Assistant/Associate Professor of Christian Ministry & Formation

Mid-America Nazarene University • Olathe, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

MidAmerica Nazarene University invites applications for multiple full-time faculty positions in the Department of Christian Ministry and Formation. The department seeks faithful Christ-followers who are gifted teachers, mentors, and scholars, and ordained ministers who will contribute to the intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation of undergraduate students preparing to serve Christ, the church, and the world. Candidates with expertise in biblical studies, including biblical language proficiency, theology, practical theology, Christian education, philosophy, or intercultural studies are encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will teach broadly within the department’s undergraduate curriculum and support programs preparing students for ministry, service, and ordination in the Church of the Nazarene and the wider church. The department is committed to forming students intellectually and spiritually in a Christlike, in-person learning community. Faculty help majors become rooted, mature, contemplative, and missional servants, and teach courses in Christian scripture and tradition to the general student population. Faculty are expected to invest in students through teaching, advising, mentoring, scholarship, and participation in university and church life.

Initial applicant review begins December 1, with interviews planned for January 2027. The intended start date for all positions is August 1, 2027.

Requirements

• Terminal degree in a field related to Christian Ministry and Formation; candidates nearing completion of a terminal degree may also be considered.
• Ordination in the Church of the Nazarene and active, engaged membership in the denomination; district-licensed ministers pursuing ordination may also be considered.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to teach broadly within the department’s curriculum.
• Commitment to mentoring students in their intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation.
• Commitment to the mission of Christian higher education in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition.
• Willingness to participate in service to the department, university, and church.
• Ability to relate to young adults and have meaningful conversations with them.
• Application materials: letter of application, current resume, names and contact information for three professional references, and a statement of faith of no more than two pages, including personal faith history and a vision for supporting a Christ-centered university community.

Nice To Haves

• Completed Ph.D. in a field related to Christian Ministry and Formation.
• Successful undergraduate teaching experience.
• Experience in pastoral, intercultural, or other ministry contexts.
• Ability to contribute to multiple areas of the department’s curriculum.
• Experience advising or mentoring students preparing for ministry, ordination, and/or graduate studies.
• Evidence of scholarly, professional, and ecclesial engagement.
• Familiarity with the Course of Study requirements for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene.
• Appreciation for the broad Christian tradition represented in MNU’s student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Christian Ministry and Formation, with assignments based on departmental needs.
• Mentor and advise students as they discern and prepare for ministry, service, and vocation, including students pursuing ordination in the Church of the Nazarene.
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and program improvement.
• Participate actively in departmental, college, and university service.
• Apply teaching, mentoring, and scholarly expertise in regular service to the Church of the Nazarene and its mission at local, district, regional, or global levels.
• Maintain appropriate scholarly, professional, and/or ministry engagement in the field of study.
• Support the mission and values of MidAmerica Nazarene University.

What This Job Offers

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