Professorships in Europe range from tenure-track assistant professor positions to full chairs (ordinarius). Requirements typically include a strong publication record, evidence of successful funding acquisition, teaching experience and often a completed Habilitation (in German-speaking countries). Many European countries have introduced tenure-track systems alongside traditional chair models in recent years.
•Primary funding body: SNSF (Swiss National Science Foundation)
•Working language: English in STEM, varies by canton otherwise
•Non-EU nationals need a work permit; universities sponsor them routinely
•Typical PhD duration: 3–5 years
University of Zurich · Department of Evolutionary Anthropology (IEA)
Professorship
Professorship for Evolutionary Anthropology and Primatology
The successful candidate must be an established researcher in their field of evolutionary anthropology and primatology with a proven track record in terms of research output, acquisition of third-party funding, and teaching and mentoring. The future professor is expected to strengthen the scientific impact and societal role of the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology (IEA). The professorship will be substantially integrated into the three existing biology curricula within the Faculty of Science at the University of Zurich. It is expected to regularly offer core and elective courses-ranging…
University of Zurich · Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics
Professorship
Professorship in Gender Economics
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
We seek a dynamic and inclusive leader with outstanding clinical expertise, a distinguished scientific track record, and strong international recognition, who can articulate a compelling vision for the future of neurological research and education. Applicants must hold a habilitation (or equivalent qualification) and board certification in neurology. Relevant research areas may include, but are not limited to, cerebrovascular diseases, neurooncology, movement disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, and neuroimmunology. Candidates should demonstrate leadership experience at the level of senior…
What is the difference between tenure-track and Habilitation?+
Tenure-track is a time-limited appointment (typically 5–6 years) that leads to a permanent professorship upon successful evaluation. The Habilitation is a traditional German-speaking qualification involving a second major research work beyond the PhD. Many European universities now offer tenure-track as an alternative, though the Habilitation remains valued in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
What salary can a professor expect in Europe?+
Professor salaries vary enormously across Europe. In Switzerland, full professors earn CHF 150,000–250,000+. In Germany, W3 professors earn €70,000–100,000+ depending on the state and negotiated supplements. In Southern Europe, salaries are lower (€40,000–70,000) but so is the cost of living.
What is the typical PhD salary in Switzerland?+
PhD students in Switzerland are employed researchers, typically earning CHF 47,000–50,000 per year at ETH/EPFL and cantonal universities. Salaries vary slightly by canton and institution but are among the highest in the world for doctoral researchers.
Do I need to speak German to work in academia in Switzerland?+
University of Zurich · Klinik für Traumatologie
Professorship
Professor of Trauma Surgery of the Musculoskeletal System
We are seeking a dynamic, integrative and cooperative personality with extensive clinical expertise and scientific experience in trauma surgery, particularly in polytrauma research and the care of polytrauma patients. A habilitation or equivalent scientific qualification and a specialist title in Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma Surgery of the Musculoskeletal System as well as a subspecialty title in Spine Surgery or an equivalent foreign qualification are required. Willingness to cooperate with related clinical specialties...
Professorship of Traumatology of the Musculoskeletal System
We are looking for a dynamic, integrative, and collaborative personality, with extensive clinical expertise and scientific experience in traumatology, particularly in polytrauma research and the care of polytrauma patients. A habilitation or an equivalent academic qualification, as well as board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology of the Musculoskeletal System, and subspecialty certification in spinal surgery or an equivalent foreign qualification, are required. Willingness to cooperate with related disciplines at USZ and the University Hospital Balgrist is expected. As you…
At the Medical Faculty of the University of Zurich, the Chair of Neurology is to be newly filled as of February 1, 2028. The chair is located at the Department of Neurology of the University Hospital Zurich and represents the discipline in research, patient care, and teaching. It is connected with the leadership of the clinic.
Professorship in History of the Early Middle Ages: Focus on Material Cultures (Open Rank)
As Switzerland's largest university, the University of Zurich offers a variety of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional profiles for apprentices, the University provides an inspiring work environment in cutting-edge research and education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Learn more about UZH as an employer!
Professorship in History of the Earlier Middle Ages with a Focus on Material Cultures (Open Rank)
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
University of Zurich · Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics
Professorship
Assistant Professorship in Finance (with tenure-track)
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
University of Zurich · Klinik für Gastroenterologie und Hepatologie
Professorship
Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
We are seeking a dynamic, integrative and cooperative personality with extensive clinical expertise and scientific experience in gastroenterology or hepatology. A habilitation or equivalent scientific qualification and a specialist title in gastroenterology (FMH) or an equivalent foreign qualification are required. Since you will be assuming the leadership of the Clinic for Gastroenterology and Hepatology, you bring experience in the management or deputy management of a university clinical unit. Furthermore…
University of Zurich · Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Professorship
Professorship of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
We are seeking a dynamic, integrative, and collaborative individual with extensive clinical and scientific experience in gastroenterology or hepatology. A habilitation or an equivalent academic qualification, as well as board certification in gastroenterology (FMH), or an equivalent international qualification, are required. As the future head of the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, we expect the successful candidate to possess a successful leadership track record as head or deputy head of a clinical unit at a university hospital. In addition, you have a strong track record as a…
The University of Zurich offers a wide range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, Switzerland's largest university provides an inspiring working environment at the vanguard of research and education. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
As Switzerland's largest university, the University of Zurich offers a variety of attractive positions in different subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 apprenticeship profiles for trainees, the university provides an inspiring work environment in cutting-edge research and education. Apply your talent and skills with us. Learn more about UZH as an employer!
Professor of Psychology and Blockchain (100%, open rank)
The University of Lucerne is a modern, personal and dynamic human sciences university at the heart of Switzerland and Europe. In keeping with our guiding principle 'Moving Human Sciences', we focus on people and their institutions with our six faculties and two academies. Our aim is to develop the University of Lucerne into a pioneering, internationally visible centre for research and teaching in the human sciences. The Faculty of Behavioural Sciences and Psychology conducts innovative research that strengthens professional care in Switzerland and helps position Lucerne as an international…
Als grösste Universität der Schweiz bietet die Universität Zürich eine Vielzahl von attraktiven Positionen in verschiedenen Fachbereichen und Berufsfeldern. Mit rund 10'000 Mitarbeitenden und aktuell 12 Berufsprofilen für Lernende bietet die Universität ein inspirierendes Arbeitsumfeld in der Spitzenforschung und Bildung. Setzen Sie Ihr Talent und Ihre Fähigkeiten bei uns ein. Erfahren Sie mehr über die UZH als Arbeitgeberin!
Professur für Notfallmedizin (open rank) / Direktor*in und Chefärzt*in der Universitätsklinik für Notfallmedizin
Die neue Stelleninhaberin/der neue Stelleninhaber bringt mehrjährige Erfahrung in leitenden Funktionen in einer grösseren interdisziplinären universitären Notfallmedizin mit und kann eine breite klinische Erfahrung in der Notfallmedizin, im Schockraum- und Polytraumamanagement vorweisen. Sie/er soll das Fachgebiet in Klinik, Wissenschaft und Lehre exzellent vertreten, die akademische Notfallmedizin in der Klinik, in Aus-, Weiter- und Fortbildung sowie in der Forschung vernetzen, stärken und weiterentwickeln. Die Stelle soll mit einer international anerkannten und vernetzten Persönlichkeit mit…
Professorship in Emergency Medicine (open rank) / Director and Chief Physician of the Department of Emergency Medicine
The future position holder brings several years of experience in leadership roles within a large, interdisciplinary university emergency medicine department and has extensive clinical experience in emergency medicine, shock room management, and polytrauma management. She or he is expected to represent the specialty with excellence in clinical practice, research, and teaching, and to integrate, strengthen, and further develop academic emergency medicine in clinical practice, in undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education, as well as in research. The position is to be filled by an…
The Medical Faculty of the University of Basel and the University Hospital Basel are recruiting for a clinical professorship in hematology in conjunction with the position of Chief Physician of the Department of Hematology. The professorship in hematology is being vacated due to the emeritus status of the current position holder. The university Department of Hematology at University Hospital Basel is Switzerland's largest treatment center for allogeneic stem cell transplantation. In clinical care, Hematology Basel holds a leading national and international role, particularly...
The Medical Faculty of the University of Basel and the University Hospital Basel are looking to fill the position of Professor of Hematology in connection with the position of Chief Physician of the Department of Hematology Due to the retirement of the current position holder, the professorship for hematology will become vacant. The Hematology Department at the University Hospital Basel is the largest center for allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) in Switzerland. In clinical care, the Hematology Clinic in Basel holds a preeminent position both nationally and internationally,…
Tenure-Track Assistant Professorship in Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics
The Department of Physics at the University of Basel, Switzerland, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of an assistant professor in the area of Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics. The University of Basel conducts internationally recognized, leading research in quantum physics and quantum technologies, is home of the Swiss Nanoscience Institute and the two currently running National Centres for Competence in Research SPIN and PRECISION. Your position The new professor will be expected to conduct an excellent research program and contribute to teaching…
The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Basel and the University Children's Hospital Basel are looking to fill the position of Professor of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology. The Faculty of Medicine Basel and the University Children's Hospital Basel (UKBB) are advertising the position of a structural clinical professorship as part of a reappointment. Your position You will be responsible for the clinical, operational and academic aspects of paediatric haematology and oncology at the University Children's Hospital Basel. As a member of the Chief Medical Staff of the University…
Professur für Pädiatrische Hämatologie und Onkologie
Die Medizinische Fakultät der Universität Basel und das Universitäts-Kinderspital beider Basel suchen eine Professorin / einen Professor für Pädiatrische Hämatologie und Onkologie. Die Medizinische Fakultät Basel und das Universitäts-Kinderspital beider Basel (UKBB) schreiben die Stelle einer strukturellen klinischen Professur im Rahmen einer Wiederbesetzung aus. Ihre Aufgaben Sie verantworten in fachlicher, organisatorischer und akademischer Hinsicht die pädiatrische Hämatologie und Onkologie am Universitäts-Kinderspital beider Basel (UKBB). Als Mitglied des Chefarztstabs des UKBB sind Sie…
English is the working language in most STEM departments at Swiss universities. German, French or Italian may be expected for teaching or administrative roles depending on the linguistic region. ETH Zurich and EPFL operate largely in English.
