Assistenz Altes Testament / Hebräische Bibel (Doc/PostDoc)

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This job ad was AI-translated from German. See original Job summary Show Join the University of Basel for a Doc/PostDoc role in Biblical studies. Enjoy a vibrant research atmosphere. Tasks Conduct research and pursue qualifications in Old Testament studies. Contribute to teaching and support projects in the department. Engage in academic self-administration activities. Skills Master's in Theology focusing on Hebrew Bible or Old Testament. Excellent Hebrew and good Greek language skills required. Strong proficiency in English and German, teaching readiness essential. About the job Assistant Old Testament / Hebrew Bible (Doc/PostDoc) Workplace Basel - North West Switzerland - SwitzerlandCategory Religions Position Senior Scientist / Postdoc Published27 May 2026 (60%) At the Faculty of Theology of the University of Basel, an assistant position (Doc or PostDoc) in the field of Old Testament and Semitic Linguistics (Prof. Dr Sonja Ammann) is to be filled from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement. The position is initially limited to one year (Doc) or two years (PostDoc) and will be extended by three (Doc) or four (PostDoc) years upon positive evaluation. Your tasks Independent research and academic further qualification with the aim of a doctorate or habilitation in the field of Old Testament/Hebrew Bible Participation in teaching (2 semester hours per week) Co-design and support of projects (preparation of third-party funding applications, organisation of international workshops, etc.) Participation in academic self-administration Your profile Above-average degree in Theology with a focus on the Hebrew Bible / Old Testament, possibly with a doctorate Very good knowledge of Hebrew (good knowledge of Greek desired) Very good knowledge of English and German (applicants should be able to teach and correspond in German, or be willing to achieve the corresponding language level within six months of starting the position) Openness to interdisciplinary and international collaboration Enjoyment of independent and team-oriented academic work We offer you The Faculty of Theology offers an attractive working and research environment for obtaining advanced academic qualifications. We support and promote early-career researchers with genuine personal interest and in a friendly atmosphere. Application / Contact If interested, please submit the following documents via the University of Basel's online portal by 30 June 2026: Letter of motivation Curriculum vitae PDFs of the master's thesis or dissertation and/or other scientific papers (max. 3) Academic degrees Names and contact details of two references Further information about the position is provided by Sonja Ammann, sonja.ammann@unibas.ch . Apply www.unibas.ch ') More information In your application, please refer to myScience.ch and referenceJobID69886.