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Assistant/Associate Professor of Church History (History of Christiani

Gammon Theological Seminary

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Position Type:

Full-Time or Part-Time Faculty (based on candidate qualifications)
Status:

Position Open for Immediate Hire
Position Overview:

Gammon Theological Seminary invites applications for a faculty position in the History of Christianity. This position may be filled as either full-time or part-time, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and capacity.
We seek a teacher-scholar whose work connects marginalized histories to the broader narrative of Christianity and who can engage global, African American, and ecumenical traditions that shape the church’s life and witness today. Candidates with a focus on Black church history and Afro-diasporic traditions are especially encouraged to apply.
This role is primarily focused on online and hybrid instruction and includes teaching, student advising, and participation in administrative responsibilities within a newly independent seminary. Candidates with administrative experience—particularly in program development or continuing education—may be considered for full-time appointment.
Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Instruction

  •  Teach introductory and advanced courses in Church History / History of Christianity 
  •  Deliver engaging instruction across online, hybrid, and in-person formats 
  •  Incorporate culturally responsive and contextually grounded pedagogies 
Student Advising & Formation

  •  Advise and mentor students preparing for ministry, public leadership, and service 
  •  Support students in engaging diverse theological and ecclesial traditions 
Scholarship & Academic Engagement

  •  Maintain active scholarship in Church History or related fields 
  •  Engage interdisciplinary approaches that highlight lived experiences of Christian communities 
Institutional Service & Leadership

  •  Participate in faculty governance and seminary initiatives 
  •  Contribute to program development, continuing education, or special initiatives (as applicable) 
  •  Support co-curricular programming for clergy, laity, and public leaders 
Minimum Qualifications:

  •  Ph.D. in Church History, History of Christianity, or a closely related field (ABD candidates near completion will be considered) 
  •  Demonstrated teaching effectiveness, preferably at the graduate level 
  •  Ability to teach diverse student populations across modalities 
Preferred Qualifications:

  •  Scholarship engaging: 
    •  African American Church History 
    •  Global Christianity 
    •  Latin American Church History 
    •  American religious history or other culturally grounded approaches 
  •  Commitment to justice-oriented, inclusive theological education 
  •  Experience teaching in online and hybrid environments 
  •  Ability to engage topics related to race, gender, sexuality, and global Christian traditions 
  •  Experience in program development, continuing education, or academic leadership (for full-time consideration) 
  •  Familiarity with Wesleyan traditions (UMC, AME, CME, or related bodies) 
About Gammon Theological Seminary:

Gammon Theological Seminary is a historically Black United Methodist seminary located in Atlanta, Georgia, and is the only historically Black theological institution within the United Methodist Church. The Seminary is committed to academic excellence, leadership development, and preparing students for transformative ministry and public engagement.
Equal Opportunity Statement:

Gammon Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community and strongly encourage applications from individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit:
  •  Cover Letter 
  •  Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
  •  Three References (academic and professional – contact information only) 
  •  Teaching Statement (maximum 500 words) 
    •  Describe your teaching philosophy and how you support diverse learners 
Compensation:

Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and appointment type (full-time or part-time).