CCCU - Council for Christian Colleges & Universities
Tenure Track Faculty in Worship Arts
CCCU - Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, Wilmore, Kentucky, United States, 40390
POSITION:
The Christian Ministries Department, within the School of Christian Studies at Asbury University, invites applications and nominations for an open-rank, tenure-track position in
Worship Arts
beginning August 2025.Worship Arts is an important part of the Asbury University campus and the life of the church. The Worship Arts program has a robust program that values a variety of worship approaches and traditions, focusing on helping graduates serve Christ and the church.INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT:
Asbury University is an independent, Christian, liberal arts university in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. In the desire to be a more inclusive community, reflective of the Kingdom of God, we especially encourage applications from candidates with ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented on our faculty and staff. At Asbury University, employees must display a committed and dynamic Christian faith along with the ability to support the University’s Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards, and mission. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to University policies and procedures – including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines, Human Sexuality Statement, and the Standard of Conduct for employees. Asbury University does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and program management activities equivalent to 24 credit-hours in an academic year. This would include teaching both introductory and upper-level courses in Worship Arts, maintaining the Worship Arts curriculum (recommending periodic modifications as desired), supervising Worship Arts program activities (such as travel bands and chapel bands), and advising students in the Worship Arts program, as well as serving on assigned department and university committees, and providing leadership and active participation in spiritual life activities on campus.ACADEMIC RANK:
Academic rank at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level commensurate with experience. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should possess a strong academic foundation in the theology and philosophy of worship, as well as a practical knowledge of contemporary music and leadership. A doctorate in Worship Arts or related field is desired. Individuals who hold a master’s degree in Worship Arts, Music, Theology, or a related field, along with significant experience in Worship Arts, and with a commitment to pursue a doctoral degree, and/or ABD’s who are close to completion, are encouraged to apply. At least three years of Worship Arts experience in addition to a master’s degree is a minimum requirement. Expectations include: a deep, personal commitment to Jesus Christ and the local church; evidence of pedagogical skills and scholarship; ability to teach beginning and advanced courses; willingness to design and facilitate on-line courses in the field; adherence to Asbury’s Wesleyan-Holiness statement of faith; capacity to lead and engage in interdisciplinary conversations with other faculty from a Wesleyan-Holiness perspective; and strong interpersonal skills.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to applicants with the most appropriate academic credentials in Worship Arts as well as practical experience in the field. While direct online teaching and learning experience are not required, willingness to adapt to distance-oriented teaching modalities is necessary, given the shifts taking place in higher education. Previous experience in online teaching or learning will be a plus for applicants.COMPENSATION:
Compensation is competitive and dependent upon education and experience. Benefits include retirement (TIAA/CREF) and insurance plans.INQUIRY PROCESS:
Questions may be directed to Dr. Brian Hull, Chair of the Department of Christian Ministries,
brian.hull@asbury.edu .Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement describing the current vitality of your personal Christian faith to
human.resources@asbury.edu
or mail to:Asbury UniversityHuman Resources1 Macklem DriveWilmore, KY 40390
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Christian Ministries Department, within the School of Christian Studies at Asbury University, invites applications and nominations for an open-rank, tenure-track position in
Worship Arts
beginning August 2025.Worship Arts is an important part of the Asbury University campus and the life of the church. The Worship Arts program has a robust program that values a variety of worship approaches and traditions, focusing on helping graduates serve Christ and the church.INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT:
Asbury University is an independent, Christian, liberal arts university in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. In the desire to be a more inclusive community, reflective of the Kingdom of God, we especially encourage applications from candidates with ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented on our faculty and staff. At Asbury University, employees must display a committed and dynamic Christian faith along with the ability to support the University’s Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards, and mission. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to University policies and procedures – including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines, Human Sexuality Statement, and the Standard of Conduct for employees. Asbury University does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and program management activities equivalent to 24 credit-hours in an academic year. This would include teaching both introductory and upper-level courses in Worship Arts, maintaining the Worship Arts curriculum (recommending periodic modifications as desired), supervising Worship Arts program activities (such as travel bands and chapel bands), and advising students in the Worship Arts program, as well as serving on assigned department and university committees, and providing leadership and active participation in spiritual life activities on campus.ACADEMIC RANK:
Academic rank at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level commensurate with experience. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should possess a strong academic foundation in the theology and philosophy of worship, as well as a practical knowledge of contemporary music and leadership. A doctorate in Worship Arts or related field is desired. Individuals who hold a master’s degree in Worship Arts, Music, Theology, or a related field, along with significant experience in Worship Arts, and with a commitment to pursue a doctoral degree, and/or ABD’s who are close to completion, are encouraged to apply. At least three years of Worship Arts experience in addition to a master’s degree is a minimum requirement. Expectations include: a deep, personal commitment to Jesus Christ and the local church; evidence of pedagogical skills and scholarship; ability to teach beginning and advanced courses; willingness to design and facilitate on-line courses in the field; adherence to Asbury’s Wesleyan-Holiness statement of faith; capacity to lead and engage in interdisciplinary conversations with other faculty from a Wesleyan-Holiness perspective; and strong interpersonal skills.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to applicants with the most appropriate academic credentials in Worship Arts as well as practical experience in the field. While direct online teaching and learning experience are not required, willingness to adapt to distance-oriented teaching modalities is necessary, given the shifts taking place in higher education. Previous experience in online teaching or learning will be a plus for applicants.COMPENSATION:
Compensation is competitive and dependent upon education and experience. Benefits include retirement (TIAA/CREF) and insurance plans.INQUIRY PROCESS:
Questions may be directed to Dr. Brian Hull, Chair of the Department of Christian Ministries,
brian.hull@asbury.edu .Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement describing the current vitality of your personal Christian faith to
human.resources@asbury.edu
or mail to:Asbury UniversityHuman Resources1 Macklem DriveWilmore, KY 40390
#J-18808-Ljbffr