Practical Theology Faculty

American Academy of Religion and Society of Biblical Literature; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Roberts Wesleyan University's School of Theology and Northeastern Seminary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Practical Theology. Located on our Rochester, NY campus, the role emphasizes online instruction in master's and DMin programs, with some undergraduate teaching, and requires relocation to Rochester.

Qualifications include a PhD in Practical Theology (late-stage ABD considered), demonstrated excellence in online teaching, and a commitment to integrating

Qualifications

• PhD in Practical Theology or late-stage ABD with strong teaching credentials.
• Experience delivering online instruction and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teaching primarily online across master’s and DMin programs, with some undergraduate courses.
• Administrative duties related to growth of the school and seminar, student advising, and service on faculty committees.

Skills

Online teaching

Teaching

Collaborative

Education

PhD in Practical Theology

ABD considered (late-stage)

Job description

School of Theology and Northeastern Seminary

Full-Time Faculty Position (open rank)

Located on our park-like campus in Rochester, New York, the School of Theology and Northeastern Seminary at Roberts Wesleyan University invites applications for a full-time (10-month), tenure-track faculty position in Practical Theology. The university offers the advantages of a suburban setting within a vibrant metropolitan area.

The primary teaching load will focus on online instruction in master’s and DMin programs, with some teaching at the undergraduate level. Primary areas of competence should include practical theology, preaching, worship, or pastoral care. Although the teaching load primarily focuses on online instruction, this position requires relocation to Rochester, NY.

About Roberts Wesleyan University

Roberts Wesleyan University is a comprehensive, Christ-centered institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church. Established in 1866 by Free Methodist founder Benjamin Titus Roberts, the university is consistently recognized for academic quality and value, integrating faith and learning across undergraduate and graduate disciplines.

Serving over 1,700 undergraduate and graduate students, Roberts offers over 60 undergraduate programs and 5 bachelor's completion programs, alongside a portfolio of 22 master's and doctoral programs—including our first doctoral program launched in 2016. The university also provides 26 online programs with hybrid options, supported by a personalized 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, robust experiential learning, and the region's only NCAA Division II athletics program.

Grounded in a rich 150-plus-year legacy, Roberts integrates a Christian worldview into rigorous academics, equipping graduates to lead with competence and character across non-profit, corporate, and civic sectors. Affirms our belief that all people are created in the image of God (imago Dei), Roberts values individual dignity and is committed to providing a supportive environment that promotes mutual respect and equal opportunity.

Northeastern Seminary is committed to flexible and accessible theological pathways primarily for adult students. The Seminary, which currently enrolls approximately 200 students, oversees three grants awarded by the Lilly Endowment, providing ample opportunities for faculty development, scholarship, and ministry creativity.

Working at Roberts

At Roberts Wesleyan University, your vocation is a calling to model and cultivate a Christ-centered life. As you equip students to pursue faithful, full, and free lives, you are supported in your own ongoing spiritual, intellectual, and professional growth among a community rooted in Christ. Every role at Roberts is part of our shared ministry. As you live faithful, full, and free lives, you embody the University’s promise to its students. Working at Roberts is an invitation to lifelong spiritual development, where serving in community hones your character and your calling. We engage in humble discourse, collaborative mentorship, and reciprocal learning, through which we LEARN to LIVE together, leading students while growing alongside colleagues.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of all faculty at Roberts Wesleyan University is teaching. The university values effective faculty performance across four essential dimensions: classroom teaching, service, profession-related activity, and scholarship. Additional duties include administrative tasks related to the growth of the school and seminary, student advising, and work on faculty committees.

Qualifications

• A PhD or comparable degree in Practical Theology is expected, though outstanding late-stage ABD applications will be considered.
• Demonstrated competence in the classroom, including online instruction.
• Commitment to a vocation of teaching and scholarship on behalf of the church.
• Collaborative spirit, sustainable spiritual formation practices, and a humble attitude to the life of faith.
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to the integration of Christian faith and professional practice and a willingness to support the University’s Christian mission and identity.

The approved salary range for this position is $55,000 - $68,000. Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.

Applications will be accepted until November 6, 2026.

Roberts Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.