Lecturer in Old Testament at the Brisbane School of Theology

Brisbane School of Theology invites applications for the position of a full-time lecturer in Old Testament to begin Semester 1, 2027. BST is a gospel-centred, evangelical and interdenominational Bible college, which has been training men and women for ministry and mission for more than 80 years. It provides theological formation for a lifetime of Christian service, congregational leadership, and cross-cultural mission. BST is an affiliate college of the Australian University of Theology.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will demonstrate mature Christian character, evangelical conviction, generosity across theological difference, and a willingness to embrace the mission and culture of BST. They will have a proven ability in teaching, preaching and scholarship, a relevant doctorate, and ministry experience.

The Role

Teaching & supervision

  • Teach units at degree, graduate and postgraduate levels (normally 2-3 units per semester). Specific units to be taught will be decided in consultation with the Principal. Proposed one-semester units are Old Testament Foundations (annually), Old Testament Prophets and Writings (annually), Old Testament exegesis units (rotation of four units over two years), Biblical Hebrew I & II (every other year). Includes preparation and administration of course and grading assessments.

  • Supervise projects for BTh/BMin Honours, MDiv and MTS students in the area of Old Testament; supervise MTh and PhD students in the area of Old Testament.

Research & scholarship

  • Research: pursue academic research, including publication in relevant academic venues.

  • Scholarship: publish in area of expertise in non-research venues (e.g., popular books, websites, podcasts).

Service

  • Engage in the College’s communal life and activities (e.g., leading chapel and preaching; involvement in Ministry Awareness Program, college camp; formally mentoring students).

  • Promote the college (e.g., preaching in churches, speaking at conferences).

  • Administrative duties as assigned by the Principal.

Other Information

  • Full-time

  • Reports to: Principal

  • Remuneration: based the Higher Education Industry—Academic Staff Award 2020

For more information about the college, see www.bst.qld.edu.au. For more detailed information about the position please contact the Acting Principal, Dr Robert Edwards at info@bst.qld.edu.au.

To apply please email your CV to info@bst.qld.edu.au

Applications close 19 June