What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Theology position at Concordia University - Irvine Ca?
Christ College at Concordia University Irvine invites applications for a full-time faculty member in historical theology at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor beginning December 1, 2024 or July 1, 2025. The faculty member will teach undergraduate theology courses in Concordia's Enduring Questions and Ideas Curriculum as well as upper division and/or graduate courses in historical theology. The faculty member will also engage in theological scholarship, provide service to the university, and represent the Lutheran theological tradition within the university community. Candidates should hold an earned doctorate in a field directly related to historical theology; candidates who are ABD may be considered. The strongest candidates will be those who can teach American church history and contribute to other departmental teaching needs, especially professional ethics. The ability and willingness to carry out part-time administrative roles is also desired.
Qualifications: Only candidates who are currently ordained ministers in The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, or will be eligible for ordination by the time of the appointment, will be considered for this position. This position requires Synodical prior approval per bylaw 3.10.6.9.2 (2023 LCMS Handbook).
Appointment: This position is a full-time position on the university's Turtle Rock Campus in Irvine, CA. Occasional online and/or summer teaching may be required. The faculty member is expected to participate fully in the life of the university, including chapel, university committees and service, and informal collegial conversations.
Application Requirements: Applicants should submit
- An interactive application or a printable application to the CUI HR employment website.
- 1-2 page letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Transcript showing highest earned degree
- Names of three professional references
Review of application materials begins immediately and continues until the position is funded and filled. Concordia University Irvine, California is a Lutheran co-ed, residential liberal arts university serving over 4,300 students, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in over forty fields of study. Please visit Concordia's website atwww.cui.edufor additional information.
Salary : $66,560 - $105,000
