Full Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor (with PTC)

Full Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor (with PTC)

Job Description

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The candidate works in the field of Practical Theology, in which he or she is a specialist with the benefit of an international network. Strong skills in several areas of Practical Theology (homiletics, liturgy, religious pedagogy, spiritual accompaniment, ecclesiology, ecumenism and hermeneutics) are required. The candidate must be able to lead a research team as well as the Léman Institute of Practical Theology (ILTP). He or she works in synergy with members of the Faculty teaching staff, members of the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies (FTSR) at the University of Lausanne and the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Geneva. Furthermore, the ability to provide teaching on practices within the framework of the Master’s internship in theology is required. The Practical Theology position is a crucial interface between the Faculty of Theology and the Protestant Church of Geneva (EPG) as well as other Protestant Churches in French-speaking Switzerland.

Teaching: a minimum of 6 hours of teaching for basic training (Bachelor, Master) including courses and seminars, both in person and remotely. Teaching is mainly delivered on the University of Geneva campus, but also at the University of Lausanne. Moreover, the candidate will provide advanced training courses (doctoral programmes, CUSO) and may, if necessary, participate in or lead a continuing education programme. Teaching is delivered in French. The ability to teach, at least eventually, in English is essential.

Research: the candidate demonstrates excellent research in the field of the position profile, confirmed by scientific publications and original projects. He or she will develop research in interaction with local, national and international university research centres. In addition, he or she will submit research projects to national (FNS) and international bodies.

Public service: the candidate will engage in the community: ecclesiastical environments, media, conferences, committees.

Administrative duties: the candidate will be called upon to assume administrative tasks within the Faculty, the University and interfaculty bodies.

Required Qualifications and Competences

Required qualifications and experience: doctorate in theology or equivalent qualification. University teaching and research experience in the field of the position.

Languages: excellent command of French (working language). Good knowledge of English and German.

Starting Date

1 August 2027 or date to be agreed

Contact

christophe.chalamet@unige.ch (Chair of the Appointment Committee)

Additional Information

Additional information: applications and documents must be submitted exclusively online at the following address https://jobs.unige.ch/ by clicking on the button: "Postuler/Apply now".

Job description

The candidate will work in the field of Practical Theology, in which he/she is a specialist. A strong record accross several subfields of Practical Theology (homiletics, liturgy, religious pedagogy, spiritual care, ecclesiology, ecumenism, hermeneutics) is required. The candidate must be able to lead a research team and work collaboratively within the Institut lémanique de théologie pratique (ILTP), as well as members of the Faculty of Theology at the University of Geneva, members of the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies (FTSR) at the University of Lausanne and members of the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Geneva. The ability to teach in connection with the field is essential, particularly in relation to the pastoral training that is part of the MA in theology.

The chair of Practical Theology is a crucial point of contact between the Faculty of Theology and the Protestant Church in Geneva (Église protestante de Genève, EPG) as well as with the other Protestant Churches in French-speaking Switzerland.

Teaching: a minimum of 6 hours of teaching per week for the BA and MA programs is required, including lectures and seminars, both in person and remotely. Teaching takes place primarily at the University of Geneva campus, but also at the University of Lausanne. In addition, the candidate will teach advanced training courses (doctoral programs, CUSO) and may, if necessary, contribute in or lead a continuing education program. Since the language for the great majority of courses is French, this language is required right from the start. The ability to eventually teach in English is indispensable.

Research: the candidate demonstrates a strong record of research excellence in the field of the position, confirmed by scientific publications and original projects. The candidate will develop research projects in collaboration with local, national (FNS) and international academic research institutions.

Public service: the candidate will engage in civil society: church communities, media, conferences, committees.

Administrative duties : the candidate will be expected to perform administrative tasks within the Faculty and University bodies.

Qualifications and experience: Doctorate (PhD) in Theology or equivalent. University-level teaching and research experience in the relevant field of the position are required.

Languages: Excellent command of French (working language). Very good knowledge of English and German.

Start date: August 1, 2027 or a date to be agreed

Contact: christophe.chalamet@unige.ch (Chair of the Appointment Committee)

Further information : the application and documents must be sent, exclusively online, to the following address https://jobs.unige.ch/ by clicking on the button: "Postuler/Apply now".

From a perspective of parity, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.

From a perspective of parity, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.