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Phillips Theological Seminary

Womanist/Black Feminist Scholar in Practical Theology, Theology, or Ethics

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A Religious Studies Professor teaches foundational religious ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$74,459 / year median in Oklahoma

+4% projected growth

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Womanist/Black Feminist Scholar in Practical Theology, Theology, or Ethics Phillips Theological Seminary - 4.7 Tulsa, OK Job Details Tenure track From $65,464 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Student supervision Academic research projects Authoring academic publications Student mentoring University research Faculty collaboration Experience working with graduate students E-learning (training delivery method) Doctor of Philosophy All but dissertation Doctoral degree in theology Online instruction Theology Senior level Classroom Teaching Research supervision Religious teaching Full Job Description Position Description for Womanist/Black Feminist Scholar in Practical Theology, Theology, or Ethics Phillips Theological Seminary seeks a Womanist/Black Feminist scholar in Practical Theology, Theology, or Ethics for a tenure-track or tenure position. Rank will be determined based on experience. Applicants are expected to have a PhD or equivalent. ABD candidates may also apply. The successful candidate will teach four courses a year. The salary range is based on rank and is competitive for faculty among our peer institutions (i.e., free-standing ATS member schools that grant master's and DMin professional degrees in the US), with Assistant Professor starting at $65,464. We offer a full range of benefits, including health insurance for faculty members (with a nominal employee contribution), a 14% contribution to a retirement fund, and generous funding for research, travel, and sabbaticals. The appointee will teach in the Seminary's degree programs (MDiv, MTS, MAMC, MASJ, DMin). In addition to supplying required courses, the appointee will teach electives consistent with the Seminary's mission, area needs, and the appointee's research interests. The four courses will be taught in a variety of schedules and modalities (in person, thirteen-week, synchronous, asynchronous, short-format intensives, hybrid). The appointee will also contribute to Phillips' Black Church Traditions Emphasis and DMin Specialization in Black Church Traditions and Public Proclamation. Phillips is a seminary of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Faculty members are expected to work constructively within an ecumenical and progressive ethos informed by the Disciples' practice of inclusive theological hospitality. Faculty responsibilities include maintaining an active and excellent research and publication agenda; competent and effective teaching; supervising DMin students; mentoring students in Master's degree programs; service on faculty committees; and active participation in the Seminary's community life in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Applicants should upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three recommenders to
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Apply - Interfolio Review of application materials will commence October 1, 2026. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027. Inquiries about the position and nominations for it can be directed to Dr. Lisa Davison, Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs, at . Phillips Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.