Assistant Professor of the History(ies) of Global Christianity(ies)

Phillips Theological Seminary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track
position in the History(ies) of Global Christianity(ies) to begin July 1, 2026.
Applicants are expected to have a PhD or equivalent in History(ies) of
Christianity(ies). ABD will be considered. Ability in and/or experience for utilizing
historical methodology that engages the study of Global Christianity from cultural,
political, and social contexts as well as theological are requisite. This would include
scholarship that engages an interdisciplinary approach around the fields of history,
mission studies, ecumenical studies, theology, sociology of religion, anthropology of
religion, religious studies, and gender studies. The candidate should be prepared to
teach courses in early Church history.
The successful candidate will teach four courses a year. Salary is based on
experience and rank. The salary range for Assistant Professor is from $65,400 to
$78,000, which is competitive for faculty among our peer institutions (i.e. free
standing ATS member schools that grant Master’s and DMin professional degrees in
the US). We offer a full range of benefits, including health insurance for faculty
members, a 14% contribution to a retirement fund, generous funding to support
research, travel, online teaching, and research sabbaticals.
The appointee will teach in the Seminary’s degree programs (MDiv, MTS, MAMC,
MASJ, DMin). In addition to supplying required courses, the appointee will teach
electives consistent with the Seminary’s mission, the History of Christianity needs,
and the appointee’s research interests. The four courses will be taught in a variety of
schedules and modalities (in person; thirteen weeks; synchronous; asynchronous;
short-format intensives; hybrid).
Phillips is a seminary of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Faculty members
are expected to work constructively within an ecumenical and progressive ethos
informed by the Disciples’ practice of inclusive theological hospitality. Faculty
responsibilities include maintaining an active and excellent research and publication
agenda; competent and effective teaching; supervising DMin students; mentoring
students in Masters’ degree programs; service on faculty committees; and active
participation in the Seminary’s community life and in the broader local community
(including living in Tulsa, Oklahoma).
Applicants should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and
contact information of three recommenders to ptshiring@ptstulsa.edu. Review of
application materials will commence October 15, 2025. The appointment is
expected to begin July 1, 2026.
Inquiries about the position and nominations for it can be directed to Dr. Lisa
Davison, Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs, at lisa.davison@ptstulsa.edu.
Phillips Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.