Seminary New Testament Professor

Erskine Theological Seminary, the graduate school of Erskine College and founded in 1837 by the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church (ARP), invites applications for the tenure track position in New Testament with the specific duty of teaching required and elective Bible courses. It is desirable that applicants be able to teach from the Old Testament as well. The appointment begins September 2008, and will be located at the seminary’s Columbia, SC satellite campus location. Upright character, good interpersonal skills, pastoral experience, excellence in classroom teaching, potential for publication, and a concern for the spiritual formation of pastoral candidates are essential. A Ph.D. in a relevant Biblical discipline is required; ABD and D.Min applicants are not eligible for this position.

Candidates must be willing and able to sign ex animo the ARP General Synod’s definition of an evangelical Christian and subscribe to the confessional documents of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church (Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms).

Specific duties and responsibilities of the position:

Teach Bible and Biblical language courses as assigned by the Dean. The normal course load for this position will be six courses per academic year, including teaching at various off-campus sites. Be able to work respectfully, supportively, and encouragingly with a diverse student body that encompasses a variety of theological and denominational perspectives. Participate regularly in chapel programs, worship services, and lecture series. Represent the seminary to the various denominational constituencies represented among the student body of the seminary, and at any other events deemed necessary by the Vice President or the Dean of the seminary. Serve faithfully on faculty committees as assigned by the Dean. Serve as dissertation/thesis advisor or reviewer for D.Min. and Th.M. candidates.

Candidates should send a letter of interest addressing the professional qualifications listed above, a current vita, and a list of three references with phone numbers. The submission of examples of original teaching material relevant for the position is encouraged. The Search Committee will receive applications until December 31, 2007.

Mail inquiries to:
New Testament Search Committee
P.O. Box 668
Due West, South Carolina 29639
Email information to:
Dr. Loyd Melton, Chair: melton@erskine.edu, or visit the Erskine Seminary web site http://www.erskineseminary.org.
 
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