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Princeton Theological Seminary invites applications for a faculty position in Pastoral Theology, Care, and Counseling at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track).
The successful candidate will display a vital theological, ecclesiastical, and intercultural understanding of pastoral theology, care, and counseling. The MDiv and PhD degrees or their equivalents are required. The successful candidate will share responsibility for all the Seminary’s degree programs (MDiv, MTS, MACEF, MA (hybrid), MTE, ThM, and PhD), offering a broad range of required, introductory, and advanced courses that support the Seminary’s mission and take into account both the Practical Theology Department’s needs and their own research interests. Applicants are expected to have a portfolio of publications and teaching experience in the field of pastoral theology, care, and counseling and to have research interests in one or more of the following areas: spiritual, social, and political determinants of health; communal care, social justice, and liberation; pastoral theological perspectives on sexuality and gender.
Salary Range: $85,000-95,000
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Princeton Theological Seminary invites applications for a faculty position in Youth and Young Adult Ministries at the rank of Associate Professor (with tenure).
The successful candidate will display a vital theological, ecclesiastical, and intercultural understanding of youth and young adult ministries. The MDiv and PhD degrees or their equivalents are required. The successful candidate will share responsibility for all the Seminary’s degree programs (MDiv, MTS, MACEF, MA (hybrid), MTE, ThM, and PhD), offering a broad range of required, introductory, and advanced courses that support the Seminary’s mission and take into account both the Practical Theology Department’s needs and their own research interests. Applicants are expected to have a portfolio of publications and teaching experience in the field of Christian education and formation with specialization in the area of youth and young adults. The successful candidate will also have research interests in one or more of the following areas: pedagogical theory and practice; children and family; and spiritual, social, and political determinants of development.
Salary Range: $96,000-108,000
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The Polaris Young Adult Leadership Network at Princeton Theological Seminary cultivates connections among young adult Christian leaders across the United States, amplifying the scope and impact of their leadership through relationships and resources. The Senior Program Director provides senior leadership for all programming of the Polaris Young Adult Leadership Network, overseeing the design, development, and implementation of a growing portfolio of programs, events, and initiatives serving young adult Christian leaders ages 23–32. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position leads and manages the program team, holds primary responsibility for program quality, and serves as a key partner in advancing the mission and vision of the Polaris Young Adult Leadership Network at Princeton Theological Seminary. Because several positions supporting Polaris are embedded in other Seminary offices, this role also serves as the program team’s primary point of coordination with other offices across the institution, ensuring that grant-funded staff and shared institutional resources work in alignment with Polaris’s priorities and calendar.
Salary Range: $99,000-115,000 (commensurate with education, experience, and professional credentials)
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The Polaris Young Adult Christian Leadership Initiative at Princeton Theological Seminary cultivates the faith, flourishing, and leadership formation of young adult Christian leaders across the United States while shaping the intellectual, institutional, and organizational landscape around young adult Christian faith formation and leadership development. The Research Manager is a one-year, grant-funded position that operationalizes the Polaris Research Initiative Planning Grant, working closely with the Polaris Senior Research team (Research Scholar, Polaris Executive Director, and Associate Dean of Continuing Education) to plan and execute the planning year and research proposal. This position manages invitationsand logistics for a national network of scholars, researchers, and practitioners; coordinates a January 2027 convening and design sprint; organizes subsequent online sub-groups; and coordinates the writing and editorial teams that will shape Polaris’s next major research initiative proposal. The Manager serves as an integral member of the research design and writing team. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role is essential to maintaining momentum and coherence across an interdisciplinary group of scholars, practitioners, and institutional stakeholders throughout the one-year planning grant period.
Salary Range: $79,000-$85,000 (commensurate with education, experience, and professional credentials)
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Princeton Theological Seminary is seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our Dining Services team to contribute to providing high-quality, nutritious, and diverse meals for our student body. As a Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring that meals are prepared efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, student-centered environment and is eager to contribute to a team that values culinary creativity and student wellness.
Salary Range: $56,000–$61,000
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Job Purpose: The Assistant Director of the Institute for Youth Ministry is a role providing administrative and pastoral leadership of the IYM’s online and in-person programing and educational resources for people engaged in ministry with young people. This person will also assist with the development and implementation of IYM events and initiatives. Submit cover letter and Resume/CV to: iym@ptsem.edu
Salary Range: $75,000–$85,000
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The Controller serves as the lead accounting officer and, with limited supervision, is responsible for accounting operations, completion of the annual audit, internal and external financial reporting and internal control as well as compliance with GAAP and federal, state and local laws and regulations related to the finances of not-for-profit institutions. The Controller supervises the areas of general accounting, grant accounting, endowment/restricted funds accounting, debt compliance, cash management, payroll, accounts receivable (including student accounts), accounts payable, fixed assets, tax compliance and internal control systems for financial operations. Reports to the Vice President for Finance and CFO. Submit cover letter and Resume/CV to: apply@ptsem.edu.
Salary Range: $140,000–$165,000
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This Staff Accountant position is primarily responsible for the entry, reconciliation and recording of payroll and benefits information into the payroll system and the general ledger. The role ensures that the information for each payroll is correct and that the payroll information is accurately loaded into the general ledger. This role includes reviewing time and attendance submissions for non-exempt employees for accuracy, communicating payroll changes to the payroll processor, reconciling general ledger accounts for payroll withholding, and ensuring benefits payments match the benefits in the payroll/HRIS system. This role also serves as the primary resource for nonresident alien tax issues. Submit cover letter and Resume/CV to: apply@ptsem.edu.
Salary Range: $60,000 – $75,000
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The Director of Programs creates and facilitates programs, online educational offerings, and resource development for external learners and the broader public on behalf of Princeton Theological Seminary. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Continuing Education, this position will manage the design, build, and direct oversight of programs that focus on preaching, theological studies, and ministry practice (i.e. The Engle Institute of Preaching, the Princeton Seminar Series, etc.). This position will coordinate and manage programming, manage program vendors, oversee budgets, build/train a roster of program facilitators, and oversee additional staff as assigned. Submit cover letter and Resume/CV to: coned@ptsem.edu.
Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000
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The Senior Accountant is the person primarily responsible for ensuring that the endowment-tracking software – Balance by EverTrue (formerly Fundriver) – accurately reflects and serves as the detailed subledger for pooled investments, including incoming gifts, allocation of earnings, recognition of expenses and reconciliation of the subledger with the general ledger. The Senior Accountant also supports grant budgeting and reporting and fixed assets.
Salary Range: $85,000 – $95,000
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Prepares physical library materials for patron use and for ensuring proper access to those materials through standard print cataloging and serials practices and procedures.
Salary Range: $23.00 – $25.00
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Princeton Theological Seminary seeks a Systems Administrator to provide support and strategic oversight of our IT infrastructure and services. The successful candidate will be a technically skilled, solutions-oriented professional who ensures the reliability, security, and performance of our systems and networks.
Reporting to the Manager of Enterprise Infrastructure, the Systems Administrator plays a critical role in maintaining core IT services, supporting end users, and leading infrastructure projects that align with institutional goals. This position is an on-campus position with a hybrid work schedule to be discussed with the supervisor and based on business needs.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000
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Princeton Theological Seminary has an opening for a Head of Cataloging to lead the Wright Library’s Cataloging Department by providing direction, operational supervision, and hands-on expertise in the creation, management, and continuous improvement of bibliographic data and metadata across all formats. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality cataloging production, applying and advancing standards and best practices, and implementing tools and workflows that enhance discovery and access to collections. The position collaborates on departmental priorities and emerging initiatives, supervises and develops staff, and contributes to library-wide projects and the broader evolution of cataloging and metadata services in support of the teaching, learning, and research mission of Princeton Seminary and the needs of a global scholarly community.
Princeton Theological Seminary’s Wright Library is among the world’s most comprehensive theological research libraries, serving both the Seminary and the global community. The Library strengthens teaching, inspires learning, broadens access, fosters research, embraces change, and advances and preserves knowledge in support of the Seminary’s mission. Shaped by two centuries of development, the Library embraces its role at the intersection of the theological record and the community of scholars; continues Princeton Seminary’s commitment to build collections of depth; and promotes an environment of broad access to the theological heritage. With over 4 million print and electronic books in its general collections, a digital library (Theological Commons) of more than 160,000 resources, a robust Special Collections and Archives department, and an inspiringly beautiful building, Wright Library is a heavily utilized resource.
An application consists of a cover letter, resume, and contact points for three references.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $88,000
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Princeton Theological Seminary seeks a talented and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to develop visually compelling, brand-aligned designs that also highlight the distinct identities of the Seminary’s centers and institutes. Reporting to the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, this role requires a creative professional with strong organizational skills to manage and catalog visual assets for seamless accessibility and future use. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for design, deep understanding of brand strategy, and experience in maintaining an organized digital asset library.
Salary Range: $75,000 – $80,000
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Hispanic Theological Initiative is currently looking for Website Content Editor to provide support to advance and maintain HTI’s website. The Website Content Editor will work closely with the HTI Office and Programming to maintain accurate, functioning, and updating information on the website. The ideal candidate is a team player that takes pride in ensuring that programming details are up-to-date and accurate on the website. Is proactive, a problem-solver and passion for delivering high quality content on the website.
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