Newman Theological College (NTC) invites applications for the position of Professor (Open Rank) of Systematic Theology.
NTC is a Roman Catholic School of Theology committed to theological education and missionary discipleship. The College prepares laity, religious, and ordained ministers for Christian service and leadership in Western Canada and beyond. Through the accreditation of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), NTC offers a Masters of Divinity (MDiv), Masters of Religious Education (MRE) and Masters of Theological Studies (MTS). NTC’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Catholic Studies is accredited through Alberta’s Minister of Advanced Education.
Qualifications and experience:
At the time of appointment, the successful candidate must possess a PhD and/or STD (Doctorate in Sacred Theology) in the field of Systematic Theology and have demonstrated ability to teach in the area of Systematic Theology. The candidate must also show an ability to work collaboratively and must demonstrate competence and/or willingness to deliver online learning using Moodle (LMS) and Zoom.
Appointment: This position is a full-time and in-person position with an indefinite contract. The teaching load is six (6) courses per academic year. The teaching load is distributed depending on teaching needs. Faculty assessment is based on teaching (70%), scholarly activity (15%) and service (15%). The preferred start date is between 1 July 2025 and 1 August 2025. Some relocation funds may be available.
Requirements: All professors teaching in the area of theology at NTC are expected to obtain and maintain a Mandatum from the appropriate local ordinary for the duration of the contract and to abide by the principles of Catholic Universities as laid out by John Paul II’s Apostolic Constitution Ex corde Ecclesiae. Because of NTC’s missional commitments, the candidate must be–and remain–in good standing with the Roman Catholic Church.
Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and education, 4 weeks of paid vacation per year, access to benefit plan and eligibility to participate in NTC’s group retirement plan.
Application Requirements: Applicants are asked to submit the following to the Search Committee no later than 23 May 2024: (1) curriculum vitae (CV), (2) letter of interest, (3) an academic letter of reference. The CV must include teaching experience, area(s) of specialization and competence, and educational background. The letter of interest should reflect the candidate’s commitment to NTC’s mission and suitability to research and teach in Systematic Theology.
Submission of Applications: Please email your application package no later than 23 May 2025 to the attention of the Search Committee at hr@newman.edu. Review of application materials begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Note, however, that priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The initial round of interviews will take place in late May and early June 2025.
For questions, please get in touch with Dr. Pablo Irizar (pablo.irizar@newman.edu), Chair of the Search Committee.
All hiring decisions are subject to final approval by the Board of Governors of Newman Theological College.