Tenure-Track Professor of New Testament

Luther Sem; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Luther Seminary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position in New Testament beginning July 1, 2027. Rank is open (assistant or associate preferred) and commensurate with experience.

The candidate should be ordained or in ordained-ministry tracks in the ELCA or LWF member churches. The position involves teaching NT courses across various programs, engaging in research, and contributing to the seminary's ecumenical and confessional mission within a collaborative

Qualifications

• PhD or ThD (or ABD) in New Testament or related field.
• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship.
• Interest in Lutheran confessional witness and ecumenical openness.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of New Testament courses across MDiv, MA, ThM, PhD, and certificates.
• Deliver courses in in-person, online, and hybrid formats with effective online pedagogy.
• Pursue an active research and writing agenda and advise students in vocational preparation.
• Participate in shared governance and contribute to the community life of the faculty.

Skills

Teaching excellence

New Testament expertise

Online teaching

Education

PhD/ThD or ABD

Job description

Luther Seminary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position in New Testament beginning July 1, 2027. Rank is open (assistant or associate preferred) and commensurate with experience.

The candidate should be ordained or in ordained-ministry tracks in the ELCA or LWF member churches. The position involves teaching NT courses across various programs, engaging in research, and contributing to the seminary's ecumenical and confessional mission within a collaborative