Professor of Baptist World Missional Engagement and Director of the Baptist World Alliance Program
Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary seeks an Associate or Full Professor (Tenure–track or Tenured) for The Lampsato Chair in Baptist World Missional Engagement and Director of the Baptist World Alliance Program who can start August 1, 2026. Details for this position can be found at: https://www.baylor.edu/truett/.
Qualifications – Candidates must possess an earned research doctorate, such as a Ph.D., Th.D., or Ed.D., in an appropriate field of study no later than December 31, 2025. Prior classroom and ministry experience will be valued highly. Preference will be given to those with a M.Div. Additionally, candidates must be committed to the Baptist tradition with evidence of active involvement in Baptist church life.
Responsibilities – Teaching, Administration, Research, and Service: Candidates should have administrative experience and the ability to interface with Baptist constituents worldwide. Candidates should have a research agenda and the ability to publish. Candidates should have the capacity to teach courses in the areas of Baptist History, Polity, Theology, and/or Witness. Applicants are encouraged to review Truett’s catalog and course descriptions (https://catalog.baylor.edu/truett-theological-seminary/). Candidates will also be expected to serve the academic unit and the university through various committee assignments. Service to the wider community is also appreciated.
About Baylor University: Located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while giving faculty and staff a chance to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our Strategic Plan: Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor's mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.
About Truett Seminary: Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary exists to equip God-called people for gospel ministry in and alongside Christ’s Church by the power of the Holy Spirit. Truett’s main campus is housed at Baylor University in Waco, and additional campuses serve students in Houston and San Antonio. Truett supports and celebrates both women and men for ordained ministry, has established a Black Church Studies program, and offers various Masters degrees in Christian Ministry, Theological Studies, Sports Ministry, and Contextual Witness alongside the traditional M.Div. degree. Joint degrees are available in Business, Education, Law, Music, and Social Work. The seminary also offers the Doctor of Ministry degree and a Ph.D. in Preaching. Truett aspires to be a leader in the training of thoughtful, faithful Christian ministers for a twenty-first century church and world. Candidates are encouraged to review Truett’s website for information about the seminary’s identity, vision, and mission, the Wesley House of Studies program, and the seminary catalog: https://www.baylor.edu/truett/.
Application Instructions: Please submit a letter of interest (cover letter), a curriculum vitae, and academic transcripts for all higher education degrees through Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/176070. Candidates may subsequently be asked to provide a philosophy of teaching statement, written responses to specific questions, and letters of reference. Complete applications will be reviewed beginning on November 15, 2025. Applications will be received until finalists are selected, but not later than December 20, 2025. Questions concerning this position may be directed to Dr. Mike Stroope, search committee chair, [email protected].
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, pregnancy status, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
