Assistant/Associate Professor of Theology

Oral Roberts University; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oral Roberts University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of Theology to teach graduate-level courses in theological and historical studies for masters and doctoral programs. The role includes service on faculty committees, meeting attendance, and student advisement.

The position requires a PhD in Theology or related field, plus several years of higher education and ministry experience. Strong mentoring, communication, and leadership skills are desired.

Qualifications

• PhD in Theology or related field required.
• Five years of experience in higher education preferred.
• Five years of ministry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses for graduate students
• Prepares lectures and active learning experiences
• Engages in in-course assessment activities
• Compiles syllabi and bibliographies of specialized reading materials
• Creates, administers, and grades examinations and other assignments with appropriate rubrics
• Provides academic advisement for assigned students and participates in faculty meetings

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Team player

Active listening

Microsoft Office

Education

PhD in Theology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Theology

Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!

JOB DESCRIPTION

- FULL TIME

This position involves preparing and teaching graduate level courses related to theological and historical studies to students pursuing masters and/or doctoral degrees. The position also requires involvement on faculty committees, attendance at faculty meetings, and advising of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts courses for graduate students

• Teaches courses related to theological and historical studies
• Prepares lectures and active learning experiences
• Engages in in-course assessment activities
• Compiles syllabi and bibliographies of specialized reading materials
• Creates, administers, and grades examinations and other assignments, with the use of appropriate assessment rubrics.

Faculty Service

• Provides academic advisement for assigned advisees
• Serves on select faculty committees
• Participates in faculty departmental, college, and university meetings

Professional Functions

• Maintains an active participation in professional organizations
• Contributes to the profession through ongoing research, presentations, and involvement

REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• PhD in Theology or related field
• Five years of experience in higher education
• Five years of ministry experience preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Mature interpersonal skills required, especially in the EQ domains of self-awareness and self-management
• Mentoring and administrative skills desired
• Team player, open to feedback, good communication skills, especially active listening
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Critical thinking, problem solving, strong work ethic, professionalism, leadership
• Must have the ability to effectively deal with persons from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Maintains compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.