Assistant/Associate Professor of Theology

Concordia University, Chicago • River Forest, IL

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About The Position

Concordia University Chicago invites applications for a second Theology faculty position. The successful candidate will teach basic and advanced undergraduate theology and/or theological language courses and may teach in areas including Church History, Systematic Theology, Lutheran Theology, Christian Doctrine, and Classical Education. The candidate should be willing and able to teach online courses as needed and should be competent and enthusiastic about teaching both Christian and non-Christian students.

The role also includes scholarship and service to the Theology Division, University, and Church. Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago as a university of the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Requirements

• Hold a Ph.D. or Th.D. in a relevant area of theology, including Exegetical Theology, Theological Languages (Greek, Hebrew, or Latin), Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, or Theological Ethics.
• Be an ordained and rostered member in good standing of the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod or one of its partner churches.
• Support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago.
• Have strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills.
• Have superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Be an enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago.
• Have a minimum of 3 years of related teaching experience at the university or college level.

Nice To Haves

• Competency to teach courses in multiple areas; special consideration will be given to candidates able to teach in multiple areas.
• Prior parish or pastoral experience.
• Collegiate teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach basic and advanced undergraduate theology and/or theological language courses.
• Teach courses in one or more areas such as Church History, Systematic Theology, Lutheran Theology, Christian Doctrine, or Classical Education.
• Teach online courses as needed.
• Participate in scholarship.
• Provide service to the Theology Division, University, and Church.
• Exhibit a service mentality toward stakeholders and establish cooperative relationships with campus constituents.
• Communicate effectively, professionally, and promptly with customers.
• Improve work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information.

What This Job Offers

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