Theology Faculty

The Saint Francis Theology Department in Fort Wayne, IN invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions beginning August 2026. The faculty will teach a standard 4/4 load, advise majors, pursue research, engage in professional development, and serve the University and community. The role requires a strong commitment to the University's Catholic mission, values, and intellectual tradition, with opportunities to develop courses in areas of expertise. A Ph.D. or equivalent is preferred, and candidates must assent to Roman Catholic Church teachings and obtain a Mandatum.

Must Have

• Teach a standard 4/4 load
• Advise majors
• Pursue research and professional development
• Be active in service to the Division, University and community
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the University
• Committed to teaching excellence and intellectual and spiritual formation of Saint Francis students
• Able and willing to teach a wide variety of introductory and upper-level courses within the field
• Conversant and immersed within the Catholic Intellectual Tradition
• Deep theological, broad philosophical, and thorough historical knowledge of the Catholic tradition
• Pursuing a clear and rigorous scholarly research agenda
• Strong communicators and collegial conversation partners
• Assent to all magisterial teaching of the Roman Catholic Church
• Obtain a Mandatum from the local ordinary
• Ph.D. or equivalent (or ABD candidates close to completion)

Good to Have

• Experience and ability in online teaching

The Saint Francis Theology Department in Fort Wayne, IN invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions beginning August 2026. The standard teaching load is 4/4 and faculty are also expected to advise majors, pursue research and professional development, be active in service to the Division, University and community and promote the mission, vision, and values of the University. While the majority of the faculty member’s teaching will be in-person, experience and ability in online teaching is desirable. The area of specialization is open and faculty will have the opportunity to develop courses within their area of expertise and interest. Rank and salary are dependent upon the appointee’s qualifications and experience. While a Ph.D. or equivalent is preferred, ABD candidates who are close to completion will be considered. The successful candidates will be expected to assent to all magisterial teaching of the Roman Catholic Church and obtain a Mandatum from the local ordinary.

The Theology Department is seeking applicants who are: committed to teaching excellence and the intellectual and spiritual formation of Saint Francis students; able and willing to teach a wide variety of introductory and upper-level courses within the field; conversant and immersed within the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, with deep theological, broad philosophical, and thorough historical knowledge of the Catholic tradition; pursuing a clear and rigorous scholarly research agenda, and strong communicators and collegial conversation partners.

The University of Saint Francis mission is: “The University of Saint Francis offers formation of the whole person by providing an encounter with the heart and mind of Jesus Christ so that God, who is Love, may be loved. Through our Catholic identity, Franciscan charism, and liberal arts tradition, we prepare students for personal and professional lives of virtue, service, and joy.” Saint Francis’ Core Values are:

• Ceaseless Adoration – We adore God and interact with others in a way that honors His Presence.
• Generous Love – We spend time in community, give of ourselves, and accept help from others.
• Franciscan Joy – We delight in the simple things and give thanks in all circumstances.

Fort Wayne is the second largest city in the state of Indiana. It is home to a newly revitalized downtown area. The city and surrounding environs are known for their affordable, family-friendly atmosphere. The city is also home to a strong Catholic community, many thriving parishes, and Catholic institutions such as Our Sunday Visitor, Inc. The city boasts an ever-developing network of biking trails, nearby lakes, music (Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Bach Collegium, Sweetwater Sound) and minor league sports teams (baseball, hockey, and soccer).

To apply, candidates should complete the online application and include a letter of application, a curriculum vitae with contact information for three professional references, a 1-page double-spaced statement of teaching philosophy, and a small representative sample of teaching effectiveness. The letter of application and statement of teaching philosophy should include the candidate anticipates their commitment to Saint Francis’s mission, Catholic identity, and Core Values will come to expression as a prospective Saint Francis faculty member.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by November 15, 2025 will be given full consideration. Fully or partially AI-generated dossiers will not be accepted. For questions, contact the SF HR Team at hr@sf.edu.

The university’s strategic plan can be found at: https://be.sf.edu/renew-2028/

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