Job description
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School at Trinity Western University
Start Date: August 1, 2026
For over a century, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) has stood at the intersection of rigorous scholarship and deep Christian faith, forming generations of pastors, missionaries, and theologians who serve the global church. As TEDS enters a new chapter as the embedded seminary of Trinity Western University (TWU) in Langley, British Columbia, we are expanding our academic team to support this exciting integration and growth.
TEDS offers a range of graduate and doctoral programs rooted in the authority of Scripture and the transformative power of the gospel. Our faculty and staff affirm the TWU Statement of Faith and uphold the Community Covenant, fostering a vibrant academic and spiritual community.
We invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in New Testament, beginning August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team committed to theological excellence, spiritual formation, and global engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach graduate-level courses.
- Engage in ongoing scholarly research and publication.
- Contribute to curriculum development and accreditation processes.
- Participate actively in committee service.
- Mentor and support students in their academic and spiritual formation.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated teaching ability.
- Qualities of character and personality expected in a teacher and counselor of students, and other Christian virtues.
- Demonstrated commitment to ministry.
- Evidence of theological competence in the handling of scripture.
- A terminal degree is ordinarily required for teaching New Testament. (Candidates in the final stages of such a doctoral program may also be considered.)
- Demonstrated ability in scholarship and research.
About Trinity Western University
Trinity Western University is a global Christian university of the arts, sciences, and professions located in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. Recognized for quality, TWU is consistently ranked among the top two universities in Canada for Educational Experience by the National Survey of Student Engagement; holds two Canada Research Chairs; wins National Championships in U Sports; and emphasizes experiential learning to prepare graduates to make a global impact.
TWU has been developing leaders of character and competence for more than 50 years. Interested candidates are asked to carefully review the TWU Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, and Community Covenant (available at https://www.twu.ca/about-us/commitments). Successful candidates must be willing to support these statements during their employment at TWU.
Learn More
- More information about Trinity Evangelical Divinity School can be found at https://www.teds.edu.
- A new page at the Trinity Western University website will be available beginning November 1, 2025.
Equity and Inclusion
Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the University’s mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law. We particularly invite applications from indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Applicants requiring accommodations during the application process are encouraged to contact the People & Culture Department at [email protected].
Benefits Of Working At TWU:
- A comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, and insurance and an RRSP matching program.
- Annual statutory holidays (14) with generous vacation accruement.
- Tuition Benefit for TWU undergraduate and graduate level courses to enhance knowledge and professional competency.
- Torch tuition scholarship for dependents of eligible employees attending TWU.
- Free access to TWU’s fitness/gym facilities and the Norma Marion Alloway Library.
- Discounts and perks for the on-site Trinity Western Outfitters Campus Store cafeterias and bookstore, as well as shops and restaurants in Fort Langley.
- Wellness benefits (i.e., counselling, sick days, personal days, and health/wellness spending account).
- Free recreational equipment rentals (e.g., paddle boards, snowshoes, kayaks, etc.).
- Free employee parking on campus.
- Special community events throughout the year.
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP).
- A positive Christian fellowship environment.
Trinity Western University is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Sto:lo people.
Annual Salary Ranges:
Instructor: $62,872 – $75,637
Assistant Professor: $73,479 – $95,401
Associate Professor: $85,481 – $114,606
This position is subject to budgetary approval.
How to apply
Applicants must submit the following:
- A cover letter outlining interest and fit for the position.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Verification of terminal degree (or status in a doctoral program).
- Signed TWU Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.
- A two-page statement describing how your Christian faith informs your teaching and scholarship.
Please complete the online application available here; only complete applications will be considered. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
