Assistant/Associate Professor of Church History (History of Christiani
Hybrid - US
Assistant/Associate Professor of Church History (History of Christiani
Full Time • Hybrid - US
Benefits:
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
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).
Flexible work from home options available.
About
OUR MISSION
GAMMON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY is the only Historically Black Theological Institution (HBTI) of The United Methodist Church.
Gammon Theological Seminary's mission is to provide academic and degree granting programs that help prepare individuals, who understand their vocation as working in partnership with God in forming a just and generative world for all, for the practice of Christian ministry and public leadership.
OUR VISION
Our Hope for the Future
To educate and equip persons, called by God, to be prophetic leaders for the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
OUR VALUES
What We Value at Gammon
OPENNESS
We seek to provide access to a ministry education for leaders of all backgrounds and walks of life.
CALLING
We strive to connect each student with their own personal calling to ministry so they can fully embrace and live out God’s plan for their life
LEGACY
We are proud of Gammon’s storied history, but we’re also excited about the bright future ahead for each of our students.
CONNECTION
We value the relationships with each of our students—even after they’ve graduated and embarked on their ministry journey.
What We Value at Gammon
OPENNESS
We seek to provide access to a ministry education for leaders of all backgrounds and walks of life.
CALLING
We strive to connect each student with their own personal calling to ministry so they can fully embrace and live out God’s plan for their life
LEGACY
We are proud of Gammon’s storied history, but we’re also excited about the bright future ahead for each of our students.
CONNECTION
We value the relationships with each of our students—even after they’ve graduated and embarked on their ministry journey.
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