Biblical Studies 2014-2015

Page for Academic Positions in Biblical Studies that begin in 2015.

Please list advertised positions, with updates as they occur, including acknowledgments of receipt, phone interviews, campus interviews, and offers. Listing the names of those hired is a violation of privacy.

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SEE ALSO: Religious Studies 2014-2015 and Jewish Studies 2014-2015

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Demographics
ABD (early):

ABD (will finish this academic year): 10

Ph.D. in hand (one-year, VAP, Lecturer, Post-doc) 21

Assistant Professor: 4

Associate Professor:

Full Professor:

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Lurker: 1

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TOTAL:  33  <- update the total!

Fields

 * How many HB? 9
 * How many 2nd Temple? 2
 * How many NT? 15

Brown University (RI) - TT Asst. Professor, Early Christianity / New Testament
The Department of Religious Studies at Brown University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level with a specialization in early Christianity/New Testament to begin July 1, 2015.

QUALIFICATIONS: This successful candidate will able to support graduate training in New Testament; have expertise in early Jewish history and texts; be familiar with theory and methods of religious studies; and contribute broadly to our undergraduate curriculum. This position is integral to the department's "Religions in the Ancient Mediterranean" graduate track and programming. Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully defended their dissertaion by the time of application.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Candidates should submit (1) a current CV; (2) a statement of interest; (3) a short writing sample (no more than 25 pages); (4) a list of four courses (title with short paragraph), at different levels, that would complement the department's existing curriculum; (5) one syllabus for an undergraduate introduction to New Testament course, supplemented by annotations and/or a brief statement describing the thinking behind it; and (6) three references.
 * LINK to APPLY: http://apply.interfolio.com/25184
 * Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2014.
 * Brown has a VAP who fits this job description. Surely this is likely to be an inside hire? < Surely!
 * If you are dumb enough to let "inside hire" rumors and assumptions keep you from applying for a job at an Ivy League institution, you are probably not smart enough to work there anyway. So please, do other applicants a favor and keep the (erroneous) rumors flying!
 * I agree that "inside candidate" rumors aren't helpful, but let's keep the discussion on the wiki civil.

===Georgia Southern University (GA) - TT Asst. Professor, Hebrew Bible=== The Department of Literature and Philosophy in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Religious Studies in the area of Hebrew Bible. Georgia Southern University is a member institution of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship, and service. At Georgia Southern we provide a culture of engagement that bridges theory with practice, extends the learning environment beyond the classroom, and promotes student growth and life success.

Founded in 1906, the University now serves more than 20,500 students and offers more than 100 campus-based and online degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Our 900 acre park-like campus in Statesboro, Georgia is not far from historic Savannah and Hilton Head Island and provides the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a much smaller college in a classic Main Street community.

Within this setting, the Religious Studies Program introduces students to scholarly attempts to understand and explain religion within the context of social life. A specialist in Hebrew Bible would engage historical and critical methods in Biblical studies, along with teaching students how to employ theories and methods from different disciplines in the academic study of religion. The candidate will work with other faculty to recruit students to a growing program with over 60 Religious Studies minors.

Position Description: Reporting to the Chair of Literature and Philosophy, the Assistant Professor of Religious Studies will teach three courses per semester (with the occasional possibility of additional reassigned time for research), including courses in Biblical studies as well as general courses that introduce students to theory and methods in the study of religion. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda evidenced by publications and presentations in professional venues. Service to the department and university is also required. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.


 * Postmark deadline for receipt of applications is October 17, 2014. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2015. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a writing sample of no more than 30 pages; a syllabus from a course the candidate has taught or would propose to teach; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Only complete applications, submitted by mail or electronically, will be considered. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent to: Finbarr Curtis, Search Chair, Search # 67218, Department of Literature and Philosophy, Georgia Southern University, P. O. Box 8023, Statesboro GA 30460-8023. Electronic mail: fcurtis@georgiasouthern.edu. Telephone: 912-478-0222. More information about the institution is available through http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/litphi/.
 * FYI: the teaching profile of the inside candidate (D. Pioske) seems to match the job ad pretty closely.
 * It is not a done deal with the inside candidate, though--rumor has it the insider is also looking outside the position.
 * I've known a number of "inside candidates" who did not get the job--and I've been one.  There are a whole lot of factors that can come into play that may actually make an inside candidate less likely to get a job.

Greensboro College (NC) - Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies
Greensboro College, Greensboro, North Carolina, announces a tenure-track position in Biblical Studies at the Assistant Professor level starting August 2015 in the Department of Religion and Philosophy. We seek a biblical scholar with the capacity to teach introductory and upper-level courses in both Old and New Testament. Members of the department are expected to be committed to the broad Christian mission of the school and the mentoring of religion majors in particular, many of whom seek vocations in ministry. Must have Ph.D. /Th.D. in hand by time of appointment.

Greensboro College is a private, four-year, church-related, liberal-arts institution and, in keeping with the historic United Methodist ideal of nonsectarian education, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Applications from minorities and women are especially encouraged.
 * Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2014, and continue until position is filled. Send cover letter, CV, and names and contact information for three references electronically to the Dr. Dan Malotky, Founding Dean of the School of Humanities, at dmalotky@greensboro.edu.  Candidates should also include a 400-500 word statement outlining how they envision their engagement in, and potential for professional growth at, a church-related school.  Preliminary interviews will be conducted at ETS and AAR/SBL.  For more information, visit Greensboro College at http://www.greensboro.edu/about/employment.cfm

High Point University (NC) - Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies
The Department of Religion and Philosophy at High Point University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies to begin fall 2015. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent earned doctorate. The successful candidate must have strong expertise in theological interpretation of the Hebrew Bible as well as literary and historical critical methods. The candidate is expected to have a background in Rabbinic Judaism and an informed understanding of modern Judaism. Candidate must also be familiar with Second Temple Jewish literature, deuterocanonical and pseudepigraphal, as well as the languages necessary to the study of canonical and non-canonical texts. Candidates must demonstrate a robust research agenda and a dedication and preparation to teaching undergraduate courses in the context of a liberal arts institution related to the United Methodist Church. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate school transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Ms. Shannon LeFever, slefever@highpoint.edu. Inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Christopher A. Franks, cfranks@highpoint.edu. High Point University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
 * Priority will be given to applications received by Nov. 1, 2014.
 * Also posted at Jewish Studies 2014-2015

Indiana Wesleyan University (IN) - New Testament
The School of Theology and Ministry at Indiana Wesleyan University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Biblical Literature with a specialization in New Testament. The primary focus of this position is the teaching of courses in related to the New Testament that form and equip students for a lifetime of transformational service to the global church in both professional and lay ministry settings.

Responsibilities include teaching New Testament courses in undergraduate and graduate programs (such as Introduction to the New Testament, Biblical Theology, and various book or genre focused New Testament courses), standard advising and committee work. Preference will be given to candidates who have significant ministry and teaching experience. A Ph.D. in fields related to Biblical Literature is strongly preferred. Doctoral candidates may be considered. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Preference will be given to members/clergy of The Wesleyan Church though a diversity of evangelical traditions will be considered and are invited to apply.

Successful candidates will be creative in their approach to undergraduate and graduate education and embrace a collaborative learning environment. The candidate must be a committed Christian who embraces a Christ-centered approach to liberal arts education and operates from a broadly evangelical Wesleyan theological perspective. The candidate should be able to start full time employment in the fall of 2015, pending funding.

Especially welcome are applications from those who bring diverse ethnic, racial, and international perspectives to their teaching, scholarship, and Christian faith.

Founded in 1920, Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christian academic community. A member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities, it is ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the Best in the Midwest master's universities, is listed among "America's Best College Buys," and is recognized among the top tier of the Best Christian Workplaces in the large organization category. The School of Theology and Ministry forms over 400 students for varied ministry settings and vocations and services 2900 undergraduate students' general education.
 * Interested parties should email a cover letter and vitae to Dr. Darlene Bressler care of Jennifer Vermilion ([mailto:Jennifer.Vermilion@indwes.edu Jennifer.Vermilion@indwes.edu]). Dr. Bressler serves as the Vice President and Academic Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, Indiana Wesleyan University, 4201 S. Washington Street, Marion, IN 46953
 * Deadline Not Stated (posted 10/3/14)

Oklahoma Baptist University (OK) - TT Asst. or Assoc. Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
The College of Theology and Ministry invites applications for the tenure track position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Herschel H. Hobbs College of Theology and Ministry educates and develops students by a thorough and rigorous curriculum of biblical and theological studies which includes classical disciplines such as history and philosophy. This includes preparation for Christian ministry in various settings and Cross-Cultural ministry nationally and internationally, all within the context of OBU's liberal arts curriculum.

Essential Functions:
 * Teaching courses in the field of Biblical and Theological Studies
 * Student advising as assigned
 * University committee service as assigned
 * Departmental duties as assigned

Education: Preferred: Ph.D. in a field of Biblical and Theological Studies, such as Theology or Biblical Ethics. (Some A.B.D. candidates may be considered.)

Experience:
 * Preferred: Pastoral Experience
 * Required: Higher education teaching experience

Special Requirements:
 * Commitment to the vision and mission of Oklahoma Baptist University
 * Will be an active member of a local Southern Baptist church.


 * TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a letter of application, and OBU Faculty application form: http://www.okbu.edu/businessaffairs/hr/jobs/faculty_app.pdf, vita, three current letters of recommendation, and graduate transcripts. Review will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Scan completed application along with all other requested materials to [mailto:hr@okbu.edu hr@okbu.edu].(Job posted 6/21/14)
 * THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED - 8/28/2014

Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology (WI) - Assistant Professor of New Testament
SACRED HEART SEMINARY AND SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY seeks candidates for a full-time graduate-level teaching appointment in New Testament starting August 2015. The successful candidate will possess a doctorate in Biblical Studies and be willing to occasionally teach Old Testament, Greek and/or Hebrew courses. Candidates possessing a canonical degree are highly encouraged to apply. Rank and salary will be determined on the basis of academic credentials, publication record, and teaching experience.
 * Review of applications will begin on November 7, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of interest, teaching philosophy, and curriculum vitae to [mailto:academicvp@shsst.edu academicvp@shsst.edu]. Located in a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology is a Roman Catholic graduate institution specializing in priestly formation for men of all ages with a special emphasis on seminarians over 30 years of age.

Santa Clara University (CA) - TT Asst. Prof. - Contextual Biblical Studies
The Department of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, invites applications for a full-time tenure track assistant professor position to begin Fall 2015, in Biblical Studies (Hebrew Bible or Christian Testament), with a primary research specialization in one or more of the following contextual approaches: postcolonial, feminist, African-American, Asian or Asian American, Latino/a interpretations. The candidate must demonstrate potential for success as a teaching scholar and understand and support the University's Jesuit, Catholic mission.

Located in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, Santa Clara is a private, Jesuit, Catholic university committed to promoting social justice in a comprehensive educational setting. Faculty are teaching scholars who balance a commitment to quality teaching with active programs of research and creative scholarship. Ideal candidates should therefore demonstrate not only potential for excellent undergraduate teaching, but also promise in sustained research and scholarly publication, and service to the department, College or University.

The department of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University is multidisciplinary, with over twenty full-time faculty representing a variety of fields in biblical, theological and religious studies (www.scu.edu/religiousstudies). The successful candidate will offer a range of undergraduate courses that would serve the department's participation in the University's Core Curriculum (www.scu.edu/core), our major, and the Lived Religion Collaborative (formerly known as the Local Religion Project), as well as occasional courses in our Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries (www.scu.edu/cas/pastoralministries). The candidate will teach six courses per year on the quarter system.

Applicants are invited to visit the University's website (www.scu.edu) for background on Santa Clara's mission, scope of programs and degrees offered, faculty opportunities for interdisciplinary programs and research, demographic information on the diverse student population we serve, and the integrated strategic plan, which includes as a central priority the goal of advancing contemporary theological studies, education and ministry (www.scu.edu/santaclara2020/plans/elaborated.cfm).

Start Date: 09/01/2015

Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter or personal statement that includes (a) a statement of teaching philosophy, (b) a projected research agenda, © the applicant's experience or interest in working with people of diverse cultures and identities, (d) a statement on how the applicant's research plans might foster intradepartmental and interdepartmental connections and contribute to College or university priorities, and (e) the applicant's understanding of the mission of Santa Clara as a Jesuit, Catholic university; (2) a curriculum vitae and copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; (3) sample syllabi and teaching evaluations from any courses taught; (4) an example of scholarship (e.g., a dissertation chapter or in-press or published article); and (5) three letters of recommendation (applicants will submit reference contact information only; the University will solicit the letters from references directly).

Submit all application materials through the hiring portal at https://jobs.scu.edu.
 * Required documents are due by September 8, 2014. Only files with all documents submitted by the deadline will be reviewed. To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://jobs.scu.edu

St. Thomas University (FL) - Biblical Theology
The School of Theology and Ministry at St. Thomas University seeks qualified and experienced applicants for a full-time faculty position in Biblical Theology for Fall 2015. The School of Theology and Ministry especially welcomes candidates with the ability to teach a range of courses including Biblical Theology, and whose priorities are student interaction and the desire to have an impact on their local church. Applicants are expected to have completed a Ph.D. or its equivalent in the area of Biblical Theology at the time of the appointment. The position includes full expectations of teaching, research, and service as contracted and the candidate should be able to work collaboratively and creatively with colleagues and students while supporting the robust and ever growing School of Theology and Ministrys commitment to pastoral ministries, multicultural theological challenges, inclusiveness, social justice, as well as ecumenical and interreligious collaboration.

St. Thomas University, a Catholic Archdiocesan university located in culturally rich and diverse South Florida, embraces diversity. With a notably large Hispanic community and about 25% of our students from various communities of African-descent, St. Thomas welcomes people of all faiths with a broadly representative faculty that is sensitive to interreligious, racial, and cross cultural issues.


 * Application Process: Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts (officials required upon hire), and contact information for three professional references sent to facsearch@stu.edu in MS Word or Adobe PDF format only. Review of applicants will begin September 1, 2014 and the deadline for applications will be January 9, 2015. E-Verify/EOE. Criminal background check is required.

===Texas Christian University (TX) - TT Asst. Professor, New Testament and Early Christianity=== Texas Christian University, Department of Religion, invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor in New Testament and Early Christianity to begin August 2015.

Teaching responsibilities involve 5 courses a year, including Greek, upper level undergraduate offerings in New Testament and early Christianity, and introductory Religion courses that meet TCU Core Curriculum requirements. The successful candidate will participate in the Classical Studies minor of the AddRan College of Liberal Arts and may give support to the Jewish Studies Program of Brite Divinity School/TCU.

Position Requirements: Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent in New Testament and early Christianity by August 15, 2015. Interest and competency in the religious and philosophical traditions of the Greco-Roman period and in Second Temple Judiasim will be highly desirable.

Initial applications, which must be made to https://tcu.igreentree.com/, include a letter (addressed to Dr. David Moessner, Search Committee Chair) indicating qualifications for the position and a curriculum vitae. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent by the reviewer directly to Jacqulyn Curry at j.curry@tcu.edu or at TCU Human Resources, TCU Box 298200, Fort Worth, TX 76129. TCU is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, or veteran status.

The department (http://www.rel.tcu.edu) is committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching and scholarship. Consideration of candidates will begin on October 1, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.

University of California-Davis (CA) - Religious Studies - TT Asst. Professor - Premodern Judaism
The Department of Religious Studies at the University of California, Davis invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Premodern Judaism, from the postbiblical to late medieval period effective July 1, 2015. Research specialization within this area is open, and may include areas such as Second Temple Judaism, the formation of rabbinic literature, Judaism in the later Roman or Sasanian world, the reception of the Hebrew Bible in ancient and medieval Judaism, Judaism in medieval Europe and the medieval Mediterranean. Candidates with an interest in interdisciplinary work in areas already represented in the UC Davis program will be preferred. The successful candidate will be able to teach undergraduate courses in the Hebrew Bible and its reception, the history of Judaism, and Religious Studies broadly conceived, as well as specialized courses in premodern Judaism at the advanced undergraduate and graduate level. A Ph.D. in Religious Studies or related field must be in hand by the first day of classes, September 21, 2015. Preliminary interviews will be held at the Annual meeting of the American Academy of Religion in San Diego, CA on November 22-25, 2014 and the Association for Jewish Studies in Baltimore, MD on December 14-16, 2014. The position will remain open until filled.


 * For full consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2014. Applications can be submitted at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF00361
 * Also posted at Jewish Studies 2014-2015 and Religious Studies 2014-2015

University of Chicago (IL) - Open Rank Professor - New Testament and Early Christian Literature
The University of Chicago Divinity School seeks to make an appointment in New Testament and Early Christian Literature. Rank and salary are open.

The successful candidate should have a deep knowledge of early Christian literature, both the texts that became the canonical New Testament and other writings of the first few centuries; exceptional philological abilities in classical and koine Greek and other languages relevant to the study of early Christianity (e.g., Hebrew, Aramaic, Syriac, Latin, Coptic); and literary and historical finesse. The candidate should have an informed understanding of the wider Graeco-Roman world, including Second Temple Judaisms. She or he should have a cogent and compelling research agenda, and ability to teach a range of courses in New Testament and ancient Christianity. Candidates should be able to contribute to the disciplined conversations that constitute the academic study of religion, as situated within the wider intellectual conversation of the University.

The Divinity School is the graduate professional school for the academic study of religion at the University of Chicago, a private research university. Faculty in the School teach and advise Ph.D. students in 11 different areas of study, and masters level students in M.A. and M.Div. programs, offering courses at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels. Many faculty hold associate appointments in other departments and schools of the University; such associations are encouraged. A normal teaching load is 4 courses per year on a quarter system; in most cases that leaves one quarter open for research in residence (in addition to summers free for scholarship).


 * Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of candidates will commence on October 1, 2014. Application should be made online, at http://tinyurl.com/oj7wbnm All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability.
 * I do not see a way to submit letters of reference via that link, nor are they mentioned in the job description.
 * I assumed that this meant that the committee will solicit letters only if/when they decide to pursue certain candidates.

University of Notre Dame (IN) - TT Asst. Professor of New Testament
The Department of Theology at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a position in New Testament with appointment to begin in August of 2015. Area of specialization is open; rank is assistant professor.

The successful candidates will be sympathetic to the mission of the University of Notre Dame, which seeks a distinctive educational and scholarly excellence founded on its Catholic identity. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from women and members of under-represented ethnic groups. The University particularly seeks candidates who demonstrate excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Information about Notre Dame is available at http://www.nd.edu. Please submit by email attachment a letter of application and CV to Professor J. Matthew Ashley, Chair, Department of Theology, at theodept@nd.edu. Three letters of recommendation should be sent independently to the same email address, with hard copies to follow sent to Department of Theology, 130 Malloy Hall, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame IN 46556.
 * Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Does anyone know if this job entails working with graduate students in addition to teaching at the undergraduate level?
 * Not applying for this job (or this area, for that matter) and I have no idea about this particular position, but I generally assume that unless it's explicitly stated otherwise, if a position is at an institution with graduate students, they will assume you will be working with graduate students.
 * ^classic academic way of saying "I don't know".
 * does anybody know why this job no longer shows up on the SBL list?
 * because they didn't pay for the ad to renew. from a friend of mine who works there, the search committee only formed a week ago.

University of Oklahoma (OK) - New Testament/Early Christianity and Theories and Methods in Religious Studies
The University of Oklahoma announces a tenure-track position for Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, with a 2/2 teaching load, beginning August 16, 2015. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses in the New Testament and early Christianity that complement the specializations of our current faculty, and will show promise of both scholarly and pedagogical excellence. Ability to teach courses on gender and religion, theory and methods is highly desirable. A completed doctorate or strong evidence of timely completion by the date of appointment is required. The position will be housed in the rapidly expanding interdisciplinary Religious Studies program.


 * Screening begins November 1, 2014, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. Salary is competitive. Applications should include a cover letter, cv, graduate school transcript(s), statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. Application materials should be delivered online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4782.
 * Also posted at Religious Studies 2014-2015

Wheaton College (IL) - Blanchard Chair of Old Testament
Wheaton College seeks candidates for a Blanchard Chair of Old Testament. This position is a full time, tenure-track appointment to begin in August 2015. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., evidence of outstanding teaching and a distinguished record of research and scholarship in Old Testament studies. The position involves mentoring doctoral students, teaching doctoral seminars and playing a leading role in the master's program in biblical exegesis. Teaching load involves 12 semester hours per year.

Send letter of interest and curriculum vitae to: Judi Nychay, Blanchard Chair of Old Testament Search Committee, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL 60187-5593 or via email to: [mailto:blanchardotsearch@wheaton.edu blanchardotsearch@wheaton.edu]  Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts college whose faculty and staff affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to the lifestyle expectations of the Wheaton College Community Covenant. The College complies with federal and state guidelines for nondiscrimination in employment. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Read more about Wheaton College and its programs at http://www.wheaton.edu. Applications will be mailed to promising candidates.
 * Application deadline: September 30, 2014.

Whitworth University (WA) - TT Asst. Professor of Biblical Studies
College of Arts and Sciences

Tenure Track

Start Date: July 1, 2015

Whitworth's Theology Department excels in introducing students to the Christian faith. The curriculum includes courses in a wide variety of subjects, including biblical languages, biblical studies, Christian theology, church history, theological ethics, Christian spirituality, world religions, and philosophy of religion. The department also offers an MA in Theology and a Certification for Ministry track, which prepare students for vocational ministry. Faculty members in the department have earned a reputation for being excellent teachers, mentors, scholars, and servants of the church. Theology majors pursue a wide variety of vocational options in addition to traditional ministry in the church and para-church organizations. For a further description of the Theology Department and the work of its faculty, please see http://www.whitworth.edu/Academic/Department/Theology/index.aspx.

We are seeking an active biblical scholar who is passionate about teaching the Christian Scriptures and mentoring students of all backgrounds. The candidate should be excited to commit to Whitworth's distinctive mind and heart mission as a Reformed, evangelical, and ecumenical university. The area of specialization is open (within Old Testament or New Testament), but applicants must demonstrate the ability also to teach biblical theology more broadly and to connect their biblical scholarship to the life of the church. For a truly exceptional candidate, approval to hire at the level of Associate Professor may be sought.

Responsibilities and duties: Teach seven courses a year, concentrating on biblical studies and biblical theology; serve as mentor and advisor to students; engage in research and writing in biblical studies and related fields; participate in departmental activities and governance, professional activities, and faculty assemblies, development days, retreats, and committees; contribute expertise in biblical studies to the wider campus and church community.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: Ph.D. or equivalent in biblical studies by August 2015.Evidence of the potential for teaching excellence at the university level. Evidence of the potential to make a scholarly contribution to either Old Testament or New Testament studies. A personal commitment to the Christian faith, to the integration of faith and learning, to the flourishing of both global and local church, and to service to the Christian community. Must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States by the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue to work legally for the duration of appointment. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communications across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to race, gender, physical limitations, class or religious perspectives. A commitment to equal opportunity for all persons. A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.

Background check and education verification required

APPLICATION PROCESS: The following documents are required to complete the online application form at http://www.whitworth.edu/jobs
 * 1. A letter of interest.
 * 2. Your curriculum vitae.
 * 3. A list of names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references; two of these must be academic references, one may be a pastor or someone who is able to speak to your ability to connect your scholarship to the life of the church, to introduce students to the Christian faith and to mentor students of all backgrounds.
 * 4. Your graduate and undergraduate transcripts (may be unofficial).
 * 5. Three recent student course evaluations or a note explaining why they are not available.
 * 6. A short personal essay characterizing your Christian faith. For expanded guidelines, please see http://www.whitworth.edu/facultyfaithessay

For more information please contact Dr. Jonathan Moo (jmoo@whitworth.edu)


 * Application review begins October 1, 2014. The position will remain open and applications will be reviewed until filled, but applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by October to ensure full consideration. We anticipate conducting interviews at the annual meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature / American Academy of Religion in San Diego in November. Campus interviews are anticipated for early December 2014.
 * This is virtually identical to the advert 2 yrs ago when they hired Will Kynes (Chronicles expert). What's the deal? He leave, or department growth? What specialty do they really want?
 * He is still there. They are replacing a second retiring professor.
 * Two years ago they were hiring in either OT or NT, anticipating a subsequent hire in the other field later. This is it.
 * If that is the case, and if they hired an OT person last time, why is this not advertised as an NT position rather than either OT or NT?  I find it annoying when schools have something specific they are looking for but advertise it as open specialization.

Discussion

 * I have been following the Biblical Studies job market for about a decade.  This is the worst year I have ever seen in Hebrew Bible.  Unfortunately, it is hard to imagine how more than a handful of the people getting their Ph.D.'s in HB now or in subsequent years will ever find full-time positions.  Programs are going to have to stop admiitting people.  It's just not ethical.
 * Yup.  Too bad I didn't know this seven years ago, when it could have made a difference in my life.
 * Not ethical? Nobody promised us a job on the other end, and nobody coerced us into the program. Does it absolutely suck to be unemployed/unemployable right after graduating from a top tier school? Yes, but it's our own fault and not a matter of any schools ethics. If we are victims, we are our own victims.
 * I'd say the ethicality of these graduate programs depends on how accurate a picture they give to prospective/newly admitted students.  To admit students and conveniently fail to mention that only 20% of recent graduates have found permanent/tenure-track positions could be considered a sin of omission.  One could also say that programs ought to admit fewer students to help thin out the market, but from what I can tell most of the top tiers don't admit more than 2-4 students in a given area each year.