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September 2010 Archives CANADIAN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY, Theology and/or History of Christianity (09/30/10) Canadian Mennonite University (Winnipeg, Manitoba) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in theology and/or history of Christianity. Competence in Anabaptist-Mennonite theology will be an asset. Teaching responsibilities will be in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Review of applications will begin November 30, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Subject to final budgetary approval, the appointment will begin July 1, 2011. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Cana... more DUKE UNIVERSITY DIVINITY SCHOOL, Old Testament (09/29/10) Duke University Divinity School seeks to make a faculty appointment in Old Testament, effective for July 2011. Nominations and applications are sought for or from persons who have outstanding scholarly expertise in the critical interpretation of the Old Testament. Competence in the interpretation of the Old Testament as Christian scripture is highly desirable, as is competence in the history, culture, languages, and religious thought of the ancient Near East. The candidate appointed to this position will be expected to teach both in the Divinity School’s master’s degree programs and at the doctoral level. The rank is open. Faculty rank and... more SAINT PAUL SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean (09/29/10) Saint Paul School of Theology seeks Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean for its Kansas City campus to start July 2011. Applications must be received by November 30, 2010. Full details at http://www.spst.edu/jobopenings. One seminary with two campuses, offering MDiv, MA, DMin and more. United Methodist seminary with rich ecumenical environment and diverse students, faculty and staff.... more ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, Assistant/Associate Professor of Bible (09/28/10) The Department of Bible, Missions and Ministry (DBMM) invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant or Associate Professor of Bible. The candidate should hold an earned terminal degree in either Hebrew Bible/Old Testament or New Testament (PhD or ThD preferred), though a strong ABD would be considered. The candidate should have at least basic teaching competency in both areas. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm and creativity in classroom instruction and show scholarly promise through academic publications and participation in academic guilds. Responsibilities will require the candidate to teach half-time Gen... more CORNELL UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor in Ancient Near Eastern Studies (09/27/10) The Department of Near Eastern Studies at Cornell University seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Ancient Near Eastern Studies. Applicants with expertise in Syro-Mesopotamian languages, literatures, history, and/or archaeology and a minor field in Egyptology or West Semitics are preferred. The ability to complement the department’s existing curriculum in Hebrew Bible is highly desirable; a record of teaching excellence, a strong research program, and a Ph.D. are required. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a representative writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to Professor Kim Hain... more This employer will interview in the Career Center at the Annual Meeting: Prearranged Interviews MANCHESTER COLLEGE, Assistant Professor of Religion (09/24/10) Position: Assistant Professor of Religion Responsibilities: Asst. Prof., tenure-track, beginning fall semester, 2011. 8 courses/year (3-1-4), undergraduate, including multiple sections of survey courses on Hebrew Scripture and the New Testament. Teaching needs also include church history and an introductory course on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. There will be opportunity to offer seminars, as well as to develop new courses, in the candidate's area of expertise. Qualifications: Ph.D. is preferred; evidence of excellence in teaching is required. The college is affiliated with the Church of the Brethren and candidates should be fami... more ROBERT A. AND SANDRA S. BORNS JEWISH STUDIES PROGRAM, Assistant Professor in Ancient Judaism (09/23/10) The Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Program in Jewish Studies invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Ancient Judaism. Ph.D. or equivalent required. Applicants should demonstrate engagement with the critical study of post-biblical, Second Temple Judaism and/or the classical texts of early rabbinic history and culture. The successful applicant must maintain ongoing research, a record of creative and effective teaching, and an active professional profile. Teaching obligations will extend from introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses to graduate training at the master's and doctoral levels. Applications rece... more This employer will interview in the Career Center at the Annual Meeting: Prearranged Interviews OHIO WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY, NEW TESTAMENT/ Assistant Professor of Religion (09/17/10) Tenure-track, assistant-professor position in NEW TESTAMENT w/ early Christian History & Western Religion beginning Fall 2011. PhD in-hand preferred; relevant language skills, familiarity with methodology in scriptural studies and the study of religion, strong commitment to liberal arts education, and active research agenda all required. Courses include New Testament introduction, select NT topics (e.g. Paul, synoptics, historical Jesus, NT theologies, etc.), NT context, early Christian thought, and survey of Western religions. Preference to candidates who can support interdisciplinary programs, e.g. Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance S... more BEESON DIVINITY SCHOOL OF SAMFORD UNIVERSITY, History and Doctrine Theologian (09/14/10) Beeson Divinity School of Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, seeks an established scholar or young scholar with outstanding promise to teach introductory and elective courses in history and doctrine. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent teaching, mentoring, and research ability, and will possess specialized skill in one of the four history and doctrine areas: patristic/medieval, reformation, modern, or 20th -Century history and doctrine. Applicants must have a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, active involvement in church life, a commitment to the evangelical intellectual and spiritual tradition, and a desire to serve with a... more This employer will interview in the Career Center at the Annual Meeting: Prearranged Interviews CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY DIVINITY SCHOOL, New Testament (09/13/10) New Testament CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY DIVINITY SCHOOL Buies Creek, North Carolina Campbell University Divinity School invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track position (open rank) in New Testament beginning August 2011. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and advanced courses in New Testament literature with the possibility of additional courses in New Testament Greek and/or ministry studies. The appointee should be able to teach students in the M.A.C.E., M.Div., and D.Min. degree programs. The Ph.D. is required. Preference will be given to candidates with an M.Div. degree, prior ministry experience, and t... more This employer will interview in the Career Center at the Annual Meeting: Prearranged Interviews NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, Hebrew Bible (09/13/10) NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, The Department of Religious Studies seeks to make a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor for a specialist in Hebrew Bible in the context of either Second Temple or Hellenistic Judaism. Appointee will participate in both graduate and undergraduate curricula of a religious studies department. Position starts September 1, 2011. Please send introductory letter, 3 letters of recommendation, CV, and writing sample no longer than 25 pages to Hebrew Bible Search Committee, Northwestern University, Department of Religious Studies, Crowe Hall 5-179, 1860 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208. Ap... more SEATTLE PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry (09/13/10) Seattle Pacific University. Christian Ministry: Assistant Professor; tenure-track position available September 2011. Ph.D. in appropriate field required. Ability to publish research and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Christian formation, youth and campus ministry, Christian spirituality, and educational ministry. The candidate must be committed to classroom instruction, student mentoring and discipleship in a Christian liberal arts setting. Successful candidate must be sympathetic with the Wesleyan/Methodist tradition of Seattle Pacific University. Scholarly productivity is essential for advancement. Background in practical... more DUKE UNIVERSITY, Smart Professor of Judaic Studies (09/08/10) Duke University invites applications or nominations of senior scholars for appointment to the position of Smart Family Professor of Judaic Studies to begin Fall 2011. We will consider candidates from a wide range of academic disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and professional fields. The University seeks candidates with comprehensive training in Jewish religious traditions and history who can teach broadly within and beyond their area of specialization. The holder of the Smart Professorship will play a major role in the flourishing interdisciplinary research culture at Duke, contributing to the University’s high quality undergrad... more ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor (09/07/10) Biblical Studies. The School of Theology and Ministry of St. Thomas University, Miami Gardens, FL, seeks energetic scholar-teacher for the Fall of 2011 in the area of biblical studies at the rank of Assistant Professor. Successful candidate will teach undergraduate, master’s and doctoral level courses in programs focused on practical theology, including a newly launched M.Div. program and will possess an earned doctorate. Students are drawn from across the Christian tradition and reflect the cultural diversity of South Florida. Familiarity with distance teaching and learning a plus. The search committee especially welcomes applicants fro... more LEXINGTON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Vice President of Academic Affairs & Dean (09/06/10) Vice President of Academic Affairs & Dean Search Application Information Lexington Theological Seminary seeks applicants for the position of Vice President of Academic Affairs & Dean. The VPAA & Dean will be responsible for effectively administrating an innovative new curriculum delivered as an integrated online/on-campus program, engaging in faculty development and institutional strategic planning, and working with the Faculty, Registrar, and Doctor of Ministry Director. Strong applicants will have: (1) demonstrated ability to think and respond creatively and organizationally; (2) proven capacity to flourish administratively dur... more ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, Hebrew Bible/Old Testament (09/02/10) The Graduate School of Theology at Abilene Christian University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, beginning in the Fall 2011, pending funding. Rank is open, depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The successful candidate should hold a terminal degree (PhD or ThD preferred) in the field. The successful candidate must also demonstrate competence in teaching and must possess a well-defined program of research as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Address applications or inquiries to Dr. Mark Hamilton, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Theology, ACU... more UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, Assistant Professor (09/02/10) Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations in the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania anticipates making a full-time, tenure-track appointment in the field of Biblical Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin in Fall 2011. The position is open to all scholars whose primary focus is on the Bible and Israelite history and religion. Because of the long association at Penn between Biblical Studies and Ancient Near Eastern Studies, candidates should possess a strong background in Northwest Semitic languages and ancient Mesopotamian culture in... more DR. JOHN MICALLEF MEMORIAL LIBRARY, ST. MARK'S COLLEGE, Head Librarian (08/31/10) Head Librarian Dr. John Micallef Memorial Library, St. Mark's College, Vancouver, BC Introduction This is a part-time position at St. Mark's College, the Catholic Theological college on the campus of the University of British Columbia Position Summary Reporting to the Principal of Saint Mark’s College, the Head Librarian plans and coordinates the development and maintenance of collections that support the programs offered by Saint Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College, the Catholic theological and liberal arts colleges at the University of British Columbia. The Colleges also provide Catholic campus ministry servi... more W.F. ALBRIGHT INSTITUTE OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH, JERUSALEM, Fellowships - Doctoral, Post-Doctoral, Senior (08/31/10) 2011-12 Albright Fellowships www.aiar.org The Albright invites applications at the doctoral, post-doctoral, and senior levels in religious studies, archaeology, anthropology, art history, Bible, epigraphy, history, language, literature, philology or related disciplines from pre-history through the early Islamic period in Near Eastern Studies. Awards include room and half-board at the newly renovated Albright Institute located near the Old City of Jerusalem. Living accommodations include a served dinner, self-service breakfast, and a garden area for tea/coffee. The research library contains over 30,000 volumes, 650 jou... more HEBREW UNION COLLEGE, Visiting Assistant Professor of Bible (08/30/10) Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles, invites applications for a full-time, three-year position, renewable for an additional two years, as Visiting Assistant Professor in Hebrew Bible, to start July 2011. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies. Candidates who have expertise in some specific biblical corpora, particularly in the Torah/Pentateuch and prophetic literature, or those well versed in the history of interpretation, are especially welcome. Broad knowledge of the Jewish tradition and its texts, as well as proficiency in Hebrew, is essential. Responsibilities include teaching and mentoring students... more REDEEMER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, New Testament Professor (08/30/10) DEPARTMENT OF RELIGION AND THEOLOGY REDEEMER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE invites applications for a tenure-track position (level open) in New Testament, beginning July 2011. An earned PhD (or equivalent) and experience teaching at the undergraduate level is desired. Commitment to undergraduate liberal arts teaching and scholarly research is expected. Half of the teaching load is normally comprised of core biblical studies courses including Introduction to Christian Scripture (100 level) and Theological Interpretation of Christian Scripture (200 level). The other half is filled with curricular course rotations of Greek, New Testament theology (seq... more AUSTIN PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Academic Dean (08/27/10) ACADEMIC DEAN Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary seeks applicants for the position of Academic Dean. The Dean will be responsible for the effective administration of the academic affairs of the Seminary, including both degree and non-degree programs. Strong applicants will have: (1) demonstrated excellence in teaching; (2) administrative expertise, and (3) scholarly publications. The Dean will be engaged in faculty development and strategic planning and will work with the assistance of the Faculty, the Associate Deans, the Registrar, the Directors of non-degree programs, and the Doctor of Ministry Director. Racial/ethnic min... more THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN, Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis (08/26/10) The University of Aberdeen Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis The University of Aberdeen looks to enhance further its investment in New Testament research and teaching by appointing an exceptional scholar of international standing to the Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis. The ambitions and achievements of Divinity and Religious Studies at Aberdeen are those of one the most vigorous research cultures within the University. In the 2008 research Assessment Exercise, it was ranked first in Scotland; it was also ranked second in the UK in the Times Higher Education Tables. You will provide leadership within the field, att... more GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies (08/19/10) The Department of Literature and Philosophy at Georgia Southern University invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Literature and Religion to begin August 1, 2011. Ph.D. in Religious Studies is required. The successful candidate will have expertise in at least two of the following areas: Literature and Religion, Religion and East Asian Traditions, Religion and Middle-Eastern Traditions, Religion and Global Literature. There must be demonstrated teaching experience. The teaching load is 3 courses per semester, usually including Introduction to Religious Studies. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track ap... more UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Sundet Family Chair in New Testament and Christian Studies (08/16/10) The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for the Sundet Family Chair in New Testament and Christian Studies. This is a full-time tenured faculty position at the rank of associate professor beginning fall semester 2011. Applicants must hold the degree of Ph.D. or equivalent and possess a distinguished record of academic achievement (scholarly research, teaching, service) that satisfies the criteria for holding an appointment with indefinite tenure in the Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Minnesota. Essent... more BEESON DIVINITY SCHOOL OF SAMFORD UNIVERSITY, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs (08/12/10) Beeson Divinity School of Samford University seeks an established scholar or young scholar with outstanding promise to serve as associate dean for academic affairs to oversee all academic personnel, programs, and assessment. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent teaching, mentoring, and research ability, and must possess excellent administrative, supervisory, and collegial skills. Applicants must have a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, an active involvement in church life, a commitment to the school’s evangelical identity and confession, and a desire to serve with an interdenominational, evangelical faculty and staff. Salary an... more BOSTON UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF RELIGION, Christianity in Modern Context (08/11/10) BOSTON UNIVERSITY Department of Religion invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in modern Christianity (pending final budgetary approval). Geographical focus is open, but we are particularly interested in American, African, African-American, Latin American, or Latino/a Christianity/ies. Historical, anthropological, or sociological methodologies are most desirable. Candidates should demonstrate excellence or the promise of excellence in scholarship and teaching. Ph.D. in hand or by June 2011. Candidate will teach introductory Religion and Christianity courses and offer undergraduate and graduate courses in field o... more THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN, Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis (08/06/10) The University of Aberdeen Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis The University of Aberdeen looks to enhance further its investment in New Testament research and teaching by appointing an exceptional scholar of international standing to the Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis. The ambitions and achievements of Divinity and Religious Studies at Aberdeen are those of one the most vigorous research cultures within the University. In the 2008 research Assessment Exercise, it was ranked first in Scotland; it was also ranked second in the UK in the Times Higher Education Tables. You will provide leadership within the fiel... more This employer will interview in the Career Center at the Annual Meeting: Prearranged Interviews LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor of Judaism (08/02/10) Loyola Marymount University, Department of Theological Studies, announces a tenure track faculty position in Judaism at the level of Assistant Professor beginning Fall Semester, 2011. The University seeks candidates with comprehensive training in Jewish religious traditions who can teach broadly within and beyond their area of specialization. The successful candidate will be conversant in Jewish/Catholic relations and will have competence in one or more subfields, such as Hebrew Bible, Talmud, Jewish Theology, History of Jewish Thought, Interreligious Dialogue, Jewish practice, and/or the Jewish textual tradition. The position involves both ... more LESLEY UNIVERSITY, Epicopal Divinity School Collection Services Librarian (07/30/10) EDS Collection Services Librarian DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lesley University seeks a collaborative librarian for the position of EDS (Episcopal Divinity School) Collection Services Librarian. This is a half-time position with benefits. Under the daily supervision of the Head of Collection Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for original and complex copy cataloging of theology materials at the Sherrill Library, as well as oversight for copy cataloging, database holdings maintenance, and related work. S/he will supervise student staff in collection services activities. Under the direction of the EDS ... more PITTSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Archivist/Records Management Librarian (Part-Time) (07/30/10) ARCHIVIST/RECORDS MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN (Part-Time) Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh PA Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, a graduate professional institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), invites applications for the part-time position of Archivist/Records management Librarian (part-time) of the Clifford E. Barbour Library. Position Summary: The Archivist/Records Management Librarian will oversee all aspects of organizing, processing, cataloging, preserving and providing access to library archival materials in a variety of formats using current archival principles and standards; work with the Libr... more PITTSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Electronic Services Librarian (07/30/10) ELECTRONIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh PA Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, a graduate professional institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), invites applications for the full-time position of Electronic Services Librarian of the Clifford E. Barbour Library. Position Summary: The Electronic Services Librarian will overseeing all aspects of library electronic and computer services including providing support for the automated library system (Innovative Interfaces Millennium system) in coordination with the IT department ; implementation and operation of various staff database... more PITTSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Head of Technical Services/Lead Cataloger (07/30/10) Head of Technical Services/ Lead Cataloger Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh PA Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, a graduate professional institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), invites applications for the full-time position of Head of Technical Services/ Lead Cataloger of the Clifford E. Barbour Library. Position Summary: The Head of Technical Services Librarian will organize, oversee and report on all aspects of technical services including cataloging, serials, and materials processing. Responsibilities include original and copy cataloging of print, non-print, and electronic formats in OCLC and ... more UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO MISSISSAUGA, DEPARTMENT OF HISTORICAL STUDIES, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN CHRISTIANITY (#1000629) (07/30/10) ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN CHRISTIANITY (#1000629) The Department of Historical Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a tenure-stream position in Christianity at the rank of Assistant Professor. This appointment will begin on July 1, 2011, by which time the candidate must hold a doctoral degree. The candidate’s research may focus on any aspect of Christianity from any period of its history, but interests that complement existing departmental strengths would be an asset. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in and commitment to both research and teaching, with established or clear promise of disti... more ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY FLORIDA DUNNAM CAMPUS, Professor of Homiletics (07/26/10) Asbury Theological Seminary announces a tenure track faculty position in homiletics for the Dunnam Campus in Orlando, Florida. Rank is open. The initial appointment is for three years, with a teaching load of fifteen hours (five courses) in the first year, 18 hours (six courses) thereafter. The person hired in this position will offer at least one but no more than two courses each year in the Seminary’s Extended Learning (ExL™) Program. The position will commence as early as January 1, 2011 but no later than July 1, 2011. Qualifications: • A strong personal faith in Jesus Christ, mature Christian character, and active participation in th... more CLEMSON UNIVERSITY, Assistant Professor (07/21/10) Assistant Professor, tenure-track position. Employment to begin August 15, 2011. The successful candidate must have New Testament as their primary area of expertise. Ph.D. prior to appointment required. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application detailing qualifications including C.V., evidence of teaching effectiveness and letters of recommendation to Assistant Professor Search Committee, Dr. Nancy A. Hardesty, Chair, Department of Philosophy & Religion, 126 D Hardin Hall, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634-0528. Application deadline is September 15, 2010. We cannot accept materials by fax or ... more ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, Professor of New Testament (03/24/10) ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY announces a faculty position in New Testament, on its Wilmore Campus, commencing July 2011. Asbury Theological Seminary is a confessional seminary in the Wesleyan tradition, and enthusiastic agreement with the Seminary’s confessional and ethos statements is essential. The initial appointment is for three years, renewable, tenure-track. Rank is open. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants with considerable teaching experience and a strong publishing record. Consonant with the Seminary’s commitment to distance learning, the person hired in this position will be expected t... more