We seek a colleague with an outstanding scientific track record in the fields of tectonics and structural geology. Research interests within these fields may include, but are not limited to, basin and foreland tectonics and dynamics, geothermal energy, geological CO₂ storage, rock mechanics, and/or seismic hazards. Qualified applicants must have a clear research and teaching vision and proven teaching and communication skills. This position includes teaching at both the bachelor and master levels. The successful candidate will develop an internationally recognized competitive research program sustained by external funding. The position may be filled at the level of Assistant Professor (tenure track) or Full Professor (tenured).

The University of Fribourg is a signatory to the DORA declaration and attaches great importance to a qualitative assessment of academic performance.

The University of Fribourg is a bilingual university. Teaching responsibilities encompass courses delivered in French or German at the Bachelor level, and in English at the Master level. The administrative languages are German and French. Candidates only knowledgeable of one of these two languages are expected to obtain the second language to the level of B1 within two years of arrival. Candidates not knowledgeable in either language are expected to acquire one of the two languages to the level of C1 and the second language to the level of B1 oral in the same time period.

The University of Fribourg is an equal opportunity employer and strives towards gender balance and diversity at all levels. Striving to increase the number of women in the faculty, the University of Fribourg therefore particularly encourages applications from qualified female scientists.

We seek candidates per August 1st 2026 or by mutual agreement.

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