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Freie Universität Berlin
Berlin, Germany
Professorship in Sociology with a Focus on Eastern Europe, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany
Job Type
Professor
Field
Sociology
Location
Berlin, Germany
Published
Oct 28, 2026
Deadline
November 26, 2026
Summary
The Freie Universität Berlin invites applications for a University Professor position in Sociology with a focus on Eastern Europe. The role is attached to the Department of Political and Social Sciences and the Institute for Eastern European Studies. Teaching duties are equally divided between the Institute for East European Studies and the Institute of Sociology. The appointment follows Section 100 of the Berlin Higher Education Act and is classified at salary grade W3 or equivalent. Applications must be submitted by 26 November 2026 via the university’s appointment portal. No further details on required qualifications, experience, or additional benefits are provided in the advertisement.
Key Facts
| Employer | Freie Universität Berlin |
| Department | Department of Political and Social Sciences; Institute for Eastern European Studies |
| Position Type | Professor |
| Discipline | Sociology |
| Research Area | Sociology with a focus on Eastern Europe |
| Salary | Salary grade: W 3 or equivalent |
| Funding | Salary |
| Deadline | 2026-11-26 |
| Employer Address | Kaiserswerther Straße 16–18, 14195, Berlin |
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research in sociology focusing on Eastern Europe
- Teach sociology with a focus on Eastern Europe
- Share teaching duties 50% at Institute for East European Studies and 50% at Institute of Sociology
Who Should Apply
Candidates with a strong background in sociology, especially research on Eastern Europe, and who are prepared to undertake both research and teaching responsibilities at the Freie Universität Berlin should apply.
About the Employer
Freie Universität Berlin, Department of Political and Social Sciences; Institute for Eastern European Studies, Berlin, Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is 26 November 2026.
What salary grade is offered?
The position is classified at salary grade W3 or equivalent.
How are teaching responsibilities divided?
Teaching is split 50% between the Institute for East European Studies and 50% at the Institute of Sociology.
This listing is summarised from the official advertisement. Always confirm the details, including the closing date, on the employer's own site before applying.