The position of Assistant Professor Tenure Track Transition is set to commence on August 1, 2026, at the Faculty of Theology at the University of Bern.
The teaching and research activities of the advertised professorship will initially be conducted in conjunction with the professorship for "Literature and Theology of the Old Testament" under Professor Dr. Andreas Wagner and the lectureship for "Biblical Theology and Its Contemporary Relevance" led by Dr. Nancy Rahn. Candidates are expected to have completed a postdoctoral qualification and to establish or expand their own research and teaching profile.
The responsibilities associated with this professorship include:
We are seeking a candidate with an outstanding doctoral degree in Old Testament, Hebrew Bible Studies, or a related field. Excellent command of biblical languages is required, and knowledge of ancient Oriental languages is desirable. We are looking for a committed individual eager to further develop their teaching and research profile. Applicants with university-level teaching experience or relevant teaching qualifications are particularly welcome.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Chair of the Commission, Prof. Dr. Mathias Wirth, via email at mathias.wirth@unibe.ch. For more information about the faculty and institute, visit the Institute of Old Testament Studies.
To apply, please submit your application online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
The University of Bern is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer that values diversity and promotes an inclusive work culture. We are looking for candidates with the potential and skills for transformational leadership who will contribute to a stimulating research environment. Suitable candidates should possess strong teamwork and communication skills and be capable of managing complex situations and conflicts.
The University of Bern is dedicated to increasing the representation of women in academic leadership roles and strongly encourages female academics to apply. We advocate for gender diversity and explicitly welcome applications from individuals of all genders.
The University of Bern promotes flexible working time arrangements. Applications for job sharing are welcome, provided they include a concept for collaboration. For more information, please refer to the guidelines on job sharing for professors at the University of Bern.
Location : Bern
Country : Switzerland