Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, School of Theological Studies


Position Description

Successful candidates will demonstrate competence teaching courses in biblical and theological studies, with expertise in New Testament and/or biblical languages. Candidates should excel in teaching both introductory and advanced New Testament classes.

Qualifications

  • Terminal degree with significant teaching and/or pastoral experience preferred; candidates with a master's degree plus teaching experience and/or those at the dissertation stage in doctoral programs considered. Any applicant without a terminal degree must be willing to enter a doctoral program in the desired field (with professional development assistance from the University).
  • Ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God or the willingness/ability to procure credentials as soon as possible.
  • Desire to work with undergraduate students of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Willingness to model the core values and stated outcomes of Bethany University.
  • Computer skills applicable to the development of instructional systems.
  • Ability to:
    • Meet all the employment requirements of full-time faculty at Bethany University.
    • Follow through with tasks in a professional and timely manner.
    • Assist in the development of an academic program based on planning and assessment.
    • Work in a collegial manner with faculty in the School of Theological Studies and with other faculty in the University.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Teaching 24 units per year (or their equivalent) in the School of Theological Studies, with emphasis in New Testament.
  • Revising/developing curriculum to advance the Biblical Studies program.
  • Advising students concerning program requirements and professional development.
  • Assisting in the recruitment and retention of students for the School of Theological Studies.
  • Interfacing with the University through committee assignments and other duties.
  • Participating in the spiritual life of the University through chapel attendance and other activities.

Lifestyle Standards

Recognize, understand, and agree to live by the moral and ethical standards of Bethany University as outlined in the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths and the Bethany University Statement of Faith.

Salary / Compensation

Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience (in keeping with the faculty salary grid of the University). Compensation includes a generous benefits plan.

Application Process

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following materials:

  • Current resume or professional vitae
  • Transcripts of all college and graduate work
  • The names of three references, including their telephone numbers, addresses, and a description of the applicant's professional relationship with each individual (may be a character reference, minister/pastor, supervisor, or colleague)
  • A succinct statement of personal philosophy of education in light of the mission of Bethany University:

    The mission of Bethany University is to provide biblically-centered education, anchored in Pentecostal doctrine, preparing excellently trained leaders for the Church and Society.

Contact Information

Dr. Marshall Flowers, Jr., Provost
Bethany University
800 Bethany Drive
Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Telephone contact: Debbie Murphy, Executive Assistant to the Provost: (831) 430-3930.

Bethany University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.

Last Updated: 2/2/08