Summary: A full time faculty position in Biblical Studies and Theology in the School of Bible and Ministry.
Qualification Standards: Ph.D. in Biblical Studies preferred (Old or New Testament; New Testament preferred), ABD required. Skill and enthusiasm for teaching Old and New Testament courses is required; ability to teach occasional courses in Theology and Ethics is preferred.
Experience: Some teaching experience is required. Preaching experience is preferred.
Values: The Bible faculty member must be sympathetic with the mission and purpose of Kentucky Christian University and enthusiastically support the University’s core values. They must value work both in the church pastoral setting and in the academic setting.
Conditions of Employment:
1. Beginning in Fall semester, 2010; will consider a January 2010 start.
2. Full time faculty position on a nine month contract.
3. Salary range: $30,000 - $40,000 based on credentials and professional experience.
4. Benefits information: Contact the Human Resource Office (Mr. Terry Yankey; tly@kcu.edu; 606 474 3222) for details.
5. The successful candidate must be an active member of a congregation in the Stone – Campbell Restoration tradition (Disciples of Christ, Church of Christ, Christian Church/Churches of Christ).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. A full time faculty member will be expected to assume a load of twelve hours per semester (25 hours of responsibility in each academic year).
2. Serve on one institutional committee.
3. Participation in unit and institutional faculty meetings.
4. Full time faculty are expected and supported to continue their own professional development as teachers and scholars in their discipline. The institution supports professional development activities of full time faculty members.
5. Maintain and comply with all policies, rules, and regulations included in the KCU Faculty handbook.
6. Display a commitment to active spiritual mentorship with students.
Application Procedures:
To be considered for this position, a complete file must include:
1. Letter of interest;
2. A curriculum vitae;
3. A completed Kentucky Christian College application, available at http://www.kcu.edu/template.php?area=downloads&file=faculty_app;
4. Three current letters of reference;
5. Complete authorized (official) copies of transcripts verifying degrees and coursework.
Please visit our website at http://www.kcu.edu/ for information about Kentucky Christian University and Sack School of Bible and Ministry. Members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Send all materials to:
Dr. David Fiensy
Sack School of Bible and Ministry
Kentucky Christian University
100 Academic Pkwy
Grayson, KY 41143
(606) 474 3263 dfiensy@kcu.edu
[6/10/2009]
