Testament Language and Literature. The successful candidate will be a member of Western’s Department of Bible and Theology (DBT).
Location: Candidates local to the Portland area preferred. Remote candidates will be considered. Travel is required at least 3 times per year. This position is not open to remote work for those who reside internationally.
Essential Duties/Functions:
• Teach both Master’s and Doctoral-level courses in Old Testament literature (introduction, survey, specific books), Hebrew language and exegesis, and other related topics, and supervise Th.M. theses in these areas.
• The instructor should be prepared to teach in various modalities, including traditional/residential, immersive cohorts, and online (including both synchronous/live and asynchronous/pre-recorded formats).
• The instructor will be expected to deliver course content in ways that contribute to contextualized learning experiences that support the education and formation of students within and/or in partnership with their local church contexts. In all cases, the approach to teaching should seek to bridge the gap between biblical scholarship and ministry practice, oftentimes by working collaboratively with local ministry partners. The individual will also actively participate in their academic department (the Department of Bible and Theology) and the Seminary community at large. This will include responsibilities such as:
• mentoring students (academically, spiritually, vocationally)
• attending faculty meetings and retreats
• serving in select administrative roles and/or on various faculty committees
• participating in commencement ceremonies
• engaging in research and scholarship (ideally aimed at both the academy and the church)
• contributing as able to student recruitment efforts, and serving as an ambassador for Western by helping to build Western’s outward-facing brand (e.g., through public speaking and media opportunities) and participating in local community events through which Western seeks to build relational bridges with the local church community
Qualifications:
• Education: Completed Ph.D. in Old Testament Language and Literature (ABD candidates may be considered.)
• Experience: Demonstrated experience and skill teaching both in the classroom and online, as well as evidence of scholarly contributions, student mentorship, and ministerial engagement (Prior pastoral experience a plus.)
• Doctrine: Ability to affirm Western’s Faculty Teaching Position sincerely and without qualification or reservation
• Irenicism: Strong value for engaging students and colleagues across disagreement (theologically or otherwise) in a collegial, non-divisive way, eager to help foster a warm, inclusive, robustly dialogical community spirit within the parameters of Western’s statements of faith (World Evangelical Alliance Statement of Faith for students and staff, the Faculty Teaching Position for faculty)
• Character and Church: Displays a vibrant and mature, yet still growing, Christian faith, maintains a morally upright lifestyle consistent with the expectations for faculty character and conduct described in Western’s Faculty Handbook, committed to and actively involved in one’s local church
• Technology: Experience with Microsoft Suite, Moodle, and Zoom preferred.
Desired Start Date: Dec. 1, 2026 (in time for the spring semester, which begins Jan. 2, 2027)
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application: To be considered for this position, please submit all required application materials as listed on the Faculty Employment Application to Kendra Huntington, Administrative Coordinator for Counseling and Academics (khuntington@westernseminary.
Date Listing Expires: September 26, 2026, or until position is filled
Further Information: Dr. John Kwak, VP of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty (jkwak@westernseminary.edu)