Casual Academics

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Australian Catholic University Limited Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Job No: APTEO114312#001

Campus Location: North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown, Brisbane, Melbourne, Ballarat and Canberra

Functional Unit: Faculty of Theology & Philosophy

Work Type: Casual

  • Expressions of interest sought for Casual Academics - Theology and Philosophy Disciplines
  • Multiple casual academic teaching positions available
  • Located at Canberra, Blacktown, North Sydney, Strathfield, Brisbane, Ballarat and Melbourne campuses
  • Casual Teaching Academic salary rates apply (dependent on skills and qualifications) - rates start from $56.43 per hour inclusive of casual loading plus super

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, offer the care of a family and develop 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.

As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.

About Faculty of Theology & Philosophy:

The Faculty of Theology and Philosophy is the largest Faculty of its kind in Australia, comprised of two national schools - the School of Theology and the School of Philosophy - and the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry. ACU has prioritised research excellence in a number of areas of strategic priority, including theology and philosophy. In the 2025 QS ranking in Theology, Divinity and Religious studies, for example, ACU was ranked first in Australia, and top 25 in the world. Our Philosophy program also continues to rank highly in Australian assessments: for example, at 'above world standard' in the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia rankings. A particular strength of the Faculty's research profile is its growing network of collaborations with international partners that leads to joint publication projects, research conferences and workshops (in Australia, on our Rome campus, and beyond), co-supervision of research students, and joint programs for research funding. We offer high quality theology and philosophy programs of study for students at any stage of their life or career journey, with learning opportunities provided across multiple points of engagement, and across a variety of delivery modes. This includes Mission-aligned short courses, certificate and bachelor-level courses, postgraduate coursework programs, Higher-degree by research degrees, international study tours, and a wide range of professional learning and in-service opportunities. Our programs are designed in collaboration with industry, community, and church to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in an evolving, global and digital world.

Responsibilities:

  • Casual Teaching Academics will be accountable for high quality learning and teaching outcomes through the delivery of undergraduate and/or postgraduate tutorials and assessments predominately in Core Curriculum Units.
  • Contribute to enhancing student success and fostering inclusive learning environments through innovative practice.
  • Provide students with timely, effective, formal and informal consultation and feedback opportunities.
  • Participate in moderation of assessment, normally at unit level.
  • Efficiently manage administrative responsibilities associated with their teaching.

You will need to have:

  • Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Theology, Philosophy, or a related field, and/or current HDR candidate.
  • Knowledge: Understanding of innovative and pedagogically contemporary teaching, curriculum design, and/or assessment activities, informed by current disciplinary research.
  • Skill: Ability to collaborate and successfully deliver outcomes when participating in teams.
  • Skill: Competency in contemporary learning management systems, and other technology related to tertiary teaching.
  • Desirable Experience: Demonstrated high-quality teaching in undergraduate and/or postgraduate units and/or courses. Additionally, demonstrated contributions to the development and/or enhancement of effective learning environments.
  • Applicants should demonstrate awareness of the University's Mission and Catholic ethos and demonstrate an understanding of how this role serves the Mission
  • Applicants should demonstrate commitment to cultural diversity and ethical practice principles and demonstrate knowledge of equal employment opportunity and workplace health and safety, appropriate to the level of the appointment.
  • Teaching experience is highly desirable.

The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.

Useful Information:

  • ACU's Core Curriculum

How to Apply:

To lodge your Expression of Interest, please click the 'Apply' button and attach the following:

  • A cover letter indicating the campus you are applying for and your contact details. In your cover letter, please briefly address the responsibilities and criteria (listed above) required for the position.
  • Your current CV, including details of the qualifications you hold.

General enquiries can be sent to Paula Bone, Team Leader, Faculty of Theology and Philosophy via

Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For further information visit Immigration and )

Acting in truth, ACU is dedicated to the dignity of the human person through equitable and respectful opportunities for everyone. ACU can offer support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process.

Your Privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit:

Advertised: 27-OCT-2025

Applications close: 16-NOV-2025 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time

ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.

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