Faculty in Christian Ministries

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Job no: 495235
Work type: Faculty (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Faculty

Job Title: Faculty in Christian Ministries

Reporting Relationship: Dean of the Faculty

Unit: Wesley Seminary

Department: Ministry & Divinity-Wesley Seminary

Summary of Position: Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University, a leading seminary in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition and the official seminary of The Wesleyan Church, seeks a passionate and innovative faculty member for a full-time teaching faculty position to begin January 1, 2027 (pending final budgetary approval). This is a practical theology position welcoming applicants with expertise from ministry-related fields, such as Christian Pastoral Theology, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Missional Theology, and Pastoral Care.

We are looking for a dynamic and versatile scholar-practitioner who resonates deeply with our mission to equip Christian leaders for missional ministry locally and globally.
Please prepare a cover letter, a one-page statement summarizing your philosophy of seminary education within the Wesleyan tradition, and a curriculum vitae (including education; relevant teaching, ministry, and volunteer experience; scholarship and publications; and references). All materials should be submitted electronically via Indiana Wesleyan University’s employment portal. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to submit additional written materials before a virtual or on-campus interview.

Preliminary Final date to receive applications is October 1, 2026; the position will remain open until filled.

Duties and Responsibilities

• A teaching load of 21 credit hours per 12-month contract period
• Oversight of relevant courses within the faculty member’s academic discipline; development of additional course offerings within the discipline and related subject areas
• Administrative oversight of Wesley Seminary Undergraduate programs
• Contribution to program assessment and review processes
• Relevant institutional committee work and service and relevant scholarly activity
• This position requires relocation to the region and regular presence on IWU’s campus in Marion, Indiana

Qualifications:According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• PhD, DMin, or equivalent terminal degree in a theological or ministry-related discipline (e.g., Practical Theology, Pastoral Theology, Missional Theology, Spiritual Formation, or a closely related field) from an accredited institution

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, especially online, at the graduate level, with a student-centered approach
• A deep commitment to and heart for the local church and training pastors and Christian leaders for ministry
• Enthusiastic embrace of the Wesleyan tradition and the ability to function well within a learning community hosted by The Wesleyan Church

Required Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and students from diverse communities and cultures
• Facility with educational technologies such as the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel), online learning management systems, and other supplemental tools (e.g., audio and/or video recording)

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