Visiting Assistant Professor (Theology/Ethics) - Full Time

Gustavus Adolphus College; Minnesota; On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor in Theology/Ethics for a full-time, one-year position. This role involves teaching a variety of courses, including Christian Theologies and Religion & Ecology, while fostering an inclusive community that supports diverse backgrounds. The college offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and a tuition benefit plan. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to equipping students for purposeful lives and addressing contemporary challenges.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Exercise Classes

Use of Library and Athletic Facilities

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan Contribution

Tuition Benefit Plan

Qualifications

• PhD in religion or theology required; ABD candidates considered.
• Evidence of effective teaching and commitment to diverse students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 6 course sections over the academic year, including Christian Theologies.
• Help cultivate a welcoming community for all students.

Skills

Teaching Effectiveness

Commitment to Diversity

Philosophy of Teaching

Education

PhD in Religion or Theology

ABD Status

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor (Theology/Ethics) - Full Time Religion

Openings: 1

Description

Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full-time one-year position of Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion to begin August 15, 2025.

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Gustavus will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Gustavus is not an e-verify institution.

Prerequisites

What’s required:

• PhD in religion or theology (or a related field); we will consider candidates who have achieved ABD status

What’s preferred:

• Evidence of effectiveness in teaching
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate students
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and identities

Things you will do:

• Teach 6 course sections over the academic year. Typically, 3 in the Fall and 3 in the Spring. Two of the sections in Fall and/or Spring may be the same course. Primary teaching responsibilities will include Christian Theologies, Religion & Ecology, and Sources & Methods in the Study of Religion. There is the possibility of teaching an upper-level course in the candidate’s area of specialization in the spring semester.
• Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow.

Things you can choose to do:

• Improve your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus.
• Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College’s membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

How to apply:

To apply, visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs/ and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following:

• Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications
• A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy
• Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable)
• The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; finalists may be asked to submit syllabi or student evaluations as needed. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Things you might like:

Based on data from AAUP (American Association of University Professors) and CUPA (College and University Professional Association), we offer a competitive starting salary range of $45,050 to $51,000 for a 9-month academic year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience, training, certifications/licensure, market factors, departmental budgets, and responsibility. In addition, Gustavus provides comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and financial well-being, including:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave (after one year of employment)
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse

Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation’s leading private liberal arts colleges serving 1,800 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/ .

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Department Information: The Gustavus Religion Department educates students in religious studies and theology. In addition to the religion major and minor, we offer a minor in religious diversity in professional life. Most of our lower-division courses fulfill the college’s graduation requirement in religious studies and philosophy, and we contribute courses to a number of interdisciplinary programs, including environmental studies; gender, women, and sexuality studies; and peace, justice, and conflict studies. For more information, go to https://gustavus.edu/religion/ .