Professor - AC1281NB

Start Date: September 2024

We wish to appoint a Professor of Divinity. The successful candidate will be an outstanding scholar of international standing in systematic theology.  

They will be expected to have a range of interests which strengthen and complement those already within the School, and to make an outstanding contribution to the field’s advancement through research outputs and teaching.  

The successful candidate will be expected to prominently represent the University of St Andrews in the UK and international communities.   

Candidates will hold a doctorate in a cognate discipline and will be expected to be capable of teaching the subject to undergraduate and taught postgraduate students from a wide range of backgrounds. The primary criteria for appointment will be evidence of an internationally recognised record of outstanding research, and a clear programme of anticipated research activity for the coming years.  

Informal enquiries about this post may be directed to Professor Oliver Crisp, Head of School (divhos@st-andrews.ac.uk ). 

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in academic posts at the University.    

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience.  We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/  

Closing Date: 31 October 2023                                

Interview Date: 5 December 2023   

Please quote ref: AC1281NB     

Further Particulars: AC1281NB FPs.doc