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Brigham Young University seeks an adjunct teaching candidate for Ancient Scripture covering Book of Mormon Rel A 121, 122, or 275. The role requires relocation or residence in Utah for the duration of employment and starts January 6, 2027.
The candidate should hold an MA degree and may teach Day, Evening, and BYU Online classes. BYU emphasizes mission alignment and compliance with its Honor Code and university policies; prior CES Religious Education teaching is preferred.
Posting End Date:October 15, 2026
NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 11:59pm (MT)
Position Start Date: January 6, 2027
Required Degree: MA degree. The required degree must be completed by the start date. Experience: CES Religious Education teaching experience preferred (Seminaries and Institutes, BYUI, BYUH, BYU).
Duties/Expectations: Teach Book of Mormon (Rel A 121, 122, or 275). May teach Day, Evening, and/or BYU Online classes.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.
BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions:
BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.