Université de Fribourg
Fribourg
14 hours ago
Open rank professor in Modern and Contemporary Philosophy 75 - 80% at the Department of Philosophy
- 28 April 2026
- 75 – 80%
- Permanent position
- Fribourg
Job summary
The University of Fribourg seeks an open rank professor in modern and contemporary philosophy. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Tasks
- Teach the history of philosophy from the 17th to 21st century.
- Engage with the department and contribute to university governance.
- Prioritize research in AI and digital humanities.
Skills
- Candidates must hold a doctorate; habilitation preferred.
- Strong teaching skills for Bachelor and Master levels.
- Bilingual in French and German, with good knowledge of the other.
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About the job
Vacant positions - Job offers at the University of Fribourg
Open rank professor in Modern and Contemporary Philosophy
75 - 80% at the Department of Philosophy
Particularity
Attention: Do not use the "apply" button at the top of this page: your application will not be processed. It must be sent electronically to the Dean's Office of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at jobs-lettres@unifr.ch until June 28, 2026
Field of activity
The candidate is a specialist in one of the two periods.
The candidate will be able to teach the history of philosophy from the 17th to the 21st century.
Proven skills in reflection on artificial intelligence and/or digital humanities will be given priority consideration.
The candidate must demonstrate availability to engage in the life of the Department, interdisciplinary collaboration within the Faculty, and university self-management.
Requirements
The candidate holds a doctorate.
Habilitation or equivalent work is desired.
He/She possesses the scientific skills required to teach and supervise work at the Bachelor and Master levels as well as to supervise Doctoral theses.
Teaching is bilingual (French/German). The candidate commits to improving their language skills in order to be able to eventually teach in both languages.
Language requirements
French and/or German
with very good knowledge of the other language
Starting date:
- 01.02.2027
Information:
Prof. Emmanuel Alloa
emmanuel.alloa@unifr.ch
Application deadline:
28.06.2026
Submission address:
Through this link.
