The University of Lucerne is the youngest university in Switzerland. The roots of the Faculty of Theology extend back to the late 16th century. On the foundation of the Judeo-Christian tradition, research and lectures are undertaken in an interdisciplinary discourse with other related academic fields. The faculty recognises that the local church and the world church are connected and sees ecumenical and interreligious dialogue as a top priority. In Switzerland, the faculty takes a leading role in training theologians.

The Faculty of Theology at the University of Lucerne has an immediate vacancy for a new

Professorship for Dogmatics (100 %), open rank

Tasks

• Responsibility for academic teaching and research in the field of Dogmatics (classroom and distance learning)
• Acquisition of third-party research funding
• Availability for administrative tasks within both the faculty and the university

Requirements

• Doctorate and postdoctoral degree or equivalent qualification in the field of Dogmatics
• Teaching experience and didactic skills
• Successful acquisition of third-party research or project funding
• Member of the Roman Catholic Church

We are looking for a networked-thinking personality who is willing to participate in church and social institutions in Switzerland, and to cooperate constructively in interdisciplinary teamwork within the Faculty of Theology and the University of Lucerne. In addition, after a transition period of two years, it will be easy for you to professionally cover research and teaching in both German and English.

In return, you will have the opportunity to work and develop in a young, dynamic and highly qualified university environment. A motivated and committed team will support you in this.

In order to increase the ratio of women we would like to encourage qualified women to apply for the above post. The University of Lucerne actively promotes equality and the compatibility of work and family life.

For any further information, please contact the dean of the Faculty of Theology (robert.vorholt@unilu.ch).

Applications (CV, academic references, list of publications, research focus) should be sent in a single file (PDF format) by 28.03.2021 via our job portal www.unil.ch/jobs