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John Curtin Distinguished Professor and John Curtin Distinguished Visiting Professor

 

Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne and Chancellor Dr Andrew Crane and some of the newly appointed John Curtin Distinguished Professors at the 2021 celebratory event.

The title of John Curtin Distinguished Professor is the highest honour Curtin University awards its academic staff. It recognises the sustained contributions our researchers have made to the University and to the wider community. The title was introduced in 2005.

John Curtin Distinguished Professors demonstrate exceptional teaching and/or research skills, or scholarly, creative and artistic achievements. They have a significant record of public service and are nationally and often also internationally renowned. The title is held for five years, or until retirement or resignation from Curtin, and it may be awarded for consecutive periods.

John Curtin Distinguished Professors play a vital role in enhancing the University’s reputation as well as maintaining valuable relationships with external stakeholders and industry contacts. Their continued impact across a range of disciplines demonstrates Curtin’s commitment to transform lives and communities through education and research.

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John Curtin Distinguished Professor

Criteria for the award of the title John Curtin Distinguished Professor are that the nominee;

  1. holds the title of Professor at Curtin University (which includes global campuses); and
  2. has the demonstrated capacity to provide a significant and sustained contribution to the University, as evidenced by:
    1. distinguished national or international academic reputation; and
    2. exceptional teaching and/or research skills; or exceptional scholarly, creative and artistic achievements; and
    3. distinguished record of service to professional and/or public life.
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John Curtin Distinguished Visiting Professor

Criteria for the award of the title John Curtin Distinguished Visiting Professor are that the nominee:

  1. is a Visiting Professor of the University (including global campuses); and
  2. has the demonstrated capacity to provide a significant and sustained contribution to the University, as evidenced by:
    1. distinguished national or international academic reputation; and
    2. exceptional teaching and/or research skills; or exceptional scholarly, creative and artistic achievements; and
    3. distinguished record of service to professional and/or public life.