To: Members of the International Sociological Association Job opening Chair in Sociology The Faculty of Arts of the University of Zurich Switzerland The successful applicant will be involved in research, teaching and internal administration at the Sociological Institute of the University of Zurich and a share of the financial and human resources of the Institute will be at his/her disposal. Applicants with a habilitation or equivalent post-doctoral work are expected to have a strong interest in developing sociological theory. They must be able to demonstrate experience in research using quantitative methods, preferably complemented by qualitative methods, as well as the ability and readiness to participate actively in the teaching of theory and methodology also at undergraduate levels. The first priority when considering applications will be the quality of research and teaching, as well as theoretical ambitions coupled with competence in empirical research. The next criterion will be the areas of specialization. To complement the existing professorial age structure at the Institute, a younger personality is being sought. The usual language of teaching at the University of Zurich is German. However, for a transitional period of one year, lectures in English would be acceptable. Applications with CV and references (please do not forward any publications or certificates yet!) should be sent to by 15 March 2000: Philosophische Fakultaet Universitaet Zurich Ramistrasse 71 CH-8006 Zrich Switzerland