The University of Kassel is a modern and growing University with round about 21.000 students. The university’s wide range of expertise covers subjects in the natural, applied, cultural and social sciences.

At the Faculty of Humanities, Institute of Philosophy, the following professorship is to be filled by 1. April 2028

W2 Professorship (m/f/d) in ‘Philosophy with a Specialisation in Theoretical Philosophy’

Application deadline:
14.10.2026

Date of hire: 1. April 2028

Vacancy number:
39447
The position represents philosophy with a specialisation in theoretical philosophy, across the full breadth of the subject in both research and teaching. The candidate is expected to have systematic research interests in at least two of the following areas: continental philosophy of language, critical theory, philosophical anthropology, philosophy of nature or phenomenology. Furthermore, a historical area of competence is expected.

Teaching responsibilities include courses in the BA programmes in ‘Philosophy’ and ‘Philosophy – Sustainability – Critique’, the MA programme in ‘Philosophy: Environment – Society – Critique’, and the teacher training programme for secondary schools in the subject of Philosophy. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate an ability to engage with the research areas within the Institute of Philosophy, experience in interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to contribute to the University of Kassel’s key research priorities. The position’s responsibilities include supporting postgraduate research and participating in academic self-governance.

Requirements:

The appointment requirements are a PhD in Philosophy, university teaching experience, a relevant Habilitation or additional academic achievements in Philosophy, and publications. Proven teaching experience at universities in German or German language skills at least at C1 level are expected. Experience in securing external funding is desired.

The prerequisites for employment and performance requirements are determined by §§ 67, 68 of the Higher Education Act of the Federal State of Hesse (HessHG).

Please submit your application, including a detailed covering letter, CV, copies of certificates and diplomas, a list of academic works and publications, a brief description (approx. half a page) of the subject matter and approach of your qualifying theses (doctoral thesis and Habilitation or additional academic achievements), and a list of courses taught.

For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Philip Hogh, Tel.: +49 561 804-3548.

In the event of any differences between the German and English versions of this call for application, the German wording is legally binding.

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