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Location: Onsite, Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Annual Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000
Start Date: July 1, 2027
Department: Moody Theological Seminary
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Shape the Next Generation of Pastors and Ministry Leaders
Moody Bible Institute is seeking an experienced pastor, preacher, and educator to join our faculty as an Assistant Professor of Pastoral Studies and Preaching. This role provides an opportunity to invest your ministry experience, theological expertise, and passion for discipleship into preparing future pastors and Christian leaders for faithful and effective service.
About Moody
Moody Bible Institute equips people with the truth of God's Word through biblical higher education, media, and ministry resources. For more than a century, Moody has prepared students for Christian service through academic excellence, spiritual formation, and practical ministry training.
The Opportunity
As an Assistant Professor of Pastoral Studies and Preaching, you will teach and mentor students preparing for pastoral ministry while contributing to a Christ-centered academic community.
Primary teaching responsibilities include courses in:
- Expository Preaching
- Pastoral Theology
- Pastoral Ministry
- Related Applied Theology and Global Church Ministries courses
In addition to teaching, you will:
- Mentor and advise students in their academic, spiritual, and ministry development
- Participate in curriculum development and assessment initiatives
- Engage in scholarship, research, and professional development
- Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to strengthen academic programs
- Teach in multiple instructional formats, including in-person, HyFlex, and online environments
Qualifications
Required
- Terminal degree in Pastoral Studies, Applied Theology, Global Church Ministries, or a related field
- Minimum 10 years of senior pastoral ministry experience
- Demonstrated expertise in expository preaching and pastoral theology
- Strong teaching, communication, and mentoring skills
- Record of scholarly engagement through publication, research, or professional contributions
- Commitment to student development and Christian higher education
- Alignment with Moody Bible Institute's mission, doctrinal beliefs, and biblical values
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Preferred
- Research PhD in Homiletics, Practical Theology, Pastoral Studies, or related discipline
- College, university, or seminary teaching experience
- Experience mentoring future ministry leaders
- Ongoing scholarly research and publication
Work Location
This position is based on Moody Bible Institute's Chicago campus. Faculty maintain a regular on-campus presence, typically a minimum of three days per week during the academic year. Occasional travel to Moody's Michigan campus may be required.
Additional Information
- Candidates must demonstrate alignment with Moody Bible Institute's mission, doctrinal beliefs, and Christian values.
- Employees are required to affirm Moody's Statement of Faith and adhere to Community Standards.
- Moody values individuals who engage others with respect, professionalism, and a commitment to biblical principles.
- Moody Bible Institute complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws and, as a religious educational institution, reserves the right to employ individuals whose beliefs and practices are consistent with its mission, doctrinal statement, and community standards.
Why Join Moody?
At Moody, your impact reaches far beyond the classroom. You'll help prepare future pastors and ministry leaders who will serve churches and communities around the world. Join a community committed to biblical truth, academic excellence, spiritual formation, and advancing the gospel.
If you are passionate about developing the next generation of Christian leaders through teaching, scholarship, and mentorship, we invite you to apply.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000