Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Epistemology/Language/Mind)
Campus Location: North Sydney, Australia | Strathfield, Australia | Brisbane, Australia | Melbourne, Australia
Job No: APTAV #004
Join the vibrant and research‑intensive National School of Philosophy within ACU's large and dynamic Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. Contribute to a growing coursework program that values the history and the present of philosophical thought. ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions. Full time, continuing role based at one of the listed campuses (by negotiation).
About The Role
Operating within the National School of Philosophy, the Lecturer / Senior Lecturer (Epistemology/Language/Mind) provides high quality teaching in the School's philosophy program, undertakes quality research and publication in contemporary philosophy in the Analytic tradition, and undertakes external engagement and internal service.
The Successful Incumbent Will Be Expected To
* Contribute to curriculum development of undergraduate and/or postgraduate units in the School of Philosophy in a variety of modes ranging from face‑to‑face classes to synchronous and asynchronous online delivery.
* Teach across key aspects of epistemology and/or philosophy of language and/or mind, at least to an undergraduate level.
* Contribute to the supervision of Honours and Higher Degree (including PhD) students in areas of philosophical expertise.
* Conduct high‑quality research and publish in contemporary analytic philosophy with highly‑ranked international journals and book publishers, and seek external funding for research projects.
* Undertake coursework administration and other School‑based service efficiently and collegially.
* Engage in community and stakeholder engagement initiatives, as appropriate.
Additionally, the successful candidate is to demonstrate a strong 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.
What We Offer
* The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.
* Total remuneration valued to $142,635 - $168,287 total remuneration (pro rata) per annum, including salary component $120,529 - $142,305 (pro rata) per annum (Lecturer - Academic Level B), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
* Total remuneration valued to $178,482 - $193,772 total remuneration (pro rata) per annum, including salary component $151,018 - $164,087 (pro rata) per annum (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.
* As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging.
General Enquiries
Contact: Richard Colledge, Executive Dean - Faculty of Theology & Philosophy at
How To Apply
1. Review the Position Description and become familiar with Our Mission and the Application process.
2. Click the 'View Position Description and Apply' button, and populate your candidate application details, including your:
o Resume (maximum 5 pages).
o Responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page.
o 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: 02-FEB-2026 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time.
Equal Opportunity
ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact to discuss your requirements in confidence.
About ACU
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff from a diversity of backgrounds. 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 an academic and professional community characterised by care for colleagues. Whatever your faith or culture, there are many opportunities for contributing at ACU.
Submission Policy
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