Faculty - New Testament

The Biblical and Theological Studies Field of Moody Bible Institute seeks to appoint a full-time junior or senior faculty member to its Chicago campus in preparation for the 2023-2024 academic year. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in New Testament theology and exegesis, excellent communication skills, involvement in academic research, eagerness to mentor students and perform faculty service, and enthusiasm for MBI’s mission and theological commitments.

Teaching responsibilities will consist of 12 hours per semester and lie mainly in the undergraduate school, although the ability to teach at the seminary level and/or in our online venues would be an asset. Primary undergraduate teaching needs include Greek grammar and syntax, hermeneutics, biblical introduction, biblical theology, biblical ethics, a required upper-division course on Paul’s Epistle to the Romans, as well as elective courses on various New Testament books and topics.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Prepare syllabi and teach students in assigned courses.
• Determine instructional outcomes appropriate to each course taught and assess student academic and/or skill achievement related to those outcomes. Such outcomes are to be consistent with departmental mission and objectives.
• Be prompt in submission of grades, reports, and other required information.
• Serve as academic advisor to assigned students
• Assist the program head with the development and maintenance of program goals.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a program assessment plan.
• Work with the program head and field chair to implement changes in program curriculum based upon assessment results.
• Provide the field chair with professional goals and objectives for the annual performance review.
• Attend designated chapels and events, eat meals with students in the Student Dining Room and engage in informal time with students as opportunity permits, in order to further the sense of community, shared values and experiences.
• Be engaged in professional development, scholarship, and research appropriate to primary discipline and in the scholarship of teaching.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Bible with emphasis in the New Testament, with undergraduate teaching experience
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to the Christian faith and a desire to integrate faith into all aspects of teaching.
• Desire to grow in their spiritual lives and develop as mentors of students
• Respect and appreciation for the diversity and contribution of all faculty
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Personal integrity, passion, and perseverance
• Teaching ability and a proven commitment to educating students
• Able to work in the US legally without sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

• PhD in New Testament/Early Church, DMin or similar terminal level of degree in field

Work Environment/Conditions

Moody Bible Institute is a Christian-based Higher Education and Media Ministry. We exist to equip people with the Truth of God’s Word. If you are mission-minded, and have a servant’s heart, join us as we look to further impact the Kingdom of God.

Rank and salary commensurate with degree and experience.

Applicant résumés will be reviewed as they are received, with formal review of applicants beginning on May 1st, 2023.

The Moody Bible Institute is a Bible college located in downtown Chicago with an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1200. The college is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education and the Higher Learning Commission.

Additional Information

Moody Bible Institute is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Candidates must align with MBI’s Christian identity.  Employees are expected to sign a Statement of Faith and adhere to the Community Standards.

We comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and any other applicable legally protected category.  As a religious institution, we have the right to, and do, require that employees hold beliefs consistent with our Doctrinal Statement and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our religious beliefs, as explained in our Community Standards.