Duties and Responsibilities

• A teaching load of 21 credit hours per 12-month contract period
• Oversight of relevant courses within the faculty member’s academic discipline; development of additional course offerings within the discipline, and related subject areas
• Additional teaching in the areas of Christian ministry and spiritual formation
• Contribution to program assessment and review processes
• Relevant institutional committee work and service, and relevant scholarly activity

Note: This position requires relocation to the region and regular presence on IWU’s campus in Marion, Indiana

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• PhD, DMin, or equivalent terminal degree in a theological or ministry-related discipline (e.g. Homiletics, Intercultural Studies, New Testament, Systematic Theology, or a closely related field) from an accredited institution

Experience

• A deep commitment to and heart for the local church and training pastors and Christian leaders for ministry

Required Skills

• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, especially online, at the graduate level, with a student-centered approach
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and students from diverse communities and cultures
• Enthusiastic embrace of the Wesleyan tradition and ability to function well within a learning community hosted by The Wesleyan Church
• Adept with educational technologies such as Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel), online learning management systems, and other supplemental tools (e.g. audio and/or video recording).

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.