Visiting Assoc Professor

About the role

The Distinguished Visiting Professor of Biblical Interpretation (Gray Chair) at San Francisco Theological Seminary will teach graduate courses in Introduction to Old Testament I and II, Hebrew Exegesis, and Old Testament electives. They will also mentor students, advise MDiv, DMin, and MATS programs, and engage in scholarly research.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Introduction to Old Testament I and II, Hebrew Exegesis, and Old Testament electives.
• Mentor students in SFTS degree programs.
• Provide vocational and academic advising to MDiv students, DMin doctoral dissertation/projects, and MATS master theses.
• Attend SFTS Faculty Retreat, Convocation, Fall and Spring Seminary Retreat, and Commencement.
• Participate in campus and virtual events/lectures as appropriate and available.
• Participate with voice and vote in SFTS Faculty Assembly and serve on Committees.
• Develop and conduct scholarly research and publishing agenda.
• Organize and lead one public event per academic year on a dimension of Bible scholarship or associated congregational life.
• Take on additional responsibilities at SFTS as desired with the consent of the SFTS Dean.

Qualifications

• PhD in Hebrew Text or Old Testament Studies.
• Knowledge of Biblical Languages.
• Experience with theological education, seminary context, and theological vocations and students.
• Experience with accreditation, program assessment, and program reviews.

Skills

• Effective communication and follow instructions, both verbally and in writing.
• Aptitude to learn new and evolving technology and recommend ways to improve position’s efficiency.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines.
• Ability to foster strong, positive relationships and align both internal and external resources to achieve university objectives.
• Ability to exercise discretion and work with confidentiality.
• Competent interaction with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

Benefits

Adjunct faculty are paid $9,000 for a 4 credit course.

Pay

Adjunct faculty are paid $9,000 for a 4 credit course.

Schedule

Adjunct faculty are paid $9,000 for a 4 credit course.