The Institute for Slavic Languages and Literatures (ISSL) in the Faculty of Humanities of the University of Bern invites applications for a 70% position as Lecturer in Slavic Linguistics (Ukrainian), beginning on August 1st, 2026, or at the earliest convenient date.
Application deadline: Monday, March 2nd 2026
The successful candidate will represent Ukrainian linguistics in research and teaching and will be responsible for Ukrainian language instruction across the BA and MA programs in Slavic Studies. The position also includes teaching contributions to the interdisciplinary Eastern European Studies program.
The appointee will additionally coordinate the joint-degree programs in Slavic Studies and Eastern European Studies offered by the Universities of Bern and Fribourg and is expected to engage actively in collaboration with related disciplines as well as with the Center for the Study of Language and Society (CSLS). Participation in academic governance is also expected.
Command of German for teaching and administration is expected or must be acquired within two years of taking up the position. Good knowledge of French, English, and additional relevant languages is desirable.
The University of Bern is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. It seeks in particular to increase the share of women in academic positions and welcomes applications from qualified candidates. Where possible, the University supports dual-career arrangements. The University of Bern also welcomes applications from people with disabilities, People of Color, and individuals belonging to ethnic minorities in the Swiss context.
Details are available on the University of Bern job portal, as well as via direct links in German and English.