Academic in Canon Law (50% EFT)

About the role

The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies at UCLouvain seeks a part‑time (50%) academic to teach, research and serve the community in the field of Canon Law.

Key responsibilities

• Teach contemporary canon law, internal and external validity, and comparative religious law across degree programmes and supervise Master’s theses.
• Develop and lead research programmes in current canon law, supervise doctoral theses, and participate in expert assignments for the Catholic Church and public authorities.
• Contribute to university service activities, such as programme committees, examination committees, and management roles within the faculty or research institute.

Required profile

• Doctorate (STD) in Canon Law, or a PhD in Law with a Master of Canon Law, or a STD in Theology specialised in canon law.
• Proven university teaching record with formal evaluations and internationally recognised publications.
• Experience abroad or extended stay outside the awarding institution.
• Ability to work in French and English (or commit to acquire proficiency within two years).

Required skills

• Integration of research results into teaching.
• High‑level scientific research competence, including funding acquisition and team management.
• Creativity, openness to pedagogical innovation and multidisciplinary approaches.

What we offer

• Tenure after a positive four‑year probationary assessment, with a public sector pension.
• Progressive salary based on seniority and promotion.
• Teaching load capped at 90 hours (full‑time equivalent) and 150 hours once tenured.
• Start date of 1 September 2027, leadership and management training, and a range of benefits supporting work‑life balance.