Senior Assistant to Islamic Studies — Universität Zürich
- Location
- Rämistr
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 133 days ago
Role overview
As the largest university in Switzerland, the University of Zurich offers a variety of attractive positions in various departments and professional fields.
With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional profiles for learners, the university offers an inspiring working environment in cutting-edge research and education.
Use your talent and skills with us.
- As the largest university in Switzerland, the University of Zurich offers a variety of attractive positions in various departments and professional fields.
- With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional profiles for learners, the university offers an inspiring working environment in cutting-edge research and education.
- This is a scientific qualification position.
- In addition to participation in teaching (ranging from 2 to a maximum of 4 SWS) in the area of Islamic Studies/Middle East Studies, independent research is expected.
- We offer: Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers.
Main responsibilities
- This is a scientific qualification position.
- In addition to participation in teaching (ranging from 2 to a maximum of 4 SWS) in the area of Islamic Studies/Middle East Studies, independent research is expected.
- In addition, there is the partial assumption of general academic and administrative tasks in the Islamic Studies department, in particular student advisory services (Ba and Ma). Requirements:
- Doctorate in Islamic Studies/Middle East Studies or a closely related discipline
- Excellent knowledge of the working language Arabic and preferably knowledge of another relevant language (e.g. Turkish or Persian) Teaching experience Willingness to teach in German
What the company offers
- We offer: Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers.
Company and context
- Experience in study program development and/or study program organization is desired
- Interdisciplinary interest in research questions on the cultural and social history of the MENA region
- Interest in further academic qualifications We offer a varied job in an unusual, interesting and socially relevant environment.
- Diversity and inclusion are important to us.
- The position is limited until July 31, 2028.
- Find out more at: https://www.uzh.ch/de/explore/work.html.
Additional details
- Tasks: This is a scientific qualification position.
- In addition, there is the partial assumption of general academic and administrative tasks in the Islamic Studies department, in particular student advisory services (Ba and Ma).
- Excellent knowledge of the working language Arabic and preferably knowledge of another relevant language (e.g. Turkish or Persian) Teaching experience Willingness to teach in German
Notes and original content
- Requirements:
- Excellent knowledge of the working language Arabic and preferably knowledge of another relevant language (e.g.
- Turkish or Persian)
- Teaching experience
- Willingness to teach in German
Questions about this listing
What salary does Universität Zürich offer for this role?
Universität Zürich lists CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year for this position in Rämistr. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Universität Zürich offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Universität Zürich during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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