United Theological Seminary Welcomes
Dr. Max Botner to Faculty
Dr. Max Botner to teach New Testament at Dayton, Ohio, seminary
DAYTON, Ohio, May 13, 2026 — United Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that Dr. Max Botner will join its faculty as Associate Professor of New Testament, effective July 1, 2026.
Dr. Botner currently serves as Associate Professor for the School of Theology and Leadership and Director of the Center for Bible Study at Jessup University in Rocklin, California. He has served as a lecturer and researcher in the US, UK and Germany, and is a widely published New Testament scholar. Released in April 2026, his most recent work is How Then Shall We Read? A Student’s Guide to Interpreting the New Testament (Eerdmans, 2026).
Dr. Botner holds a Master of Arts degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary and a PhD in New Testament Studies from the University of St. Andrews. His research interests include Jewish exegetical practices, ancient messianism and early Christology, and early Jewish and Christian sacrificial theologies.
“I am deeply honored and excited to join the United Theological Seminary community,” said Dr. Botner. “United’s commitment to robust and transformational theological education aligns closely with my own passions in teaching and scholarship. I look forward to serving alongside outstanding colleagues and investing in students as we pursue Spirit-led formation for the renewal of the Church and the transformation of the world.”
United Theological Seminary, located in Dayton, Ohio, is the second largest of the thirteen United Methodist theological schools in the United States. Since 1871, it has prepared men and women to become faithful and fruitful Christian leaders who make disciples of Jesus Christ. Now in its 155th academic year, United serves more than 600 students, representing over 20 nations and more than 50 denominations.