Faculty - Theology

Christ College at Concordia University Irvine seeks candidates for one or more faculty positions in theology. Our faculty teach undergraduate theology courses in Concordia's Enduring Questions and Ideas Curriculum as well as upper division and/or graduate courses in theology. Our faculty also engage in theological scholarship, provide service to the university and church, and represent the Lutheran theological tradition within the university community.

They participate fully in the life of the university, including chapel, university committees, and informal collegial conversations. We have particular needs in New Testament and systematic theology. The ability and willingness to carry out part-time administrative roles is also desired.

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to ordained and commissioned ministers in the LCMS; only members of LCMS congregations will be considered. 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.

Application Requirements :
Applicants should submit

* Concordia's application for employment

* 1-2 page letter of application addressing the teaching duties and needs outlined in the job posting

* Curriculum vitae

* Statement of teaching philosophy

* Transcript showing highest earned degree

* Names of three professional references

* Names of three LCMS references for Synodical prior approval (these may overlap with the 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 .edu for additional information.

Full Time Faculty

$66,000 - $112,000/yr

Health, vision, dental, and life insurances. Retirement plans with employer matching.