Strategic Advisor for Cross-Border Teaching (sustainability and social science focus) 70-75%

Strategic Advisor for Cross-Border Teaching (sustainability and social science focus) 70-75%

01.02.2026

The Sustainability Research Group of the University of Basel is looking for a Strategic Advisor for Cross-Border Teaching (sustainability and social science focus).

This is a limited term, 9-month position at 70–75%, scheduled to start on February 1, 2026. Place of work will be Basel, Switzerland.

Your position

As a Strategic Advisor for Cross-Border Teaching (sustainability and social science focus), your role focuses on the development of sustainability-focused course offerings at the University of Basel. Specifically, it comprises :

• Supporting the development of flipped classroom courses (e.g., for the Pathways to Sustainability course program);
• Conducting a market analysis of existing courses in the field of sustainable development in the European context;
• Supporting the strategic development of Bachelor's and Master's level courses at the University of Basel in collaboration with Eucor and EPICUR partners.

In your work to further develop the University of Basel's sustainability-related courses, you will make targeted use of the unique opportunities offered by the European university networks Eucor – The European Campus and EPICUR, the European University Alliance. While Eucor, as a trinational network in the Upper Rhine region, has been promoting cross-border interuniversity cooperation for more than three decades, EPICUR, as a European university alliance, is opening up new perspectives through innovative and intercultural teaching formats in the key areas of sustainability and European identities. The aim of both EUCOR and EPICUR is to exploit synergies, jointly expand the range of courses on offer, provide high-quality teaching, and enable students to gain innovative cross-border and intercultural learning experiences in the field of sustainability.

You will recognize and exploit the potential of these networks for sustainability-related teaching at the University of Basel. In doing so, you will contribute to combining academic excellence with practical, transformative approaches – and thus help shape the future of sustainability education in a European context.

Your profile

Applicants should have a background in the social sciences and completed a Master's degree in a relevant field such as sustainable development, political science, political economy, public policy / administration, global governance, sustainability research, sociology, development studies, or another social science discipline. Expertise in sustainable global food systems is of advantage.

We are looking for candidates with a proficient level in English and in German, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a high willingness to collaborate. Candidates should have availability during the specified contract period; the start date is not negotiable.

We offer you

As part of the Sustainability Research Group of the University of Basel, you will be able to work in a highly stimulating environment. You will join a supportive and collaborative work environment with regular meetings and exchanges.

You will work closely with Professor Janina Grabs (head of the Sustainability Research Group), Professor Alejandra Morán Ordoñez (head of the Landscape Ecology and Ecosystem Conservation Group), and another Strategic Advisor for Cross-Border Teaching in a complementary field (natural sciences). You will also be provided with ample opportunity to develop your profile in preparation for the next steps of the career ladder.

The successful candidates will be offered an attractive remuneration package (salary, social benefits) in accordance with the guidelines of the University, with access to the University's rich program of Continuing Education, Language Teaching and University Sports.

The University of Basel is an equal opportunity employer; women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

As a Strategic Advisor for Cross-Border Teaching (sustainability and social science focus), your role focuses on the development of sustainability-focused course offerings at the University of Basel. Specifically, it comprises :

In your work to further develop the University of Basel's sustainability-related courses, you will make targeted use of the unique opportunities offered by the European university networks Eucor – The European Campus and EPICUR, the European University Alliance. While Eucor, as a trinational network in the Upper Rhine region, has been promoting cross-border interuniversity cooperation for more than three decades, EPICUR, as a European university alliance, is opening up new perspectives through innovative and intercultural teaching formats in the key areas of sustainability and European identities. The aim of both EUCOR and EPICUR is to exploit synergies, jointly expand the range of courses on offer, provide high-quality teaching, and enable students to gain innovative cross-border and intercultural learning experiences in the field of sustainability.

You will recognize and exploit the potential of these networks for sustainability-related teaching at the University of Basel. In doing so, you will contribute to combining academic excellence with practical, transformative approaches – and thus help shape the future of sustainability education in a European context.

Please submit a CV and motivation letter as PDF files on the online recruiting tool of the University of Basel.If you have any further questions about the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Janina Grabs : janina.grabs@unibas.ch .The application deadline is 31.12.2025 , with interviews scheduled in the week of January 5 2026 .