Université de Fribourg
Fribourg
Professor of Canon Law 80 - 100% at the Department of Practical Theology
- 29 July 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Fribourg
Job summary
Join the University of Fribourg as a Professeur-e en Droit canonique. A unique chance to teach and research in a dynamic environment.
Tasks
- Deliver courses in canon law and engage in research.
- Contribute to continuing education and university management.
- Promote canon law knowledge to a broader audience.
Skills
- PhD in canon law or related fields; teaching skills required.
- Strong pedagogical abilities and willingness to learn.
- Bilingual in French and German with teaching proficiency.
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Professor of Canon Law
80 - 100% at the Department of Practical Theology
Field of activity
Courses in the discipline of canon law
Research in the areas of the chair
Commitment to continuing education
Cooperation in teaching and research within the university and beyond
Commitment to the autonomous management of the university
Dissemination of knowledge in canon law to a broad audience
Requirements
A doctorate: Doctorate (canonical) in canon law or Doctorate in theology on a canon law subject or Doctorate in law on a canon law subject combined, at least, with a canonical licence in canon law
Habilitation in the field of the position or equivalent scientific publications desired
Knowledge of Swiss cantonal and federal legislation is required, or willingness to train in this area
Scientific publications in the field of the position
Preferably, experience in securing external funding
Good pedagogical and didactic skills as well as willingness to train
Disposition and aptitude to teach online
Ability to reflect on the theological dimension of the discipline and to integrate it into dialogue with other theological disciplines
The position is bilingual French / German. Therefore, offering teaching in both languages equally is required. If the person only masters French or German, they must learn the other teaching language within two years
Language requirements
French and/or German
with very good knowledge of the other language
Starting date:
- 01.08.2027
Information:
Elisabeth Müller
elisabeth.mueller@unifr.ch
Application deadline:
15.09.2026
Submission address:
Via this link.
Only French or German version available
