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Assistant/Associate Professor of Theology

Concordia University, Chicago · cuchicago.edu
River ForestMid level3+ yrs
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The job in short

Professor of theology.

Details

Found
24 d ago · posted 2026-09-16
Location as listed
River Forest, IL, US
Role
University Faculty (Professor)
Source
The company’s own careers site

Full description

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for a full-time Theology Faculty position. The ideal candidate should hold a Ph.D./Th.D. in either Exegetical Theology, Theological Languages and must be an ordained and rostered member in good standing of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod or one of its partner churches. Candidates should have competency to teach courses in some of the following areas: Greek, Hebrew, Latin, Old Testament, New Testament, and Lutheran Theology. Special consideration will be given to candidates who can teach courses in multiple areas. Candidates should be willing and able to teach online courses as needed. Enthusiasm and competence for teaching both non-Christian and Christian students are required. It is desirable that the candidate has parish/pastoral experience and collegiate teaching experience. Responsibilities/Duties: • Teach a 24 semester-hour load of basic and advanced undergraduate theology and/or theological language courses, including but not limited to one or more of the following areas: • Either Introduction to Christianity or the Bible • Old Testament or New Testament • Systematic Theology • Greek, Hebrew, or Latin • Participates in scholarship and in service to the Theology Division, University and Church • Service and Communications (Common to all employees) • Exhibits a service mentality toward all stakeholders; Establishes cooperative relationships with a wide variety of campus constituents. • Communicates with all customers in an effective, professional, and timely manner. • Improves work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information • Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS). Skill Sets: • Strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills • Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills • Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago Minimum Experience Required: Ordained and rostered member in good standing of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod or one of its partner churches Preferred: Prior parish pastoral experience Minimum of 3 years of related teaching experience at the university or college level Education Requirements: PhD in either Exegetical Theology, Theological Languages (Greek, Hebrew, or Latin) Interested individuals should apply through our website at www.cuchicago.edu/employment. Please include a cover letter, resume and references. Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation. Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs. About Concordia University Chicago Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, College of Graduate Studies, and College of Innovative and Professional Programs, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and in 2013 was named to the U.S. President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the fifth time. For the sixth consecutive year, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded more than 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more at CUChicago.edu.

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