Assistant Professor - Theology

The Department of Theology at Creighton University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. We seek individuals committed to being outstanding teacher-scholars within a primarily undergraduate-serving college. The successful applicant will teach a 3-3 course load that includes first-year core courses in The Christian Tradition and second-year core courses in The Biblical Tradition, as well as upper division elective courses in their area of expertise, depending on departmental needs.

• A Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Biblical Studies or closely related field is required to be in hand by the beginning of the contract
• Ability to foster student learning, development, and decision making in support of their goals, success, wellness, and needs
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations
• Empathy and compassion for the experiences of others
• An emerging record of scholarship
• An ability and willingness to promote the Catholic and Jesuit educational mission of the university

Candidates should submit their application through Interfolio. When prompted please upload the following:

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Three letters of reference, at least two of which address the effectiveness of your teaching
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• One-page statement describing candidate's potential contributions to Creighton's mission ((https://www.creighton.edu/about/mission-history)
• Original academic transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended (photocopies acceptable during initial application process)

If a candidate is called for an interview, they will be required to provide:

• A writing sample
• Student evaluations of teaching

Review of completed applications will begin October 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For further information, please visit https://www.creighton.edu/arts-sciences/theology. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Dr. Ashley Hall, Chair of the Department of Theology ([email protected]). For questions or issues submitting your application or materials, please contact the Office of Human Resources ([email protected]).

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