The University of Lucerne is a modern and dynamic human sciences university located in the heart of Switzerland and Europe. In keeping with our motto of ‘Moving Human Sciences’ and with our six faculties and two academies, soon to be joined by two university research centers, we focus on people and their institutions. Our aim is to develop the University of Lucerne into a pioneering, internationally renowned center for research and teaching in the human sciences.
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences with its ten departments and centers focuses on interdisciplinarity and innovation in research and teaching. The faculty offers its nearly 800 students a variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary degree programs, many of which are unique in Switzerland. We place great emphasis on excellent supervision and close connection between teaching and research.
As of 1 August 2025 or by arrangement, we are advertising a
Professorship in Jewish Studies (75%, open rank, temporary)
As the holder of the professorship (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the subject area of Jewish Studies and deal with questions relating to the history of Jewish experiences and related fields, with a possible focus on cultural studies, literary studies, sociology (of religions) or history. Possible fields of research include processes of secularisation, (inter)mediality, cultural memory, diversity and gender, identity or diaspora since the early modern period. You represent the subject in a lasting and visible way in research and teaching.
You will contribute your experience in teaching and supervising students to the integrated degree programme in Cultural Studies and to the BA and MA degree programmes. Experience with interdisciplinary degree programmes is desirable. Experience in the implementation of online teaching for the design of distance learning programmes is an advantage.
In addition to high-quality teaching, you have an outstanding research record. This is based on research achievements such as national and international publications, third-party funding acquired to date, as well as prizes and other awards, in accordance with the academic age to be calculated. A compatibility to the Faculty’s main research areas is desirable. In cooperation with representatives of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Chair of Jewish Studies and Theology at the Faculty of Theology, the holder of the Professorship in Jewish Studies should contribute to raising the profile of Jewish Studies at the University of Lucerne.
The recruitment requirements are based on § 2 of the Berufungsreglement (appointment regulations) of the University of Lucerne. For an assistant professorship (without tenure track) a completed doctorate is required, for a full professorship additionally a habilitation or habilitation-equivalent achievements in Jewish Studies. Part-time professorships are possible.
The University of Lucerne places great importance on a good working atmosphere and to supporting students and academic staff at all levels. We are therefore not only looking for a person with high professional qualifications in teaching and research, but also with a high level of social competence and the ability to work in a team, a high level of motivation for the implementation of equal opportunities and staff development and a high level of commitment to administrative self-administration. The language of instruction may be German or English.
You have German language skills at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or will acquire these within a reasonable period of time.
The University of Lucerne aims to raise the proportion of women in research and teaching, and therefore expressly encourages qualified female academics to apply. To further strengthen diversity and equal opportunities, we welcome applications from people with disabilities, people of colour and people who belong to national linguistic minorities in the Swiss context. The University of Lucerne promotes the compatibility of private and professional life.
We offer an inspiring working environment at a dynamic faculty, optimal conditions for your further development and a place to work with a high quality of life.
The conditions of employment comply to the personnel law of the Canton of Lucerne. The position is initially limited to three years.
The Chair of the Appointment Committee, Prof Dr Martin Baumann (martin.baumann@unilu.ch), will be pleased to answer any general questions you may have about the procedure. Appointment presentations and interviews with shortlisted candidates are expected to take place in April 2025.
The application deadline is 1 December 2024, and we ask you to apply in accordance with the requirements in our guidelines. To apply, please go to www.unilu.ch/stellen.