FernUni Schweiz
Brig
Postdoctoral Researcher in Modern and Contemporary History, Assistant in Block 2 of the Master's Programme (80%)
- 16 October 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
- Brig
Job summary
FernUni Schweiz offers fully online university programs, accredited by HFKG. Enjoy a flexible and supportive study environment.
Tasks
- Support teaching in the Master of Arts in Historical Sciences program.
- Strengthen research in modern and contemporary history.
- Work primarily in Brig with some home office options available.
Skills
- PhD in History or related field, strong research background required.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Research expertise in modern and contemporary history.
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About the job
FernUni Switzerland represents fully online university degree programmes and is accredited according to HFKG. It combines a flexible, location-independent part-time distance learning with an active, interdisciplinary research culture at the Brig campus. In five faculties – Law, Psychology, Economics, History, as well as Mathematics & Computer Science – we have been shaping modern teaching, learning, and research for over 30 years and count over 2,700 students and around 550 staff members.
To support teaching in the Master of Arts in Historical Sciences (MA in History) and to strengthen research, the Faculty of History is seeking a committed individual as
Postdoctoral Researcher in Modern and Contemporary History, Assistant in Block 2 of the Master's Programme (80%)
Workplace: Brig (partial home office possible)
Start date: 1 December 2026 or by agreement
Contract duration: Four years with the possibility of a two-year extension
