University Assistant Postdoctoral, Catholic Theology

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Hans-Jürgen Feulner

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Startdate: 15.10.2026 |

Working hours:

40 | Collective bargaining agreement:

• 48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 14.10.2032 Reference no.: 5906

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A postdoc position is available in the Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology at the Institute of Historical Theology, starting October 15, 2026. Our research areas include: basic ritual studies in the perspective of “Comparative Liturgiology”, study of Anglican liturgy (especially ordination rites), religious rituals in film, and studies of Eastern Church and Oriental as well as Early Church liturgies.

In addition, the department also deals with modern pastoral‑liturgical issues such as virtual worship services, liturgical hygiene, and much more. We are a motivated team; besides the head of the department we currently employ two assistants and one administrative assistant. A good and close cooperation is important to us. In addition, the department runs an internationally renowned open access journal (Ex Fonte).

• Establishing or expanding an independent research profile,
• Participation in research projects and academic studies,
• Co-supervision of students, in particular of the (Eastern Church) doctoral students of the department,
• International publications and lectures,
• Project application and acquisition of third‑party funding,
• Preparation and completion of a habilitation (ready for publication) or an equivalent qualification in the discipline
• Independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement,
• Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance,
• Participation in research, teaching and administration,
• Participation in the publication projects of the department, especially the journal Ex Fonte (editorial supervision and technical implementation).

• Doctorate/PhD in (Catholic) Theology or equivalent qualification,
• Very good written and spoken German (proof of proficiency must be provided within one year of starting the position),
• Solid knowledge of university self-governance, particularly quality assurance,
• (higher education) teaching skills,
• Proficiency in at least one modern foreign language besides English,
• Good command of the languages commonly used in liturgical studies (e.g., Latin, Ancient Greek...),
• Computer skills,
• Ability to work in a team.

• Specialization in Liturgical Studies (and Sacramental Theology) or on a relevant liturgical topic (Ph.D./STD/Dr.theol.),
• Excellent written and spoken English,
• Teaching experience,
• Experience with e-learning,
• Experience participating in research projects,
• Publications in renowned, subject‑specific journals (peer‑reviewed).

• Good knowledge of Western and Eastern liturgical traditions,
• Paleographic knowledge,
• Research experience in Liturgical Studies, particularly regarding current issues (including blessings, Eucharist, Liturgy of the Hours),
• Experience in establishing and maintaining interuniversity partnerships,
• Knowledge of relevant Eastern languages (e.g., Syriac, Church Slavonic),
• Knowledge of university procedures and structures,
• International experience
• Experience in student support.

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can work remote/hybrid.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a…