Professor of Philosophy (Open Rank)

Full-Time Professor (Open Rank) in Philosophy

AOS: Philosophical Theology

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Type: Full-Time Faculty Member

Category: Philosophy

AOS: Philosophical Theology

AOC: Philosophy of Religion, Systematic Theology, History of Philosophy/Theology

Open Competition: 25 September 2025 – 1 December 2025

Start Date: 1 August 2026 (flexible)

Newman Theological College (NTC) invites applications for a full-time, open-rank position in Philosophy, with specialization in Philosophical Theology.

Through an institutional partnership with St. Mary’s University, Twickenham (UK), NTC is rapidly establishing itself as one of North America’s premier Catholic graduate schools of theology. This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant academic community rooted in the Roman Catholic intellectual tradition and committed to excellence in research and teaching.

Qualifications and experience: At the time of appointment, the successful candidate must possess a PhD in the field of Philosophy or a cognate discipline (ex., Theology, Religious Studies, History), and have demonstrated ability or strong potential to research and teach in the areas of Philosophical Theology, Philosophy of Religion, Systematic Theology and History of Philosophy/Theology. The candidate must also show an ability to work collaboratively and must demonstrate competence and/or willingness to deliver online learning.

Appointment: This is a full-time, in-person position with an indefinite contract. The teaching load is six (6) courses per academic year. The preferred start date is 1 August 2026. Some relocation funds may be available.

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. The candidate must be and remain in good standing with the Catholic Church.

Compensation: A competitive salary is based on the faculty ranking assigned at the time of the appointment and includes 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 1 December 2025: (1) Curriculum vitae, (2) Letter of interest, (3) the names and contacts of three academic references, (4) a character reference letter (not from a family member).

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 the area of Philosophical Theology. The character reference letter should speak to the candidate’s suitability to teach in an institution of theological formation and ministry, ability to work collaboratively, interpersonal skills, and familiarity with the Catholic Church.

Submission of Applications: Please email your application package no later than 1 December 2025 to the attention of the Search Committee at [email protected]. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Note, however, that priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The initial round of interviews will take place in January 2026.

For questions, please contact Dr. Pablo Irizar ([email protected]), Chair of the Search Committee.