[AI Summary]: The University of Bern’s Institute of History seeks a full-time professor (open rank) in Medieval History with digital methods expertise, starting February 2027. The position requires covering the entire spectrum of medieval history (500-1500) with at least two areas of expertise, promoting digital methods in research and teaching, and leading the ‘Digital History’ cluster. Candidates must demonstrate internationally recognized publications, willingness to participate in the Digital Humanities Master’s programme, and acquire German proficiency within two years. The position can be filled at assistant, associate, or full professor level depending on qualifications.
Application deadline is October 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM Zurich time.
- Position: Open rank Professorship (Assistant/Associate/Full)
- Institution: University of Bern, Institute of History
- Start Date: February 1, 2027
- Field: Medieval History (500-1500) with Digital Methods
- Teaching Load: 4-8 hours per week depending on rank
- Language Requirements: German proficiency within 2 years