Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Theology (Specialty Open)

Concordia University, Nebraska; Seward (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Concordia University, Nebraska, located in Seward, invites applicants for a full-time faculty position in Theology with a specialization open. The department seeks an ordained Lutheran minister in good standing for the 2027/28 academic year, with teaching across Old Testament, New Testament, Lutheran doctrine, and electives in related areas.

Start date July/August 2027. Strong scholarship and service to the university and church are expected.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. preferred; candidates with dissertation in progress may be considered.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching, preferably at the community college or university level.
• Minister of Religion ordained and in good standing with LC-MS roster.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes in all areas of Biblical studies and Theology.
• Teach upper-level electives in area of expertise.
• Engage in departmental planning, course and program assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and recruitment.
• Remain current in areas of teaching responsibilities.
• Provide service to the university and the church.
• Pursue scholarly and academic research activities.
• Participate in campus activities and serve on committees.
• Support the mission and vision of Concordia University, Nebraska.
• Carry out other faculty duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Excellent presentation skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Student mentoring

Education

Ph.D. preferred; candidates in dissertation stage considered

Tools

Blackboard

Banner

Databases

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR PROFESSOR OF THEOLOGY (SPECIALTY OPEN)

College of Arts and Sciences-

Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teaches, and confesses that the Holy Scriptures are the inspired, inerrant, and infallible Word of God. As people called by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel to saving faith in Christ Jesus, the Word of God guides all we do in leading, teaching, and learning. Concordia equips students for lives of learning, service, and leadership in the home, church, and world.

Come and belong…join our team of passionate service leaders!

Concordia University is needing an Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Theology who wants to be a part of this mission. The main campus (and this role) is located in Seward, Nebraska. If you thrive in a Christian atmosphere and community-driven environment, you will enjoy Concordia University's community feel. If you want to learn more about Concordia University, Nebraska, please visit www.cune.edu.

Position Purpose:

The Department of Theology, Philosophy and Biblical Languages is seeking a full-time faculty position to begin service for the 2027/28 academic year. This professor will teach survey-level courses in Old Testament, New Testament and Lutheran doctrine as well as upper-level courses in his area of expertise (Apologetics, Systematics, Philosophy, Church History, New Testament, Old Testament, etc.). The candidate must be a minister of religion – ordained and in good standing on the roster of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. This is a full-time position with full-time benefits package. Must be 19 years or older to apply. The preferred start date of this faculty position is July/August 2027 at the beginning of the 2027-28 Academic Year.

Responsibilities:

• Teach classes in all areas of Biblical studies and Theology.
• Teach upper-level electives in area of expertise.
• Engage in departmental planning, course and program assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and assistance with student recruitment.
• Remain current in areas of teaching responsibilities.
• Provide service to the university and the church.
• Pursue scholarly and academic research activities.
• Participate in campus activities and serve on faculty and institutional committees, as assigned.
• Enthusiastically embrace the mission and vision of Concordia University, Nebraska.
• Other faculty duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education-

• Ph.D. preferred; Ph.D. candidates with dissertation in process may be considered.

Experience-

Appropriate successful experience in the workplace or in a classroom that will lead to successful university-level teaching and mentoring in an acceptable subset of the following areas:

• Evidence of excellence in teaching, preferably at the community college or university level.
• Desire to develop professional relationships with students in which the faculty member is seen as an instructor, mentor, and advisor.
• Minister of Religion ordained and in good standing on the roster of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod required.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.

Proficiencies-

• Proficient in the use of technology, software applications including Blackboard, Banner, and related applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing necessary for teaching.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks on sometimes short deadlines.

Special Position Requirements:

• Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, assessment, best teaching, and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
• Able to communicate professionally with a diverse constituency both on and off campus.
• Committed to an environment of encouragement, teamwork, and excellence within a Christian University.
• Responsible for creating an environment that is consistent with the values of the University and fosters the development of students. This environment is one that is designed to build a positive character and foster Christian faith formation.
• Demonstrate character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality.
• Able to work within a culture of teamwork with emotional stability and positive words/actions.
• Be professional and courteous in dealing with students, families, faculty and staff, and the general public.
• Values and beliefs aligned with The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
• Ability to travel, including overnight and weekend events, as needed.
• Ability to maintain driver's certification for University provided vehicles and University-related travel.
• Must follow security policies that correspond to the level of sensitivity of the data they handle.
• Should promptly report any security concerns or incidents to designated personnel.
• Maintain security and patching of personal devices connected to the institutional email.
• Maintain high standards for institutional, staff, faculty, employee, and financial data used for business operations.