OpenFieldFU Berlin Assistant Professor (W1) in European Integration & Comparative Politics
Tenure-track Assistant Professorship (W1) at the Otto Suhr Institute of Political Science, conducting independent research on European Union institutional decision-making, democratic deficit, and comparative welfare state reform.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Political Science, European Studies, or International Relations awarded within the last 4 years.
- English language proficiency
- Exemplary English teaching and research capabilities (German advantageous).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not applicable.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Minimum 5 peer-reviewed publications in top political science and European politics journals.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference contacts.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full 3+3 year Junior Professorship (W1): approx. €58,000 to €64,000/year gross with civil service benefits
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Not applicable; junior faculty academic position.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 31, 2027 (Public academic search closing date)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Freie Universität Berlin documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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