Assistant Professor Old Testament & Hebrew

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor College of Christian Studies welcomes applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a specialty in Old Testament and Hebrew. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Old Testament and Hebrew and introduction to Old or New Testament, beginning in late July of 2026.  UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.

The College of Christian Studies offers three degree programs with a variety of concentrations and minors:  Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies, Bachelor of Christian Ministry (five concentrations available), and Bachelor of Transformational Development (in collaboration with UMHB’s McLane College of Business).

UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central Texas.  Nearby cities are Temple (5 miles), Waco (45 miles), Austin (65 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles).  Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.

Faculty Responsibilities: Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching, curriculum development and student advising; professional attainment; and service to the college, university, and the community. While primarily a teaching institution, UMHB recognizes and rewards research, publication, and other forms of scholarly attainment.

Specific Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have competence in Old Testament and Hebrew. At least half of the teaching will be in service to the Core. Teaching responsibilities include online as well as classroom courses. Full-time faculty members typically teach 12 hours per semester with three course preparations.

Qualifications:

• A PhD from a regionally accredited university or seminary in the field of Old Testament and Hebrew.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills, a dedication to professional attainment, and commitment to quality improvement are essential.
• Collegiality is essential.
• Must be an active, and committed Christian.
• Because of the specific mission of the College of Christian Studies, the candidate must be a Baptist and sustain active membership in a local Baptist church.
• Ministry experience is considered an asset for this position.
• Must agree to the University’s Employee Statement of Understanding.

Salaries & Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match, and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.

To Apply: Visit www.umhb.edu/careers for more details and to apply. Please submit a cover letter, CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application. Your letter of interest should respond to UMHB’s mission and values, found at https://www.umhb.edu/about/mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.