Great Commission University (GCU) invites qualified and mission-minded educators to join our academic community. We seek faculty members who are committed to academic excellence, biblical scholarship, theological education, and the Great Commission of Jesus Christ.
Faculty members at GCU contribute to the academic development of students through teaching, mentoring, curriculum development, and participation in the life and mission of the University.
GCU is particularly interested in qualified faculty in the following areas:
Biblical Studies — Old Testament, New Testament, and related fields
Systematic Theology
Practical Theology
Historical Theology / Church History
Missiology and Intercultural Studies
Christian Ethics
Pastoral Ministry and Leadership
Christian Education and Spiritual Formation
GCU also welcomes qualified faculty in general education disciplines that support the University’s undergraduate programs, including:
Humanities and the Arts
Natural and Information Sciences and Mathematics
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Languages — Greek, Korean, Chinese, German, Spanish, and related fields
Faculty may be considered for teaching individual courses or for broader academic responsibilities, depending on program needs and the candidate’s qualifications.
Candidates should demonstrate:
Appropriate academic qualifications and degrees for the position
Expertise in their teaching or academic field
Commitment to Christian higher education and theological scholarship
Agreement with and affirmation of GCU’s Statement of Faith
Commitment to the mission and values of Great Commission University
Ability to contribute effectively to teaching, student mentoring, and academic development
Additional qualifications may be specified based on the specific teaching area or position.
Interested candidates should submit the following:
Submit Faculty Application for Employment — [Click]
Please ensure that all required information and documents are submitted through the application process.
Dr. Deborah Im
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Great Commission University
Email: deborahi@greatcommission.edu
Questions regarding faculty opportunities and the application process may be directed to Dr. Deborah Im at the email address above.
Applications are currently being accepted on an ongoing basis.
Faculty positions will remain open until qualified candidates are selected based on the University’s academic and programmatic needs.
Great Commission University seeks faculty who are academically qualified and committed to the University’s Christian mission. All faculty appointments are subject to the University’s hiring policies, academic standards, and Statement of Faith.
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