The Faculty of Theology and the Study of Religion announces a vacancy for a professorship in Practical Theology, with a particular focus on digitality, to be filled by 1 August 2028 as part of the University’s Research Priority Program ‚Digital Religion(s)‘. Depending on the candidate’s qualifications, the post will be an assistant professorship on a tenure track, or an associate or full professorship (open rank).
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for representing the subject of Practical Theology across the full range of its topics and issues in both research and teaching. Specialisations in the areas of preaching, worship/homiletics, pastoral care/poimenics; religious education, church theory and pastoral theology are possible.
Particular expertise is expected in the areas of research and teaching relating to digitalization. The professorship is based at the Theological Seminary and is also closely linked to the activities of the University Research Priority Program ‚Digital Religion(s)‘ and the Centre for Church Development (ZKE).
The ability to communicate academic findings to church and wider society is required. A successful application requires alignment with the principles of the University of Zurich, the ability to engage with the faculty’s strategic focus areas, a connection to the Church, a willingness to participate in academic self-governance, and a commitment to faculty and university services.
Requirements
The formal requirements for an assistant professorship include a degree in Theology and at least a PhD in Practical Theology. For an associate or full professorship, at least a relevant habilitation or an equivalent qualification is additionally required. Proficiency in German at C2 level is required upon taking up the post.
The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies aims to increase the proportion of under-represented groups in research and teaching and therefore expressly encourages applications from such groups. UZH offers family-friendly working conditions, such as job-sharing or part-time professorships, and is committed to diversity.
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