About the Job

Colorado Christian University invites applicants for a full-time, exempt position of Assistant Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages in the School of Theology of the College of Undergraduate Studies. This position may be expected to teach both survey and upper-division courses in Old Testament and Semitic languages. Applications will be accepted immediately with the successful candidate beginning on July 1, 2023, for the Fall semester.

About CCU

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.

Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914. CCU’s motto is-grace and truth. This motto comes from John 1.14: “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (ESV)

CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.

Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings.

CCU embraces an educational model that was present at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars—competence, character and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time.

A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges-the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.

What is most appealing about working at CCU?

• Faith friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
• Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
• Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.

We’re looking for candidates who have:

• PhD in Old Testament or a closely related field including mastery of Hebrew with preference to candidates with proficiency in additional Semitic languages.
• Passion for higher education, commitment to growth in teaching and dedication to student success, including demonstrated mastery of online and video lessons.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and involvement in professional activities commensurate with the duration of time since earning a doctorate.
• Full-time ministry experience in a local church and a pastoral mindset toward students is preferred.
• International experience working in Europe or the Middle East or archaeological experience would be helpful.

Key Job Duties

• Contribute to CCU’s mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Assistant Professor of contributes to the mission by contributing to the University’s mission beyond the classroom through activities such as committee/task force work, community development, or similar activities internally and externally, which enhance and advance exemplary academics, personal spiritual growth, and engagement with the world.
• Teach a standard load of 24 semester hours per year of courses including general education such as BIB 111 Old Testament Survey, as well as upper-division courses such as HEB 310 Hebrew, BIB 315 OT Narrative and Law, BIB 318 OT Poetry and Wisdom, BIB 409 OT Prophetic Literature and other elective courses.
• Develop a center of excellence for teaching and publishing Semitic languages and textual criticism for both the Old and New Testaments.
• Contribute to the mission of the university beyond the classroom through activities such as committee work or leadership of CCU2theWorld mission trips.
• Maintain established office hours and be available to individual students for formal consultations and informal mentoring.
• Grow in commitment and effectiveness in the integration of Christian faith and learning.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Working irregular hours including evenings and weekends is expected. Local, statewide and national travel is required. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at the computer keyboard or workstation. Faculty responsibilities frequently require extended hours in the work week including evenings and weekends. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.

What we offer our employees:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package includes: a tuition waiver program, excellent healthcare, generous paid time off, matching 403(b) retirement plan, and additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings. Faculty pay will be assigned by rank at a range of $55,000-$60,000 annually. Pay is assigned by reviewing a combination of job-related factors that may include: internal/external pay equity, the salary structure/pay grade, or a candidate’s qualifications/experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage and CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process.