About
Kevin Jung is a Professor of Theological Ethics and Moral Philosophy at Wake Forest University’s School of Divinity, and core faculty in the Bioethics Program. His research bridges metaethics, moral ontology, and theology, addressing topics like AI ethics, divine will, and the intersection of faith and modern moral dilemmas. He holds an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary, an STM from Yale Divinity School, and a PhD from the University of Chicago.
Education:
- BA, Seoul Theological University
- MDiv, Princeton Theological Seminary
- STM, Yale Divinity School
- PhD, University of Chicago
Research focuses on moral epistemology, action theory, and the relevance of theological concepts to contemporary issues. Current projects include AI and theological ethics, and divine will's role in morality. His work engages thinkers like Augustine, Scotus, Kierkegaard, and Tolkien.
Key contributions include books such as *Christian Ethics and Commonsense Morality* (2014) and edited volumes like *Religious Ethics and Constructivism* (2018). His articles explore neuroethics, practical identity, and comparative religious ethics. He serves on editorial boards for the *Journal of Religious Ethics* and *Journal of the Society of Christian Ethics*.
Awards include the Science for Seminaries Grant (2014-2016) and Lilly Theological Scholars Grant (2008-2009). He teaches courses on theological ethics, the problem of evil, and neuroethics. His interdisciplinary work spans law, criminal justice, and biomedical ethics.
