Description

The Department of Theology at Creighton University invites applications for a non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor for a one-year appointment, with the ability to renew at the Dean's discretion, specializing in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. The successful applicant will teach a 4-4 course load offering primarily foundational courses in the College’s Magis Core entitled “The Biblical Tradition” (second-year students). The Department also has teaching needs for “The Christian Tradition” (first-year students). We seek individuals committed to being outstanding teachers within a primarily undergraduate-serving college. 

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Theology (or S.T.D. or Th.D.) is preferred, advanced ABD will be considered
• Ability to foster student learning, development, and decision making in support of their goals, success, wellness, and needs 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations 
• Empathy and compassion for the experiences of others

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit their application through Interfolio. When prompted please upload the following:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A 500-word response to the university's and department’s mission statement (found here: https://www.creighton.edu/arts-sciences/theology/mission)
• A 500-word statement describing the applicant’s teaching philosophy
• Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which should speak to the candidate’s teaching ability
• Original academic transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended (photocopies acceptable during initial application process) 

Review of completed applications will begin February 2nd, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. For further information, please visit https://www.creighton.edu/arts-sciences/theology/ If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Ashley Hall, Chair of the Department of Theology (h.hall@creighton.edu). For questions or issues submitting your application or materials, please don’t hesitate to contact HR@creighton.edu. 

About Creighton 

At Creighton, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-yearold Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries on innovation. We pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society. We seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values.

Omaha is a diverse community of 850,000 with four Fortune-500 companies, an active sports scene, and a vibrant arts community. Recent Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College rankings recognized Creighton University among the top 20% of institutions in its survey and among the Top 10 big-city colleges in the Midwest. Creighton University also ranks in the top third of National Universities in U.S. News & World Report’s and was previously recognized for 16 years in a row as No. 1 among Best Regional Universities – Midwest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AAP/EEO Statement 

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