Professor at Large

Department:	Academics
Work Schedule:	Approximately 20 hours/week, flexible
Job Status:	Part-Time
FLSA Status:	Salary Exempt
Reports To:	Vice President of Academics
Positions Supervised:	None
Amount of Travel Required:	Minimal

POSITION SUMMARY

Lincoln Christian University invites applications for a part-time professor-at-large faculty position in the area of general ministry. This is primarily a teaching position, with classes taught at both the undergraduate and graduate/seminary level. Other duties may be negotiated depending on the applicant’s strengths and experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach 12 credit hours (four classes) per year. Specific subjects will be assigned according to the applicant’s areas of expertise, but should include homiletics, pastoral care, and contextualized ministry. Classes will primarily be taught online, but may include other formats.
• Participate in the shared governance of LCU’s faculty: attend faculty meetings and serve on university committees, as appropriate.
• Accept as true LCU’s Statement of Faith and support LCU’s mission, vision, core values, and philosophy of education.
• Adhere to all University policies faithfully including the Employee Handbook and live “above reproach.”
• Participate in the spiritual life of LCU.
• Encouraged to lead spiritual events and engage in mentoring students.
• Attend campus employee meetings as scheduled. Meetings may be attended virtually.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants should possess a passion for teaching, the ability to teach creatively and engagingly in online formats, a spirit of collegiality, and an ability to draw prospective students and support recruitment efforts.
• Given the nature of this position, preferential consideration will be given to active members of independent Christian Churches or Churches of Christ, as these represent the University’s primary religious constituency.
• Commitment to the mission and vision of the University.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: An earned doctorate (PhD or DMin) in ministry or related field.

Experience: Extensive church leadership experience, preferably at the senior minister level. Active ministers are especially encouraged to apply.

Computer Skills: Proficient skills in Word, Excel, and Google Suite. Familiarity with learning management systems is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position can be done remotely or on campus if in the Lincoln, IL area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities	Stand	F
	Walk	C
	Sit	C
	Reach Outward	C
	Reach Above Shoulder	O
	Climb	N
	Crawl	N
	Squat or Kneel	F
	Bend	F
Lift/Carry	< 10 lbs	C
	11-20 pounds	O
	21-50 lbs	N
	51-100 lbs	N
	> 100 lbs	N
Push/Pull	< 12 lbs	O
	13-25 lbs	O
	26-40 lbs	N
	41-100 lbs	N

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Applicants should be prepared to respond to the University’s mission, core values, and statement of faith (available at https://lincolnchristian.edu/about-us/). Submissions will be accepted until position is filled.

Lincoln Christian University was founded in the heart of Illinois in 1944. Today, more than 1,000 students pursue their undergraduate, seminary, and adult and graduate studies education at our main campus, extension sites, and online. LCU offers a variety of majors and degrees ranging from professional two-year associate degrees to the Doctor of Ministry. The school is historically associated with the Christian Church/Church of Christ, or Restoration (Stone-Campbell) Movement. LCU alumni have served across the United States and in more than 160 countries. LCU gives its students the knowledge, skills, and Biblical worldview to live their mission in the church, the workplace, and the world.  Additional information about Lincoln Christian University is available at www.lincolnchristian.edu.

Lincoln Christian University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment practices on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, or prior military service. Lincoln Christian University encourages applicants who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the University to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. Federal guidelines clearly recognize the right of church-related institutions to seek personnel who will support the goals of the institution, including the right to select members of the church to which the institution is related.