Professorship in General and Theoretical Sociology, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany

Key Facts

Employer	Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Department	Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Position Type	Professorship
Discipline	Sociology
Research Area	General and Theoretical Sociology
Language	German
Deadline	2026-12-10
Required Documents	Cover letter, Curriculum vitae, Copies of certificates and diplomas, Publications list, Documentation of teaching activities and evaluations, List of invited talks and third‑party funding activities, Research statement (3‑5 pages)
Employer Address	Fürstengraben 1, 07743, Thuringia

About the Project

The position supports the Cluster of Excellence "Imaginatics", investigating social imagining through critical traditions, contemporary societal analysis, individuality, culture, and symbolic orders. The professor will develop theoretical frameworks and empirical research that connect classical and contemporary sociological theory with interdisciplinary perspectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach BA and MA programmes in Sociology, teacher education, and the interdisciplinary "Social Theory" programme
• Participate in academic self‑governance and departmental structures
• Contribute to the Cluster of Excellence "Imaginatics"
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the Collaborative Research Centre and other university focus areas
• Provide academic leadership and team coordination
• Develop and supervise empirical sociological research projects

Required Skills

• Strong research and publication record in sociological theory
• Distinguished teaching profile at BA/MA level
• International recognition and ability to attract third‑party funding
• Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams
• Academic leadership and self‑governance experience
• Proficiency in German for teaching (or ability to acquire within three years)

Who Should Apply

An internationally recognised scholar with a strong publication record in sociological theory, distinguished teaching experience, ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, and willingness to acquire German proficiency for teaching.

About the Employer

Friedrich Schiller University Jena, recently designated a German University of Excellence, offers a vibrant research environment in the humanities and social sciences with close ties to regional research and memorial institutions. The university hosts the trans‑faculty Cluster of Excellence "Imaginatics", fostering interdisciplinary study of social imagining.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

10 December 2026.

Where should applications be submitted?

Via the application portal at www.berufungsportal.uni-jena.de.

What language proficiency is required for teaching?

German proficiency is required, to be acquired within three years if not already possessed.

Which department is the position attached to?

Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.