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Professorship for Africa – Europe in the long 20th Century 100 %
Start of employment 1 August 2027, permanent employment
The University of Zurich invites applications for a professorship for Africa – Europe in the long 20th century (open
rank). The position should be filled by 1 August 2027.
Depending on the qualifications of the appointee, the professorship will be filled as a full professorship, associate
professorship or assistant professorship with tenure track.
The applicant is expected to have a proven focus on the history of sub-Saharan African societies and their complex
relations with Europe and the world. The research and teaching of the professorship should cover the period between the
late 19th and early 21st century encompassing colonialism, the decolonization phase and the postcolonial era. The
professorship will be responsible for establishing the new research field Africa – Europe in the long 20th century at
the Department of History, with a focus for example on the history of armed conflicts, cultural, economic,
environmental history or history of gender, labour, migration, and politics. In addition to the focus on Africa's
relations to Europe, research perspectives on South-South relations and the asymmetrical Africa-Asia connection are
also welcome.
In addition to innovative research in the subject area, we expect the successful candidate to participate in
interdisciplinary collaborations with other professors at the Department of History, the Faculty of Arts and Social
Sciences and with national and international institutions.
Candidates must hold a PhD degree at the time of application and have an excellent and internationally visible record
of academic achievements in African History. Depending on the status at the time of application, a second book or
advanced research in the history of Africa – Europe in the long 20th century is expected. Teaching languages are
English and German. Non-German speaking candidates are expected to acquire a professional knowledge of German within
the first three years of their appointment. The Department of History, the University of Zurich and Zurich as a
university location offer a stimulating research and teaching environment with opportunities for professional exchange
and cooperation. The University of Zurich is an equal opportuni-ties employer and welcomes candidates of all
backgrounds.
Applications must be submitted online by 13 January 2026. Access and information about the online application can be
found on the website of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. For additional information about the position, please
contact Prof. Dr. Monika Dommann, Head of the Department of History.
What we offer
Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers.
What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
More Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
More Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
More Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
More Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
More International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
More Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
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Location
Department of History
Karl-Schmid-Strasse 4, 8006 Zürich, Switzerland
Further information
Questions about the job
Prof. Dr. Monika Dommann Contact Form
Contact question to: Prof. Dr. Monika Dommann
Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *I accept the privacy policySend Thank you for your message. We will get
back to you shortly. Working at UZH
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields.
With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an
inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
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Working at UZH
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields.
With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an
inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
Professorship for Africa – Europe in the long 20th Century 100 %
Start of employment 1 August 2027, permanent employment
The University of Zurich invites applications for a professorship for Africa – Europe in the long 20th century (open
rank). The position should be filled by 1 August 2027.
Depending on the qualifications of the appointee, the professorship will be filled as a full professorship, associate
professorship or assistant professorship with tenure track.
The applicant is expected to have a proven focus on the history of sub-Saharan African societies and their complex
relations with Europe and the world. The research and teaching of the professorship should cover the period between the
late 19th and early 21st century encompassing colonialism, the decolonization phase and the postcolonial era. The
professorship will be responsible for establishing the new research field Africa – Europe in the long 20th century at
the Department of History, with a focus for example on the history of armed conflicts, cultural, economic,
environmental history or history of gender, labour, migration, and politics. In addition to the focus on Africa's
relations to Europe, research perspectives on South-South relations and the asymmetrical Africa-Asia connection are
also welcome.
In addition to innovative research in the subject area, we expect the successful candidate to participate in
interdisciplinary collaborations with other professors at the Department of History, the Faculty of Arts and Social
Sciences and with national and international institutions.
Candidates must hold a PhD degree at the time of application and have an excellent and internationally visible record
of academic achievements in African History. Depending on the status at the time of application, a second book or
advanced research in the history of Africa – Europe in the long 20th century is expected. Teaching languages are
English and German. Non-German speaking candidates are expected to acquire a professional knowledge of German within
the first three years of their appointment. The Department of History, the University of Zurich and Zurich as a
university location offer a stimulating research and teaching environment with opportunities for professional exchange
and cooperation. The University of Zurich is an equal opportuni-ties employer and welcomes candidates of all
backgrounds.
Applications must be submitted online by 13 January 2026. Access and information about the online application can be
found on the website of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. For additional information about the position, please
contact Prof. Dr. Monika Dommann, Head of the Department of History.
What we offer
Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers.
What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
More Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
More Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
More Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
More Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
More International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
More Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
More
Location
Department of History
Karl-Schmid-Strasse 4, 8006 Zürich, Switzerland
Further information
Questions about the job
Prof. Dr. Monika Dommann Contact Form
Contact question to: Prof. Dr. Monika Dommann
Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *I accept the privacy policySend Thank you for your message. We will get
back to you shortly. Working at UZH
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields.
With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an
inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
More → https://www.uzh.ch/en/explore/work.html
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields.
With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an
inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More