W2 – University Professorship (f/m/d)

Paderborn University is a high-performance and internationally oriented university. Within interdisciplinary teams, we undertake

forward-looking research, design innovative teaching concepts and actively transfer knowledge into society. As an important research

and cooperation partner, the university also shapes regional development strategies. We offer our employees in research, teaching,

technology and administration a lively, family-friendly and equal opportunity environment, a lean management structure and diverse

opportunities. Join us to invent the future!

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities and its Institute of Human Sciences (Philosophy) is seeking to fill the following position as of

April 1, 2028.

W2 – University Professorship

(f/m/d)

for Practical Philosophy

Requirements:

We are seeking a candidate who can represent the sub-discipline of practical philosophy in its full breadth and depth. A solid

grounding in the history of philosophy is expected. We also desire a research focus in female figures in the history of philosophy and

science and/or feminist philosophy and/or related areas.

The successful candidate should have an established academic track record in both research and teaching, along with international

experience. The candidate is expected to engage actively in all philosophy degree programs (teaching and non-teaching), as well as in

interdisciplinary courses, including examination duties. In addition to the modules on practical philosophy, the teaching should also

cover the modules on the “legacy of women philosophers and scientists” and on “heterogeneity”. A proven track record in securing

third-party funding is welcome. The position also entails active participation in various committees within Paderborn University. We

anticipate commitment to the development of young scholars and the creation of new research and teaching focuses. Teaching in

German is mandatory, we expect negotiation-level proficiency.

Recruitment requirements:

§ 36 Section (1) Nos. 1 to 4 of the Act on the Higher Education Institutions of North Rhine-Westphalia (HG NRW) (completed university

degree, pedagogical aptitude, relevant doctoral degree and additional academic achievements).

Paderborn University aims to increase the proportion of women as university lecturers and, therefore, strongly encourages qualified

female academics to apply. In accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (LGG), women will be given

preferential consideration in cases of equal suitability, aptitude, and professional performance, unless reasons relating to the person

of a competitor prevail. Applications from suitable severely disabled persons and persons of equal status within the meaning of the

German Social Code Ninth Book (SGB IX) are also welcome.

Paderborn University is certified as a family-friendly university. With our Dual Career Service, we support your partner with career

orientation in the region if required. We will be happy to provide you with information about living and working in Paderborn and help

you find childcare options. If you are coming to us from abroad, our Welcome Services will support you upon your arrival in Germany.

Applications with the usual documents (curriculum vitae including information on third-party funded projects, certificates and

diplomas, language certificates if applicable, list of publications, research concept including information on current and planned

research projects as well as research collaborations, list of completed courses including teaching evaluations if applicable, teaching

concept) are requested by June 30, 2026 in electronic form in a single PDF file online via the application portal of Paderborn University,

quoting the reference number 7261: https://bewerbung.uni-paderborn.de/stellen/7261

Information on the processing of your personal data can be found at

www.uni-paderborn.de/zv/personaldatenschutz.

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Suzana Alpsancar, Institute of Human Sciences, Philosophy:

suzana.alpsancar@uni-paderborn.de

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Paderborn University

Warburger Straße 100

33098 Paderborn, Germany

www.upb.de