Womanist​/Black Feminist Scholar in Practical Theology, Theology, or Ethics

Phillips Theological Seminary seeks a Womanist/Black Feminist scholar in Practical Theology, Theology, or Ethics for a tenure-track or tenure position. Rank will be determined based on experience. Applicants are expected to have a PhD or equivalent. ABD candidates may also apply.

The successful candidate will teach four courses a year. The salary range is based on rank and is competitive for faculty among our peer institutions (i.e., free-standing ATS member schools that grant master’s and DMin professional degrees in the US), with Assistant Professor starting at $65,464.

• health insurance for faculty members (with a nominal employee contribution)
• a 14% contribution to a retirement fund
• generous funding for research, travel, and sabbaticals

The appointee will teach in the Seminary’s degree programs (MDiv, MTS, MAMC, MASJ, DMin). In addition to supplying required courses, the appointee will teach electives consistent with the Seminary’s mission, area needs, and the appointee’s research interests. The four courses will be taught in a variety of schedules and modalities (in person, thirteen-week, synchronous, asynchronous, short-format intensives, hybrid). The appointee will also contribute to Phillips’ Black Church Traditions Emphasis and DMin Specialization in Black Church Traditions and Public Proclamation.

Phillips is a seminary of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Faculty members are expected to work constructively within an ecumenical and progressive ethos informed by the Disciples’ practice of inclusive theological hospitality. Faculty responsibilities include maintaining an active and excellent research and publication agenda; competent and effective teaching; supervising DMin students; mentoring students in Master’s degree programs; service on faculty committees;

and active participation in the Seminary’s community life in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Review of application materials will commence October 1, 2026. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027.

Inquiries about the position and nominations for it can be directed to Dr. Lisa Davison, Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs, ison. Phillips Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.