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Lecturer, Christian Theology
George W. Truett Theological Seminary

Location: Waco, Texas
Open Date: Aug 01, 2023
Deadline: Oct 15, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description:
Baylor University seeks a Lecturer of Christian Theology position. This full-time, non-tenure-track position is housed in Baylor University's George W. Truett Theological Seminary. The position begins fall of 2024.

Teaching requirements of the core curriculum for this position could include the following courses: Introduction to Christian History and Theology, Baptist Identity, Christian Texts and Traditions 1 (Patristics), Christian Texts and Traditions 2 (Reformation), Christian Texts and Traditions 3 (Modern Theology), and Constructive Theology. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be able to teach broadly across this curriculum. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to review Truett's Catalog and course description: https://www.baylor.edu/truett/doc.php/362484.pdf. This position requires residence within the range of the Waco campus and cannot be performed remotely.

About Truett Seminary: Baylor University's George W. Truett Theological Seminary exists to equip God-called people for gospel ministry in and alongside Christ's Church by the power of the Holy Spirit. Truett's main campus is housed at Baylor University in Waco, and additional campuses serve students in Houston and San Antonio. Truett supports and celebrates both women and men for ordained ministry, has established a Black Church Studies program, and offers various Masters degrees in Christian Ministry, Theological Studies, Sports Ministry, and Contextual Witness alongside the traditional M.Div. degree. Joint degrees are available in Business, Education, Law, Music, and Social Work. The seminary also offers a Doctor of Ministry degree and a Ph.D. in Preaching. Truett aspires to be a leader in training thoughtful, faithful Christian ministers for a twenty-first-century church and world. Candidates are encouraged to review Truett's website for information about the seminary's identity, vision, mission, the Wesley House of Studies program, and the seminary catalog: https://www.baylor.edu/truett/.

About Baylor University: Located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the 'Great Colleges to Work For' from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan, Illuminate, guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor's mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.





Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an earned research doctorate by the time of appointment (August 1, 2024), such as a Ph.D. or Th.D., in an appropriate field of study, with concentrations in either systematic, constructive, or historical theology. Preference will be given to those with an M.Div. and to those with ministry experience. Additionally, they must be committed to the Baptist or baptistic tradition with evidence of active involvement in church life.


Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/126250

Please submit a letter of interest (cover letter), a curriculum vitae, and academic transcripts through Interfolio. Candidates may subsequently be asked to provide three letters of reference, a philosophy of teaching statement, and written responses to specific questions. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but to ensure full consideration, a completed application must be received by October 15, 2023. Questions concerning this position may be directed to: Dr. Brian Brewer, search committee chair (Brian_Brewer@baylor.edu)


Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylors commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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