Employment Opportunities

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Professor of the History of Christian Worship – Begins January 2026

The Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies is seeking a part-time professor to teach an intensive, master’s-level course on the History of Christian Worship, commencing in January 2026. The course meets on campus twice a year: the first to second Wednesday after January 1, and the second to third Wednesday in June. This is a hybrid course, which includes an online component in conjunction with the one-week intensive class time.

In keeping with its holistic theology of education, IWS considers a wide range of criteria in the selection of its teaching faculty. Among these are: academic degrees; teaching experience and performance; commitment to academic, professional, and spiritual formation; experience in ministry; commitment to assist students in reflection; ongoing learning and scholarly productivity; collegiality; knowledge of technology; theological congruence with IWS; diversity; and balance. The relative weight placed on these criteria may vary with the subjects to be taught.

For teaching in the Master of Worship Studies program, IWS seeks candidates with a completed terminal degree (as defined in the field of the degree) in a field related to the course matter.

For this specific course, IWS is seeking someone with:

  • Knowledge of the biblical and theological foundations of Christian worship

  • In-depth knowledge of the history of Christian worship, including some knowledge of Christian worship in non-Western traditions

  • Knowledge of historical theology and/or liturgical studies

  • Experience in teaching the course matter

  • Candidates nearing a completed terminal degree may be considered

The instructor is responsible for:

  • Developing the course syllabus and related materials for the class

  • Developing and grading student assignments

  • Participating in all general faculty responsibilities (attendance at evening practicums, occasional committee work, plenary faculty meetings, etc.)

To apply, candidates should send a cover letter that includes important background information, a general philosophy of education and teaching, and an explanation of their desire to teach at IWS, along with a curriculum vitae.

Nominators should secure approval from a candidate before sending a letter of nomination that includes the candidate’s contact information.

Please send nominations or cover letters and vitae to:
Andrew Hill, Acting Academic Dean
ahill@iws.edu

Submission deadline: August 1, 2025, or until the position is filled.