PhD-Position in Social Anthropology

Planning and realization of a PhD project, including ethnographic fieldwork Organizational and administrative tasks in the framework of the project, contribution to the overall aims of the research project by participating in regular meetings and organizing workshops Active participation in Department's activities (colloquia; collaboration in media outreach) Presentation of research results at workshops and international conferences & Publishing Collaboration with institutions and relevant stakeholders Contribution to science communication for a non-academic audience.

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education.

• MA degree in Social Anthropology or related disciplines

• Experience with qualitative methods and ethnographic fieldwork, preferably an emerging publication profile

• Desired, but not necessary are theoretical and empirical interests in the fields of the anthropology of religion, anthropology of ethics, in European societies and philosophy

• High proficiency in English and preferably German

• Excellent organizational and communication abilities

• Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with the team

• For the duration of the contract, weekly presence at the Department is expected during the term.