Assistant Professor in Medieval Archaeology – Zürich

About Position/Job

Universität Zürich is inviting applications for an Assistant Professor in Medieval and Post-Medieval Archaeology at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. This tenure-track position, starting on 1 August 2027, comprises two initial three-year appointments, with the potential for a tenured role after successful evaluation. The position, supervised by Prof. Dr. Corinna Reinhardt, focuses on medieval archaeology, with experience in post-medieval archaeology considered desirable. Candidates will engage in innovative research, conduct fieldwork, and integrate digital documentation and analysis methods in research and teaching. The role supports the development of a new interdisciplinary department uniting archaeology, classical philology, and ancient studies, fostering collaboration with medieval disciplines and Swiss archaeological and architectural heritage conservation. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and teaching in Zurich, Switzerland, within a dynamic academic environment.

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Position/Job Details

Position: Assistant Professor
Institution: Universität Zürich
Department: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Research Field: Medieval and Post-Medieval Archaeology
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Tenure-track
Start Date (Anticipated): August 2027
Working Hours: Full-time
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Medieval Archaeology
Post-Medieval Archaeology (desirable)
Study of Architecture and Monuments
Fieldwork and Digital Documentation Methods
Interdisciplinary Research combining Archaeology, Classical Philology, and Ancient Studies

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Archaeology or related field at the time of application
Strong record of academic achievement in medieval archaeology
Experience in teaching and research

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with post-medieval archaeology
Experience in architectural and monument studies
Ability to acquire third-party funding
Collaboration experience in interdisciplinary projects

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Key Responsibilities

Conduct high-quality research in medieval and post-medieval archaeology
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses covering all thematic and methodological aspects of the discipline
Lead field research projects and integrate digital methods in research and teaching
Acquire third-party funding and foster interdisciplinary collaborations
Engage with Swiss heritage conservation and international research networks