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Job number: APTAV119903#006

• The Faculty of Theology and Philosophy is looking for a colleague 2 x, a colleague/research old (historical and organized theology) to join the Institute
• He joined the international -level faculty (QS) ranked 22nd world/first in Australia) in educating the next generation of religious teachers
• ACU offers 17 % of employers retirement, salaries and generous leave provisions
• 2 x full -time, continuous roles in our Melbourne is forbidden With some hybrid flexibility

About the role:

Work inside Institute of Religion and Critical InvestigationResearch Fellow/Fellow Research (historical and regular theology) will conduct distinguished research as a member of the program in religion and theology. The field of specialization will be widely lies in contemporary theology, with a focus on historical and systematic theology, and the Catholic theology depicting a residence. The program of religion and theology is home to historical and methodological theology, philosophical theology, the philosophy of religion, Christian spirituality, the thought and Catholic practice, and the Catholic intellectual traditions. Many of our multidisciplinary work seeks to link historical theological traditions and texts with contemporary facts. Examples of our current international research projects include “Catholic theology” and “The Theology participating in art”. The recently concluded research projects include “spiritual understanding in the secular era: the involvement of art as religious rituals”; “Recovering self -judgment: agency, weakness, and relationship.” Our research symposium series will explore in 2026 the contemporary theology of sin and salvation. Research colleague/research colleague (historical and systematic theology) will contribute to research and teaching at the institute, faculty and university members. We are looking for applicants who have research experience in both the widespread historical theology, as well as the clear ability to develop historical theological sources in dialogue with contemporary issues. We are also looking for candidates with educational experience and communication skills.

Research Fellow/Fellow Research (historical and systematic theology) will conduct his own research, which leads to high -quality publications and is expected to follow functional development in other areas of research activity including supervision of research students, external grants applications, and participation and influence activities. In order to help the successful applicant in developing a competitive research profile to attract external financing, additional search time will be provided for the first two years of appointment (70 % of research / 20 % of teaching / 10 % service), with the possibility of additional search time in the third year. After that point, in the absence of other considerations such as external financing, a standard work mix will be applied in one line for the application at the time.

The applicants will work collectively and cooperatively to build their research and teaching profiles and contribute to the team’s projects in their fields of specialization and through the traditional disciplinary limits as necessary. They are expected to contribute to the cooperative activities of the program, including seminars, reading groups and workshops. They are also expected to contribute to the collective and scientific life of the broader institute and faculty. The Institute includes Christian theologians, early Christianity, the Bible and Religious Studies, and we expect that the applicants will be motivated to join a society of scientists interested in enhancing and preserving talks between these different disciplines.

Including totalitarianism and diversity Supports the strategic vision of ACU to enable prosperous life, promote prosperous societies, and build an ethical future: we strongly encourage applications from active actress groups.

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communication:

Public inquiries can be sent to Philip McCosker, Director of the Program, Institute of Religion and Critical Investigation: Philip.mccosker@acu.edu.au

What we offer:

• The university follows the agenda of excellence and provides an environment in which employees are welcomed and safe, and they are appreciated through development, participation and participation.
• Total bonuses worth $ 142,635 – $ 168,220 of the total ReM (Pro Rata), including the salary component of $ 120,529 – $ 142,305 (Pro Rata) PA (ACADemic Level B – Research Fellow) The employer’s contribution to retirement and the annual leave.
  Total bonuses worth $ 178,414 – 193,705 Total Rem (Pro Rata) PA, including salary component 151,018 – 164,087 dollars (Pro Rata) PA (Academic level C – older research colleague) The employer’s contribution to retirement and the annual leave.
• 17 % of retirement contributions from the employer for continuous and advanced employees in the fixed term.
• The annual download of the vacation of 17.5 % of four weeks of Pro Rata salaries, depends on the date of your start.
• As an ACU employee, you will have access to generous benefits that include but not limited to: flexible work, Study leave, a variety of leave provisions And fill in salaries. Find out more information about Benefits or work in ACU here.

How to apply:

Step 1: Refer to description of the situation and become familiar with it Our mission and The application process

Step 2: Click the “View Place and Apply” button, and fill in the candidate application details, including:

• CV (maximum 5 pages).
• Responses to the basic selection and competencies criteria in a coverage letter (as a maximum of two pages) or on the advertising application and online standards page.
• Three years search plan* (two pages) (*Candidates must add their research statement after the coverage letter in one document).
• Bringing online responses to any pre -recruitment screen questions.

For a successful candidate abroad, ACU will provide support for visa care.

Applications are closed: November 05-2025 at 11:59 pm East Standard time

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About ACU:

The Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a comprehensive community that welcomes students and employees of all beliefs. ACU has more than 2,500 employees that support more than 34,000 students in eight universities – Balarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strashfield, Blackton and Rome.

ACU is looking to be house For our employees, provide family care and develop an academic and vocational society. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are an academic or professional employee, there are many opportunities to learn and contribute to ACU.

As valuable members in our society, it is expected that all employees understand ACU a task And values ​​and to show an active contribution to them.

ACU does not accept the requests of candidates submitted by external employment agencies through the ACU Careers.

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