Professor of Theology and Director of the Centre for Spirituality and Community Wellness

Department of Theology

St. Stephen’s College in Edmonton, Alberta, wishes to appoint a Professor of Theology to establish, oversee, and direct the Centre for Spirituality and Community Wellness, including the development of a Faith and Community Leadership stream within the College’s graduate programming. This is a part-time (0.75 FTE) three-year contract position (with possibility of renewal for an additional two years). The position is available for on-campus or remote work. A detailed position description (including required qualifications and experiences) is appended below.

The successful applicant will be a team-oriented and creative individual, have organizational and problem-solving capacity, and be in essential agreement with the College’s Vision, Mission, and Values.

Application Deadline and Materials:

A complete application will consist of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three qualified references. Inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent in confidence to Dr. Andrew Krause, Assistant Dean. Applications will be reviewed beginning 20 August 2026, and the position will remain open until it is filled. The position is available for 1 October 2026 (or sooner, if possible).

About St. Stephen’s College:

Nestled on the main campus of the University of Alberta, St. Stephen’s College is a multifaith community that offers sacred spaces for learning and transformation. The roots of St. Stephen’s reach back to 1903; the College has been affiliated with both the University of Alberta and with the United Church of Canada since the founding of both organizations. A legislative Act to Incorporate St.



Stephen’s College (April 27, 1927; amended 1968) authorizes St. Stephen’s to confer degrees in divinity. Currently, the College offers degrees in Theological Studies, Psychotherapy and Spirituality, Art Therapy, and Spiritual Care. St. Stephen’s is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS), with approval for Comprehensive Distance Education. The College’s Art Therapy programs meet the educational standards of the Canadian Art Therapy Association (CATA).

St. Stephen’s College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workspace. We welcome and encourage applications from all interested candidates, and do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Applications from historically underrepresented groups and/or early career scholars are encouraged. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements: all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Detailed Position Description

POSITION: Professor of Theology and Director of the Centre for Spirituality & Community Wellness

DATE AND TERM: October 1, 2026 - September 31, 2029. This is a three year contract position with a possibility of renewal for an additional two years.

OTHER DETAILS: 0.75 FTE. Work may be completed onsite or remotely.



Salary will be negotiated with the Dean; salary and benefits are in accordance with the Faculty Personnel Policies of the College

Position Overview

The Professor of Theology and Director of the Centre for Spirituality & Community Wellness, together with the support of the Dean, Assistant Dean, and faculty members, will work to implement framework, program, and research innovations executed under the auspices of the Lilly-funded “Reimagining Theological Education in The United Church of Canada” project. Chief responsibilities include establishing, overseeing, and directing the College’s new Centre for Spirituality & Community Wellness, design of a new Community Certificate framework, and development of a Faith and Community Leadership degree/certificate program. Teaching responsibilities include supervision of two Doctor of Ministry students and teaching the equivalent of two 3-credit courses (topics TBD). The incumbent will be a contract, non-tenured member of the College’s core faculty. Salary will be negotiated with the Dean and benefits are in accordance with the Faculty Personnel Policies of the College.

Qualifications and Skills

- Doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, ThD, DMin) in theology, religious studies, and/or an area related to the College’s core disciplines; applicants with a doctoral degree in a complementary discipline (e.g., Psychotherapy/Counselling, Education, Social Sciences, etc.) with a previous graduate degree in theology (e.g., MDiv, MTS, MRE, MCS, etc.) are also encouraged to apply.
- Familiarity with a range of research approaches and methodologies, particularly qualitative research perspectives in a theological or

📌 Professor of Theology and Director of the Centre for Spirituality (Edmonton)
🏢 St. Stephen's College, at the University of Alberta
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