About Position/Job
The University of Augsburg, Faculty of Philology and History, invites applications for a University Professor (m/f/d) in European Ethnology / Ethnology (BesGr. W3 Chair). This civil servant for life position offers a unique opportunity to lead research and teaching in European Ethnology, Ethnology, Cultural Anthropology, and Empirical Cultural Studies, with interdisciplinary connections across art history, archaeology, and digital humanities.
The successful candidate will represent the subject in its entire breadth, contributing to undergraduate and graduate programmes, including teacher training. A strong research record in cultural heritage, historical and empirical cultural analysis, international visibility, high-ranking publications, and success in attracting third-party funding are expected. The role requires teaching digitally in English, active participation in academic self-governance, and a commitment to advancing interdisciplinary scholarship within the Faculty of Philology and History.
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Position/Job Details
- Position: University Professor in European Ethnology / Ethnology (W3 Chair)
- Institution: University of Augsburg
- Department: Faculty of Philology and History
- Research field: European Ethnology, Ethnology, Cultural Anthropology, Empirical Cultural Studies
- Location: Augsburg, Germany
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Civil Servant for Life (or private law employment if >52 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): Flexible / by Appointment
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: According to W3 salary scale for civil servants
- Required Degree/Diploma: Doctorate
Research Area
- European Ethnology / Ethnology
- Cultural Anthropology
- Empirical Cultural Studies
- Cultural Heritage Research
- Interdisciplinary Art and Cultural History
- Digital Humanities in Cultural Analysis
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed university degree in European Ethnology, Ethnology, Cultural Anthropology, Empirical Cultural Studies, or comparable field
- Qualified doctorate relevant to the subject
- Proven academic achievements (habilitation, junior professorship, or equivalent)
- Pedagogical aptitude and teaching experience
- Ability to participate in academic self-governance
- Willingness to teach digitally in English
Preferred Qualifications:
- High-ranking publications in European Ethnology
- International research visibility
- Experience in acquiring third-party funding
- Engagement with interdisciplinary research and teaching
Key Responsibilities
- Represent European Ethnology/Ethnology in teaching and research
- Contribute to BA, MA, and teacher-training programmes
- Collaborate with art and cultural history disciplines
- Lead research projects and secure third-party funding
- Participate in academic self-administration
- Promote interdisciplinary and digital teaching methods
Application Process
How to Apply
Submit a single PDF file (max. 8 MB) via email to: berufungsverfahren@philhist.uni-augsburg.de
Required Documents:
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic certificates and diplomas
- Academic career summary
- List of publications
- Overview of courses taught
- List of third-party funded projects
- Outline of future research and teaching projects
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Immediately
- Deadline: 15 January 2026
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Augsburg
- Official Notification: click here
- Apply Now: berufungsverfahren@philhist.uni-augsburg.de
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