Back to Jobs & Calls

Professor of Theology

ALEXANDRIA, VA
Posted Jul 9, 2026
Job Title
Professor of Theology
Name of church or organization
Virginia Theological Seminary
Job Location
ALEXANDRIA, VA
Job Description
The successful candidate will teach 15 credits annually, comprised of a range of courses for Master’s- and Doctoral-level students at introductory and advanced levels. These include Historical Witness of the Church, a required course in the MDiv degree program that is jointly taught, as well as upper-level courses in theology. There are likely to be opportunities to teach residential intensives and online courses at our affiliated partner institution, The General Theological Seminary.

In addition to teaching, all faculty at VTS are expected to engage in a robust publishing program, contribute to learning offerings, participate in daily worship and shared lunch, advise students, and share in the seminary community.

Qualifications include:

  • Commitment to Christ and God’s mission in the world, and to theological education and formation;
  • A doctoral degree (PhD or ThD) in Theology conferred before June 30, 2027, with expertise in a focused field within the discipline;
  • Competence in teaching Theology at the Master’s level;
  • Evidence of or capacity for scholarly publication and research;
  • In line with the seminary’s Covenant, demonstrate a special strength or capacity for teaching and mentoring underrepresented students;
  • Knowledge of Anglican/Episcopal thinkers and sources, and ability to set their contributions within the broad sweep of ecumenical endeavor; working out of a methodology; and
  • Openness to teaching in online and face-to-face contexts.
Type of Commitment
Full Time
Does this job pay?
Yes
Application Process
Applicant should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae along with the names and email addresses of three references. The committee will begin their review of applications on September 14, 2026 and continue their work until the position is filled.
Application Deadline
09/14/2026
Link to the job posting or application
https://vts.edu/employment/
Website
www.vts.edu