Faculty – Bible

The Biblical and Theological Studies Field of Moody Bible Institute seeks to appoint a full-time junior or senior faculty member to its Chicago campus in preparation for the 2021-2022 academic year. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in New Testament theology and exegesis, excellent communication skills, involvement in academic research, eagerness to mentor students and perform faculty service, and enthusiasm for MBI’s mission and theological commitments.

Primary undergraduate teaching needs include Greek grammar and syntax, hermeneutics, biblical introduction, biblical theology, biblical ethics, a required upper-division course on Paul’s Epistle to the Romans, as well as elective courses on various New Testament books and topics.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Prepare syllabi and teach students in assigned courses.

Determine instructional outcomes appropriate to each course taught and assess student academic and/or skill achievement related to those outcomes.Such outcomes are to be consistent with departmental mission and objectives.

Be prompt in submission of grades, reports, and other required information.

Serve as academic advisor to assigned students

Be present on campus a minimum of four days per week (30 hours), and post and maintain a minimum of eight office hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. Special provisions may be made with the approval of the program head and Associate Provost of Faculty.

Assist the program head with the development and maintenance of program goals.

Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a program assessment plan.

Work with the program head and division chair to implement changes in program curriculum based upon assessment results.

Provide the division chair with professional goals and objectives for the annual performance review.

Be in attendance at designated chapels and events, eat meals with students in the Student Dining Room and engage in informal time with students as opportunity permits, in order to further the sense of community, shared values and experiences.

Be engaged in professional development, scholarship, and research appropriate to primary discipline and in the scholarship of teaching.

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Master’s Degree in Biblical Theology or Related Field

Commitment and ability to teach existing New Testament courses as well as develop new ones

The desire and ability to effectively train students for Biblical theology and exegesis

A commitment to transformational learning and the development of the whole student, demonstrated through a dedication to Christ-centered teaching and learning, mentoring, and advising

An attitude of teamwork, openness, and appreciation for the diversity of ideas within the department

A high level of personal integrity, energy, and resilience

A record of academic scholarship through publication in various print and media forums

Able to work in the US legally without sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

Terminal Degree or progress towards a doctorate

Work Environment/Conditions

Moody Bible Institute is a Christian-based Higher Education and Media Ministry. We exist to equip people with the Truth of God’s Word. If you are mission-minded, and have a servant’s heart, join us as we look to further impact the Kingdom of God.

No travel is expected for this position.

This is a full-time position: Hours vary, M-F (40 hour weekly)

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Additional Information

Moody Bible Institute is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Candidates must align with MBI’s Christian identity. Employees are expected to sign a Statement of Faith and adhere to the Community Standards.

We comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and any other applicable legally protected category. As a religious institution, we have the right to, and do, require that employees hold beliefs consistent with our Doctrinal Statement and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our religious beliefs, as explained in our Community Standards.

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