Assistant Professor of Religion (Biblical Studies), Religion and Philosophy Division

The Religion and Philosophy division of Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in religion, specifically biblical studies, beginning in the 2025-26 academic year.  Candidates should hold a completed Ph.D. by August 1, 2025.  Candidates should demonstrate (a) experience teaching general courses on Christian faith and scriptures, (b) an active research agenda, and a commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College. The position requires active membership in a Church of Christ. Ministerial experience in congregational contexts is strongly desired. The successful candidate will primarily teach multiple sections of required core courses that introduce students to the Christian faith and scriptures, and may also teach upper-level electives in their area of specialty, depending on curricular needs.

Pepperdine is a Christian university committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values, where students are strengthened for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.  Seaver College, the undergraduate liberal arts college of Pepperdine University, enrolls approximately 3,550 students at its residential campus in Malibu, California. The Religion and Philosophy Division of Seaver College offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in religion and philosophy, as well as three graduate degrees: the Master of Science in ministry, the Master of Divinity, and the Master of Arts in Old Testament, New Testament, church history, or theology.

Located near Los Angeles in Southern California, Pepperdine University is committed to excellence and diversity, both on campus and in the broader community. Toward that end, Pepperdine strives to cultivate a community of belonging, and therefore invites applications from a diverse group of applicants who are committed to excellence in their teaching, research, and service.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Application review will begin on November 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Please submit all application materials by clicking https://apply.interfolio.com/153249. 

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $87,795 - $93,909 per year

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials via this link:

1. A letter of application
2. A curriculum vitae 
3. Three current letters of reference. All letters should be specific to the position and completed within one year prior to the date of submission. The name and email address for each individual providing a letter of recommendation is required when submitting an ap