Assistant | Associate Professor of Christian Ministries

University of Northwestern - St. Paul • Minnesota, MN

16h • $59,222 - $65,800 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant or Associate Professor of Christian Ministries teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Theology & Ministry, advancing the University of Northwestern – St. Paul’s mission and strategic goals. The role includes effective teaching that integrates faith and learning, and may involve curriculum development, student advising, internship supervision, recruitment and retention, instructional technology, university service, and ongoing professional development. Faculty members are expected to teach with effective pedagogy, serve the university, engage in scholarship that contributes to their discipline beyond UNW, and integrate faith into the classroom.

All employees are expected to act as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by partnering with the University to support students’ intellectual and spiritual growth, and with Northwestern Media in its gospel outreach. The position is based at the University Campus in St. Paul, Minnesota, and is hiring for Fall 2027.

Requirements

• Terminal degree in Practical Theology, Ministry, Christian Education, Nonprofit Leadership, or Intercultural Studies, with an emphasis in teaching, ministry, or higher education administration.
• At least five years of practical, relevant ministry experience.
• Demonstrated professional activity in the community.
• Desire to engage in scholarship, including integration of profession and Christianity.
• Maintain a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in interactions, and uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement, and Declaration of Christian Community.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain discretion and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and attend to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Must pass initial and ongoing background checks.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• At least ten years of practical, relevant ministry experience.
• At least three years of experience in higher education.
• Previous post-secondary teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses across assigned instructional formats, integrating faith and learning; prepare syllabi, use the learning management system, and assess, grade, and evaluate student learning.
• Contribute to curriculum design, course development, and assessment to support continuous improvement and alignment across departmental degrees.
• Advise and mentor students, supporting academic progress, career readiness, and professional development; supervise internships and experiential learning as appropriate.
• Engage in professional development and scholarly or practitioner activity to maintain expertise in the applied discipline and postsecondary teaching practices.
• Collaborate with departmental leadership to build and sustain relationships with off-campus partners that support student internships, mentorships, and employment opportunities.
• Serve on department and university committees; participate in student recruitment and retention initiatives; and support institutional events and priorities.
• Integrate faith into classroom teaching and contribute scholarship demonstrating discipline-specific contributions beyond the university.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Partner with the University in discipling students’ intellectual and spiritual growth and with Northwestern Media in its gospel outreach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree