Qualifications: Ph.D., Th.D., or D.Min. in the practices of ministry with focus on several of the following: homiletics, worship/ritual studies, pastoral/spiritual care, congregational leadership and administration. Experience in chaplaincy or certified spiritual direction would also be valued. The successful candidate will be expected to supervise dissertations, theses, and directed studies in the practices of ministry and other related areas.
A desirable candidate understands the significance of formation for ministry practices and demonstrates a vocation for theological education with an accomplished or promising record of publishing or other meaningful contributions to the field. United seeks a collegial candidate with the capacity to work amid religious diversity and varied gender identities.
PhD or equivalent must be completed within one year of start date. Personal religious identity or affiliation of the instructor is open. Candidates of color, women, and members of the LGBTQIA community are especially encouraged to apply.
The current salary for professors at the assistant level is $74,372 and the salary at the associate level is $84,457. United offers excellent benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance; generous retirement contributions; professional development; and paid leave for vacation, sick, and holiday.
Please send a cover letter, CV, and names and contact information of three recommenders to the attention of Jen Bingen Buck at employment@unitedseminary.edu. Review of applications will commence on October 15, 2026 and will be accepted until the position has been filled.
