Instructor/Assistant Professor - Department of Christian Studies
The Mississippi College Department of Christian Studies prepares students for a lifetime of ministry by stimulating the development of foundational knowledge, skills, and values of Christian heritage. Mississippi College is hiring an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Christian Studies with a focus on Missions. This faculty position in the department has a focus on teaching the missions curriculum of the department in order to prepare students for ministry as a vocational missionary or to lead a church in missions. This individual will teach courses in the University core which are housed in the Christian Studies Department (Introduction to the Old Testament and Introduction to the New Testament) as well as courses that are part of the missions concentration and minor. Applicants should be superior written and verbal communicators with relevant experience and evidence of work in missions. The successful candidate will be an individual who values student success and student-faculty interaction; who is committed to working in a collegial environment marked by Christian hospitality; and who is eager to contribute his or her skills and abilities to the university community. This appointment is a nine-month, tenure-track position (for candidates with a terminal degree) with summer teaching opportunities available based on student demand.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include teaching four classes per semester (fall and spring), advising students, serving on university and department committees, advising or co-advising student organizations, and participating in departmental activities as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum requirements include a master's degree in missions, theology, biblical studies, or related field from an accredited institution and appropriate vocational experience on the mission field. Applicants with a Doctor of Missiology or a Doctor of Philosophy (or who are ABD) in missions or related field are preferred. Applicants with a master's degree and vocational missions experience will be considered. Candidates must currently be a member or be willing to become a member of a church in friendly cooperation with the Mississippi Baptist Convention. This individual reports to the chair of the Department of Christian Studies.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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