Philipp Räubig

Philipp Räubig serves as a Lecturer and Scientific Assistant at the Chair of Fundamental Theology within the Faculty of Catholic Theology at Ruhr University Bochum, a position he has held since April 2024. Previously, he worked as a Scientific Assistant at the Chair of Systematic Theology (Catholic) at the Technical University of Dresden from 2021 to 2024, including a period as a 25% parental leave replacement at the Chair of Systematic Theology (Protestant).

Räubig completed his MA in Philosophy at TU Dresden in 2021, following a BA in Philosophy with EB Protestant Theology from the same institution in 2018. His academic formation bridges philosophical inquiry with theological reflection, establishing a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research approach.

Dr. Räubig's scholarly work focuses on developing theological frameworks capable of addressing multiple ecological crises through the lens of human-animal relations. His dissertation project, "Critical Theology of Life: For a Theology Following Human-Animal Studies in the Horizon of the Concept of Critique," represents a significant contribution to this emerging field. His research interests span social philosophy and critical theories, Human-Animal Studies, and Theology in the Anthropocene, reflecting a commitment to exploring the theological dimensions of contemporary ecological challenges.

Analysis of Räubig's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory toward integrating insights from critical animal studies with theological reflection. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in addressing the complex relationship between human-animal dynamics and ecological sustainability, with particular attention to interspecies justice and religious perspectives on ecological transformation. The interdisciplinary nature of his scholarship bridges theology, philosophy, and environmental studies, offering fresh perspectives on how religious traditions might contribute to ecological renewal.

Räubig actively participates in several scholarly networks and initiatives:

• Founding member of TSTR (European Research Network for Transcending Species - Transforming Religion)
• Member of the Christian-Muslim Research Group for Questions of Socio-Ecological Transformation
• Advisory Board member at Cursor_ Journal for Exploratory Theology
• Co-initiator of the university-wide devotional program "Campus Ausklang" in Dresden

As an educator, Räubig has developed and taught a diverse range of courses that reflect his research interests, including "Topics of Fundamental Theology," "The World Religions," "What is religion?," "Scientific questions about the belief in creation," "The true Church and Ecumenism," "Theologies in the Anthropocene," and "Life, Death and Dying. On Ethical and Cultural Boundary Questions of Life." His teaching emphasizes critical engagement with contemporary theological challenges, particularly those arising from ecological crises and evolving human-animal relationships.