Overview
The Institute of History of the University of Bern is seeking to fill a full time professor position (open rank) in History of the Middle Ages with consideration of digital methods, beginning 1 February, 2027. The successful candidate will represent the entire spectrum of medieval history (approx. 500–1500) in research and teaching and promote the use of digital methods in research and teaching. He or she should have at least two areas of expertise in the field of European medieval history, as evidenced by internationally recognised publications. A broad coverage of European history, particularly the High and Late Middle Ages, taking into account interregional interrelationships and contact zones, is desirable.
Responsibilities
* Represent the entire spectrum of medieval history (≈500–1500) in research and teaching and promote the use of digital methods in research and teaching.
* Demonstrate willingness to actively participate in the development of trans-epochal research clusters at the History Department, in particular in a leading role in the Digital History cluster.
* Be involved in the interdisciplinary Master's programme Digital Humanities at the Walter Benjamin Kolleg.
* Teach a broad range of subjects and methods for 4 (assistant professorship) or 8 (associate and full professorship) hours per week and supervise BA, MA and doctoral theses.
* Participate in academic self-administration and collaborate with other disciplines.
Qualifications
* Depending on qualifications, the position may be filled at the level of assistant professor with tenure track, associate professor, or full professor.
* For appointment as an assistant professor: an above-average doctoral thesis, teaching experience, and an advanced habilitation project.
* There is potential for permanent employment and conversion to an associate professorship after successful evaluation.
* For appointment to an associate or full professorship: a postdoctoral qualification or equivalent qualification, and experience in successfully acquiring third-party funding.
* Willingness to participate in development of trans-epochal research clusters and contribute to the Digital History and Digital Humanities initiatives.
Other details
In line with the objectives of the University of Bern, the History Department is seeking to increase the proportion of women in senior academic positions and therefore strongly encourages female academics to apply. Applications for job-sharing positions are possible and welcome, provided that a corresponding concept is submitted.
Application deadline
Applications with a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae, list of publications, details of previous teaching experience and a list of third-party funding acquired must be submitted by 19 October 2025.
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