Professor of Systemic Theology

Westminster Theological Seminary•Glenside, PA

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About The Position

Westminster Theological Seminary seeks to fill a full-time, voting faculty position in the department of Systematic Theology. Optimally, this faculty member will at times serve cross-departmentally, teaching in Apologetics, Church History, and/or Pastoral Theology, especially on topics such as preaching and pastoral ministry. Appreciation of and commitment to the tradition and methods of Geerhardus Vos, John Murray, Richard B. Gaffin, and Cornelius Van Til are highly valued. In addition to qualifications in Systematic Theology, the successful candidate will manifest a keen understanding across the theological encyclopedia, including Apologetics, Church History, and Pastoral Theology, along with a heartfelt commitment to the theology of the Westminster Standards and the distinctives of Westminster Theological Seminary. Westminster Theological Seminary looks to fill this position by January 1, 2028

Requirements

Competent teaching in Systematic Theology, and optimally with abilities to teach in Church History, Apologetics, and/or Pastoral Theology
Compelling writing for academic and popular-level publications
Strong oral and written communication skills for teaching, preaching, and conference speaking
PhD (earned or nearly completed) in Systematic Theology, Church History, Historical Theology, or Apologetics.
Ordained or ordainable in a NAPARC or similar denomination
At least 5 years’ experience in teaching, pastoral, or related ministry
Demonstrable excellency in research, teaching, godliness, collegiality, personal deportment, and other relevant skills.
Deep understanding of and sympathy for Westminster Theological Seminary’s mission, history, and distinctives
Subscription to the Westminster Standards

Nice To Haves

Manifestly possesses the vision of Westminster’s role in service of the global church.
Teaches, leads, and serves students in accord with the Seminary’s mission.
Collaborates and communicates to elicit trust, confidence, and achievement among team members and faculty colleagues.
Models service to others, especially students and colleagues Builds long-term relationships

Responsibilities

Teaching and mentoring students in the residential, global, and online programs.
Teaching courses in systematic theology, and, if needed, church history (especially modern church history), apologetics and pastoral theology.
Ensuring course delivery attains intended outcomes, and working with colleagues on meeting assessment criteria
Committing to furthering the mission of Westminster through publishing.
Supervising Ph.D. dissertations.
Supporting and contributing to the mission and strategies of WTS.
Teach courses in pastoral ministry and preaching, as needed.
Carry out various additional administrative responsibilities.
Serving the Seminary’s stewardship initiative by speaking at strategic conferences, writing, and supporting events on and off campus.
Working collaboratively and supportively with fellow faculty in serving students and carrying out seminary priorities.
Other responsibilities as required by the supervisor.