Princeton Theological Seminary, a school in the Reformed theological tradition with students representing a broad range of traditions, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Speech Communication in Ministry. Appointment at the level of Assistant Professor will be tenure-track.
The candidate selected for this position will be a scholar of demonstrable potential, who is dedicated to the church’s life and work, and equipped to teach Speech Communication to students preparing for Christian ministry in its various forms. Teaching would include courses in the performance of preaching, scripture, and worship, and doctoral seminars in homiletical theory. PhD in Homiletics, Performance Studies, or related fields is preferred, along with a background and interest in Speech Performance. In addition to strong teaching ability in the field and serious engagement with current homiletical and performance literature, the candidate should be acquainted with congregational life across a diversity of Christian traditions.
The successful candidate will share responsibility for all of the Seminary’s degree programs (MDiv, MTS, MACEF, MA (hybrid), MTE, ThM, and PhD), offering required courses and a broad range of electives that support the Seminary’s mission, including its commitment to antiracism, and which take into account both the Practical Theology Department’s needs and the appointee’s research interests. As Princeton Theological Seminary is related to the Presbyterian Church (USA), faculty members are expected to work constructively within an ecumenical ethos informed by the Reformed Tradition. The responsibilities of faculty members at Princeton Theological Seminary include: pursuing an active scholarly research agenda; supervising PhD students; mentoring students in all degree programs; service on faculty committees; service to congregations as able; and active participation in the Seminary community’s life.
Salary range: $85,000-95,000. Benefits include: Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Defined Benefit Pension (403b), Faculty Housing, Tuition and Employee Assistance Programs.
A letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three recommenders should be uploaded to the online application site at: https://apply.interfolio.com/196356
Those wishing to nominate others for this position are invited to contact John R. Bowlin, Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs, at academic.dean@ptsem.edu. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2027. The appointment is expected to commence July 1, 2027.
Princeton Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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