Rooted in Christian traditions of moral and political theology, the McDonald Centre works at the crossroads of academia, church, and society to envision and help build more just, generous, and democratic forms of common life.
Our mission unfolds through three key actions:
- Listening through interdisciplinary research, critical inquiry, and open conversation across lines of constructive disagreement.
- Connecting by building partnerships, hosting scholars, and organising events that foster collaboration.
- Sharing through publications, lectures, workshops, and media.
The McDonald Centre’s Visitorship program offers an opportunity for exceptional scholars to contribute to a dynamic and interdisciplinary research community in Oxford. The Visitorship supports researchers whose work aligns with the Centre’s mission and who are eager to engage collaboratively across disciplines while developing ambitious, high-quality scholarship.
Visitors become part of an intellectually vibrant environment, benefiting from the academic life of Oxford while contributing to the Centre’s research initiatives, events, and public engagement activities. We welcome applications from researchers at different career stages whose work demonstrates originality, rigour, and clear relevance to the Centre’s areas of focus.
Applicants are encouraged to review the visitorship requirements carefully.
Click here to read more about the Visitorship scheme.
What the Visitorship Offers
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Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration at the McDonald Centre.
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Engagement with seminars, workshops, and public events.
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Visitors are given an University of Oxford email address and access to the University libraries.
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Successful applicants receive formal Faculty affiliation.
How to Apply
Current and Recent Visitors include:
- David Gushee (Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics, Mercer University).
- Valentina Napolitana (Professor and Connaught Scholar, University of Toronto).
