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Adjunct Teaching

•Church History

•Rel

C 225, 320, 341, 342, 343

(Day, Evening, or Online) Brigham Young University

•4.5 Provo, UT Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Qualifications Master's degree

Full Job Description Job Title :

Adjunct Teaching

•Church History

•Rel

C 225, 320, 341, 342, 343

(Day, Evening, or Online) Although this position can be taught online, the successful candidate must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.

Start Date:

January 4, 2027 (Winter Semester 2027)

Posting Close Date :

October 17, 2026

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NOTE:

Last day to apply is Friday, October 16, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Required Degree :

Master's degree. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Preferred Experience :

The candidate will demonstrate exceptional potential for teaching the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. This will often, but not always, be demonstrated by teaching experience in religious education in the Church Educational System.

Duties :

Teach assigned classes in Church History & Doctrine (Rel C 225 Foundations of the Restoration; Rel C 320 Doctrine & Covenants; Rel

C 341, 342, 343

History of the Church). Classes could be day, evening, or BYU Online classes. BYU's Department of Church History & Doctrine is dedicated to furthering the mission of Brigham Young University and BYU Religious Education to teach the restored gospel of Jesus Christ from the scriptures and modern prophets in a way that helps each student develop faith, become lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ, and strengthen their ability to find answers, resolve doubts, and respond with faith. In a cover letter, candidates should describe their qualifications for—and interest in—teaching the Foundations of the Restoration course, including academic training, past teaching experience, and other evidence of competency and proficiency for teaching the course. Information about the course aims and outcomes can be found in the BYU catalog at https://catalog.byu.edu/ . Documents Required at the

Time of Application:

Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note:

Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.