Theology Professor: OT/NT, Doctrine & Apologetics

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

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.