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Assistant Professor of Theology (Tenure-Track)
Indianapolis, IN
Job Description
Description
As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University's Department of Theology seeks qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor of Theology to promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by having expertise in one or more of the following areas: Franciscan Intellectual Tradition, Liturgy, Moral Theology, Bioethics, and Latin American or Latino Theology. Candidates should possess the ability to teach the richness of the Catholic tradition while also attending to the broad and ecumenical needs of general education, supporting interdisciplinary initiatives, and contributing to ministry programs. A special priority will be collaborating with the Office of Mission and Ministry for the promotion of the Latino Leadership Initiatives, the Renovacion Parish Renewal project, and the development of the San Damiano Scholars program. This position will report to the chair of the theology department, and will operate on a 9-month, full-time appointment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies.
- Appreciation for the Catholic and Franciscan charisms of Marian University.
- Teaching load: 18-24 credits per academic year.
- Contribution to a wide and ecumenical array of teaching outlets, including the general education curriculum, collaboration with STEM fields, undergraduate major curriculum, and undergraduate seminary.
- Sharing in the ongoing development and implementation of projects within the school, especially our growing engagement of both Catholic ad non-Catholic students.
- Engage in research, scholarship, and other professional activities.
- Mentor students through advising, research, and internship opportunities.
- Actively participate in the life of the campus and university service, including participation in faculty governance and co-curricular programs.
- Contribute to a campus culture committed to professionalism, collegiality, and confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Marian University.
- PH.D in theology or equivalent degree.
- Evidence of teaching excellence in higher education.
- Potential for ongoing research, publication, and activity in professional associations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Spanish speaking preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For Consideration All Applications Require:
- Cover Letter
- Current resume or CV
- Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
- Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.
Please Review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:
https://www.marian.edu/faith
Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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