Postdoc in sociology of intergroup relations

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Start Date 01.01.2027 or by arrangement
Employment Relationship 80%, fixed-term, limited to 4 years
Institution / Workplace Institute of Sociology Bern
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The Institute of Sociology (IFS) at the University of Bern has a vacancy for a postdoc position with an employment rate of 80% starting January 1, 2027, or by arrangement. The postdoc's main responsibilities will be to pursue research on intergroup relations, social networks, deviance, and related topics, and to contribute to research projects at the IFS and the department. Contributions to teaching activities in the Bachelor and Master curricula of the department are also expected. The salary ranges from CHF 91,000 to 108,000 depending on work experience (annual gross salary, excluding social security contributions by the employer, calculated on a full-time basis).

Tasks

  • Research on topics related to intergroup relations, social networks, and deviance
  • Curriculum development and teaching in the Bachelor and Master programs of the department in these areas
  • Collaboration on research projects at the IFS and the department
  • Further development of own research agenda
  • Participation in academic activities of the IFS and the department

Requirements

  • PhD in sociology or related disciplines
  • Relevant qualifications in sociology, social psychology, or related disciplines
  • Research experience in intergroup relations, social network analysis, deviance, or related areas
  • Experience with quantitative and/or computational methods
  • Experience in teaching at the Bachelor and Master levels
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English; sound knowledge of German is a plus
  • Experience with writing third-party funding applications is a plus
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Your Benefits

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Research activities on current and socially relevant topics. Room to develop own research and teaching projects.
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Individual career support
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Collaborative environment and ambitious team
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Strong research infrastructure and international network
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Your Benefits

  • Research activities on current and socially relevant topics. Room to develop own research and teaching projects.
  • Individual career support
  • Collaborative environment and ambitious team
  • Strong research infrastructure and international network

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Application and Contact

The University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. For further information on the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Wojtek Przepiorka from the IFS.

Applications should include a short letter of motivation (maximum one page), a CV in tabular form, a list of publications highlighting the three most relevant publications for the advertised position, two references that we can contact if necessary (no reference letters), copies of the most important certificates (university certificate, PhD diploma). The first round of interviews with selected candidates is expected to take place by the end of August.

Please upload your application in a single PDF file no later than 11.08.2026.

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Prof. Dr. Wojtek Przepiorka

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