Visiting Assistant Professor in Old Testament at Whitworth University – Spokane, Washington

Whitworth University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theology with a primary focus on the Old Testament. This four-year appointment offers the opportunity to join a collegial and mission-driven faculty committed to excellent teaching, meaningful scholarship, and the integration of Christian faith and learning.

The successful candidate will contribute to the intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation of undergraduate students through engaging classroom instruction, thoughtful scholarship, and participation in the shared life of the university. This role is ideal for a scholar-teacher who values undergraduate education, enjoys mentoring students, and seeks to work within a Christian liberal arts context that emphasizes both academic rigor and faithful discipleship.

About the Theology Department
Whitworth’s Theology Department is known for its strong commitment to teaching excellence, active scholarship, and Christian ministry. Faculty members take both the gospel and academic inquiry seriously, grounding students in Christian Scripture, history, and doctrine while preparing them for lives of faithful service across a wide range of vocations and ministries.

For full consideration, applications should be submitted by February 23, 2026.

Teaching and Curriculum

• Teach introductory and upper-division undergraduate courses in biblical studies, with an emphasis on the Old Testament.
• Regular courses include Old Testament Theology, Biblical Hebrew, and general Bible courses.
• Develop and teach additional courses aligned with the faculty member’s scholarly interests and areas of expertise.
• Maintain a teaching load of 21 credits per academic year across fall, January, and spring terms.

Scholarship and Professional Engagement

• Establish and sustain an active research and scholarly agenda appropriate to a teaching-focused institution.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and disciplinary conversations.

Advising and Service

• Provide academic advising and mentoring to undergraduate students.
• Participate in departmental responsibilities, faculty governance, and university service.
• Contribute to faculty development initiatives and the broader academic community at Whitworth.

• Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Old Testament / Hebrew Bible by the time of appointment. ABD candidates with anticipated completion during the current academic year will be considered.
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university standing within Reformed, evangelical, and ecumenical traditions
• Demonstrated ability or clear promise of effective undergraduate teaching.
• Evidence of scholarly potential and engagement.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, the language of instruction.

Salary Information
Visiting Assistant Professor, Theology (Non-Tenure Track)
Term: 9 months
Contract Start Date: July 1, 2026
Appointment Length: Four-year visiting appointment
Hiring range: $59,572 to $63,718
Commensurate with years of credited service. 1.75% increase to the minimum salary is granted for each year of credited service at the rank of assistant professor.

Applicants will be asked to submit the following:

• A cover letter addressing their qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• A statement of teaching philosophy.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• A statement describing how their Christian faith shapes their approach to teaching and scholarship.
• Names and contact information of three references.

A background check, sexual misconduct check, and confirmation of degrees earned will be required of the successful candidate.

Please note that Whitworth will not provide employer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates will need to maintain the legal right to work in the United States for the duration of their visiting faculty appointment.