Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

Australian Catholic University – Strathfield NSW Campus Location: North Sydney, Australia | Strathfield, Australia Provide academic expertise in Religious Education to the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy Join a mission-driven, world class faculty (QS ranked 22nd globally / 1st in Australia) in educating the next generation of religious educators ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions Full time, continuing role at our North Sydney or Strathfield campus with some hybrid flexibility About the role: Operating within the National School of Theology, the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Religious Education will provide academic expertise in the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy to ensure excellence in teaching and learning within religious education and undertake and lead research in this field. It is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the mission of the Faculty and University through teaching, research, academic administration, curriculum development, program coordination, and working collaboratively across the Faculty and the University and with external partners. The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Religious Education will be accountable for: Delivering high quality and innovative teaching and learning, through the delivery and/or development of lectures, tutorials and other classes at undergraduate, honours, and/or postgraduate levels. Providing excellence and innovation in curriculum, content design, and/or enhancement of supportive, inclusive and effective learning environments, which includes the practical application of effective support to students. Pursuing a quality research agenda in religious education, through publication, grant applications. Demonstrating high standards of professional behaviour consistent with the University's Mission and Values, and Code of Conduct for All Staff, demonstrating a commitment to performance excellence and continuous improvement; and Demonstrating understanding of the University's Catholic Identity and Mission and how it applies to academic work by contributing to the integration of principles of social justice, the pursuit of truth and care for the common good in all areas of academic activity relevant to the Teaching and Research Academic Pathway. For full position details, refer to the position description. Contact: General enquiries can be sent to Belinda Malone, Executive Officer - Faculty of Theology and Philosophy at: **************@acu.edu.au What we offer: Total remuneration valued to $142,635 - $168,287 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $120,529 - $142,305 (pro rata) pa (Lecturer - Academic Level B), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Total remuneration valued to $178,482 - $193,772 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $151,018 - $164,087 (pro rata) pa (Senior Lecturer - Academic Level C), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date. Flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging. Access to generous benefits and support for candidates requiring adjustments during recruitment. Please contact ***********@acu.edu.au to discuss your requirements in confidence. How to Apply: Review the Position Description and become familiar with Our Mission and the Application process. Click the 'View Position Description and Apply' button, and populate your candidate application details, including your:- responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page.- brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions. For the successful candidate currently based overseas, ACU will provide support for visa sponsorship. Applications close: 10-DEC-2025 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time Your Privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit: ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is a Veteran Employment Supporter and encourages its veterans to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. About ACU: Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses – Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome. ACU aspires to be a home for our staff, offering the care of a family and developing an academic and professional community. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are academic or professional staff, there are many opportunities both for learning and contributing at ACU. All staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them. ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr