College Faculty for Bible, Missions & Ministry

Abilene Christian University•Abilene, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Abilene Christian University (ACU), affiliated with the Church of Christ, is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track college faculty member for the Department of Bible, Missions, and Ministry, beginning January 2027. The position focuses on teaching upper-level ministry courses, particularly in Youth and Family Ministry, as well as general education survey courses in Bible and/or Ministry. Responsibilities include mentoring undergraduate students, professional development to maintain expertise, and serving on various university committees. The ideal candidate will be an excellent classroom teacher, able to connect with a diverse student body with varying levels of biblical and Christian faith knowledge. ACU encourages applications from qualified women and minorities. All applicants must be professing Christians, active members of a Church of Christ congregation, and supportive of the university's Christian mission.

Requirements

Experience in Youth and Family ministry.
MDiv, MACM, or similar degree in religious studies.
Professing Christian.
Active, faithful member of a congregation of the Churches of Christ.
Willingness to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.
Ability to relate to a multi-ethnic student body with wide-ranging familiarity with the Bible and the Christian faith.

Nice To Haves

Terminal degree (e.g., DMin, ThD, EdD, PhD).
Experience in multiple types of church ministry.
Scholarly research agenda, evidenced by presentations and publications.
Ability to teach in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Teach upper-level ministry courses, with an emphasis on Youth and Family Ministry.
Teach general education survey courses in Bible and/or Ministry.
Mentor undergraduate students.
Maintain expertise in the field through appropriate professional development.
Serve on department, college, and university committees as needed.