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May 2011 Archives DUKE DIVINITY SCHOOL, Dean (05/31/11) Duke University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Divinity School. The University seeks for its next Dean an intellectual leader who has a demonstrated commitment to scholarship and theological education for Christian ministry, an ability to articulate and implement a strategic plan consistent with the University’s overall strategic plan, the capacity to work collaboratively and creatively with faculty and administrative colleagues within the School as well as across the University, and the potential to be effective in fundraising and generating other kinds of supportive relationships. Especially the Dean mu... more UNITING CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA SYNOD OF VICTORIA & TASMANIA, Professor of Old Testament (05/30/11) UNITING CHURCH THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE CENTRE FOR THEOLOGY AND MINISTRY SYNOD OF VICTORIA AND TASMANIA Applications are invited for the position of PROFESSOR OF OLD TESTAMENT at the Uniting Church Theological College Melbourne The appointee will teach in the field of Old Testament Studies, enabling students of the Theological College and the United Faculty of Theology (an ecumenical Recognised Teaching Institution of the Melbourne College of Divinity) to explore the Old Testament, develop their knowledge and skill for interpreting its texts and to integrate their learning into their theology, preaching, teaching and pr... more UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE CHATTANOOGA, Lecturer in Religious Studies (05/30/11) THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT CHATTANOOGA COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION Position Announcement: Lecturer in Religious Studies The Department of Philosophy and Religion of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga invites applications for a lecturer position in religious studies, with specialty in biblical studies, to begin August 1, 2011 with a possibility of renewal. An MA is required, although preference will be given to those with a doctorate degree in hand. Teaching experience is highly desirable. Please send a letter of application outlining teaching experience and research interests, transc... more UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH, Lecturer in New Testament and Christian Origins (05/18/11) We are seeking an outstanding researcher/lecturer to join the Biblical Studies subject area in the School of Divinity. The candidate can be a specialist in any area of NT study, but applicants whose field is Pauline studies or the use of the Old Testament in the New are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to engage actively in research, teaching and administration and play a full part in the collegiate life of the Biblical Studies subject area and the School of Divinity. Candidates are expected to have a relevant doctoral degree, and to have demonstrable achievements in research, publication, a... more HOPE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Ministry and Biblical Studies Faculty position (05/16/11) Hope International University is now accepting applications for a full-time Ministry and Biblical Studies position at the level of Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor. Primary responsibilities will be teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels in the classroom and online environments and additional administrative responsibilities in the University’s Online Undergraduate Ministry Program, including the University’s School of Advanced Leadership Training (SALT) program. Requirements: Candidates must have an affiliation with the Restoration Movement Christian Churches/Church of Christ and an earned PhD with an em... more SAINT PAUL SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY AT OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY, Visiting Faculty in Native American Studies in Church and Society (05/16/11) Saint Paul School of Theology at Oklahoma City University invites applications for a two-year visiting faculty appointment in Native American Studies in Church and Society. The successful candidate will teach four courses each year, including a course in Native American Religious Traditions. Additional responsibilities involve assisting the seminary with the development of a program in Native American Studies in Church and Society. Expertise in Native American Studies required. Rank and theological discipline open. Ph.D. preferred; D.Min. or other advanced degrees considered. American Indian or Native Alaskan individuals a... more SOUTHEASTERN BIBLE COLLEGE, Philosophy Faculty Position (05/16/11) POSITION OVERVIEW The Department of Arts & Sciences at Southeastern Bible College invites applications for the full-time faculty position in Philosophy. The position will start August 1, 2011. Rank and salary will be determined by qualifications and experience. Southeastern Bible College is a four-year, coeducational, private Christian college that is denominationally unaffiliated and accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education. The mission of the College is to produce graduates who are biblically grounded, spiritually mature, and culturally relevant. Please visit www.sebc.edu for information about the Co... more KING'S COLLEGE LONDON, Part Time Fixed Term Lecturer in Old Testament/Hebrew BIble (0.5 FTE) (05/09/11) Part Time Fixed Term Lecturer in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible (0.5 FTE) Department of Theology and Religious Studies, School of Arts & Humanities King’s College London King's College London seeks a 0.5 FTE Lecturer in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible to join a cutting-edge and highly motivated team in Biblical Studies with effect from 1 September 2011 until 31st August 2014. The successful candidate will teach two undergraduate courses in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible and also one MA course. In addition, s/he will contribute to team-taught MA courses in Biblical Studies in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies and in Bibl... more GRAND RAPIDS THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY OF CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITY, Old Testament Studies (05/06/11) FACULTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES Grand Rapids Theological Seminary of Cornerstone University, a growing evangelical institution, invites applications and nominations of distinguished candidates for a tenure-track position in Old Testament Studies. The successful candidate will commence responsibilities in September 2012. Faculty rank and salary base are dependent upon educational and professional qualifications and experience. Qualifications: Candidates shall possess a research doctorate in Old Testament Studies, a Master of Divinity or related Master of Arts degree, teaching experience at ... more DEPT. OF PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION, APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY, Adjunct Lecturer of Religion (04/22/11) The Department of Philosophy and Religion at Appalachian State University invites applications for a 4/4 non-tenure track, nine-month, yearly-renewable position at the level of Adjunct Lecturer, beginning Fall 2011, contingent on funding, teaching New Testament and Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with World Religions as a secondary teaching area. Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered. Applicants will be expected to teach from literary, historical, and religious-studies perspectives. The department offers BA degrees in Philosophy and in Religion. More information may be found at: http://www.philrel.appstate.edu/. Appalachian State University is a... more FRESNO PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, Faculty in Biblical and Religious Studies (04/21/11) DESCRIPTION The Biblical and Religious Studies program seeks to provide students with opportunities to understand, delight in and witness to the Scriptures as normative for faith and life, in conversation with the Anabaptist-Mennonite tradition, the larger Christian church, and the world. It seeks to instill a sense of and appreciation for the breadth of the Kingdom of God, with its great diversity of background, points of view, and religious affiliations, as well as awareness of and appreciation for the multiplicity of viable ministries in today’s world, all in the interest of helping to liberate students from provincial attitudes and stanc... more PROVIDENCE THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Teacher of Theology and Ethics (04/19/11) Providence Seminary invites applications for a full-time teaching position in Theology and Ethics, which begins August 2011. Providence, a school of about 175 students, is fully accredited by ATS. In addition to teaching 7 courses per year, faculty supervise masters theses and an occasional dissertation in the Doctor of Ministry Program. The successful candidate will have an appropriate doctoral degree, a demonstrated commitment to service in the local church, and a willingness to serve as a team member on a faculty committed to the tasks of theological education and ministerial training. Faculty members at Providence Theolo... more BELFAST BIBLE COLLEGE, Lecturer in Systematic & Philosophical Theology (04/14/11) LECTURER IN SYSTEMATIC AND PHILOSOPHICAL THEOLOGY Due to recent expansion the College is seeking to appoint a full-time Lecturer in Systematic and Philosophical Theology. o Closing date for applications: Tuesday 3rd May 2011 at 12 noon o Interview date: Thursday 26th May 2011 We reserve the right to enhance the criteria. Job Description • To teach, research and write in the area of systematic and philosophical theology. • To develop and contribute to the development of the educational programmes of the College. • To play an active part in the worship and spiritual life of the College community. Perso... more BIOLA UNIVERSITY-TALBOT SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY, Assistant Professor of Biblical & Theological Studies (04/14/11) Assistant Professor of Biblical & Theological Studies, Talbot School of Theology. Biola University announces a full-time, tenure track faculty position in the undergraduate department of Biblical & Theological Studies beginning as early as Spring 2012. The successful candidate will begin at the rank of Assistant Professor. Responsibilities: • Teaching courses at the undergraduate level. • Advising and mentoring students. • Serving as a faculty team member on department and university committees. • Continuing with research and publication projects. • Participating in other professorial duties. Qualifications : • Ph.D... more MURDOCH UNIVERSITY, Lecturer in New Testament (04/14/11) Murdoch University is one of Australia’s leading universities with a strong focus on high quality teaching, research and scholarship. It is a young, growing university with a current enrolment of around 18,000 students. The School of Social Sciences and Humanities at Murdoch University in conjunction with the Anglican Diocese of Perth is looking to appoint a Lecturer (Level B) in New Testament to commence in January 2012. Theology is taught at Murdoch University on the basis of a partnership between the University and the Perth College of Divinity Inc., which consists of members from the tertiary faculties of the Anglican, Catholic and ... more BOSWORTH MEMORIAL LIBRARY, LEXINGTON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Interim Library Director (04/11/11) Bosworth Memorial Library, Lexington Theological Seminary, Lexington, KY Introduction Lexington Theological Seminary is a mainline Protestant, ecumenical seminary affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The Seminary has been a traditional, campus-based institution since 1865. In the fall of 2010, a new curriculum design was implemented and two-thirds of its classes are now conducted online. Bosworth Memorial Library has over 125,000 volumes in its monographic collection and over 63,000 volumes in its journal collection. Position Summary The Interim Library Director is a full time two year con... more CONCORDIA SEMINARY, Director of Library Services (04/11/11) Director of Library Services Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO Concordia Seminary, St. Louis is seeking qualified applicants for a full time Director of Library Services. The Seminary serves students and pastors of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod as well as general academic community, and equips individuals for ministry in the LCMS. It offers M.Div., STM, MA in Deaconess Studies, M.A., Ph.D. and D.Min degrees. Summary of Key Duties: Person will report directly to VP for Academic Affairs and will assume full responsibility for the operation of a fully functional theological library for resident, commuter and... more INDIANA UNIVERSITY, DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES, Hebrew Bible/ancient Judaism (04/07/11) INDIANA UNIVERSITY, Bloomington, Department of Religious Studies, invites applications for a one-year visiting lecturer position in Hebrew Bible and ancient Judaism for 2011-12. Applicants must be at least ABD and able to teach an introductory level course on “Introduction to the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament” and intermediate and advanced courses in Hebrew Bible and Second Temple Judaism. The Search Committee will begin reading applications on May 1, 2011. Applicants should send a cover letter, c.v., and two letters of recommendation to Professor David Brakke, Chair, Department of Religious Studies, either in paper at Sycamore Hall 230, Indiana... more UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC, University Multifaith Chaplain (04/05/11) University of the Pacific is seeking a Multi-Faith Chaplain who will contribute to the academic mission of the University by encouraging, creating and facilitating opportunities for dialogue and learning related to the moral, ethical, and spiritual dimensions of personal development and university life. This position raises awareness of and works collaboratively to develop university community responses to social justice, spiritual and religious concerns. Experience in ministry working with youth or young adults, an advanced degree and professional certification or equivalent combination of experience, education and training. Familiarit... more LANCASTER THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, President (03/08/11) The Board of Trustees of Lancaster Theological Seminary (LTS) invites applications for the position of president. The successful candidate will be a person of faith and integrity with the capacity to articulate and enhance the seminary’s mission, values, and vision; generate and manage resources to meet the seminary’s needs; enhance the sense of community on campus; and be a visible presence within the wider community. Building upon the school’s roots in the German Reformed tradition, and now the United Church of Christ (UCC), LTS is committed to diversity in all aspects of institutional life. The seminary serves a broad ecumenical consti... more AUSTIN PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Technical Services Librarian (03/07/11) Technical Services Librarian Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Austin, TX (posted 3/1/11) Introduction: Austin Seminary is a graduate-level professional school of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) offering the Master of Arts (Theological Studies), Master of Divinity, and Doctor of Ministry degrees. The school and The University of Texas at Austin offer a dual degree program in social work, the MDiv/MSSW. Duties: The Technical Services Librarian creates and loads bibliographic, item and authority records. This person manages and implements the integrated library system and is the liaison with the IL... more