Professor of History of Christian Worship

The Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies (www.iws.edu) is seeking a part-time professor to teach an intensive master’s level course on the History of Christian Worship commencing in January 2026. The course meets on campus twice a year, the first to second Wednesday after January 1 and the second to third Wednesday in June. This is a hybrid course which includes an online component in conjunction with the one-week intensive class time. In keeping with its holistic theology of education, IWS considers a wide range of criteria in the selection of its teaching faculty. Among these are: academic degrees; teaching experience and performance; commitment to academic, professional and spiritual formation; experience in ministry; commitment to assist students in reflection; ongoing learning and scholarly productivity; collegiality; knowledge of technology; theological congruence with IWS; diversity and balance. The relative weight placed on these criteria may vary with the subjects to be taught.

For teaching in the Master of Worship Studies program IWS seeks candidates with a completed terminal degree (as defined in the field of the degree) in a field related to the course matter. For this specific course IWS is seeking someone with: • Knowledge of the biblical and theological foundations of Christian worship; • In-depth knowledge of the history of Christian worship, including some knowledge of Christian worship in non-Western traditions; • Knowledge of historical theology and/or liturgical studies; • Experience in teaching the course matter; • Candidates nearing a completed terminal degree may be considered. The instructor is responsible for: • Developing the course syllabus and related materials for the class; • Developing and grading student assignments; • Participating in all general faculty responsibilities (attendance at evening practicums, occasional committee work, and plenary faculty meetings, etc.).

To apply, candidates should send a cover letter that includes important background information, a general philosophy of education and teaching, an explanation of their desire to teach at IWS, along with a vita. Nominators should secure approval from a candidate before sending a letter of nomination that includes the candidate’s contact information. Please send nominations or cover letters and vitae to Andrew Hill, Acting Academic Dean, Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies, at: [email protected]. Submission deadline is 1 August 2025 or until the position is filled.