Dr. Florian Zacher

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Florian Zacher is a research associate and lecturer specializing in Church History at Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen. His academic journey includes significant roles at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, where he served as a scientific assistant at the Chair of Old Testament and the Chair of Older Church History. He received his doctorate in Theology, focusing on the historical and literary context of Gaius Marius Victorinus as a Christian philosopher. Zacher’s research interests encompass early Christian philosophy, the Trinitarian controversies of the 4th century, and the Anabaptist movement in the 16th century. He has published works on various topics, including the relationship between Christianity and ancient philosophy, the rhetorical structures in Victorinus’s texts, and issues surrounding the development of the papacy. His teaching experience includes seminars on early Christian literature and the theological implications of key church historical debates. Zacher is an active participant in conferences and workshops, contributing to dialogues on patristic studies and contemporary theological discussions.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2022-01-01 — Present

Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen • Tübingen, Germany

Worked in the Dean's administration of the Faculty of Protestant Theology, focusing on teaching and academic projects.

Research Associate

2021-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg • Erlangen, Germany

Assisted in the Chair of Old Testament studies, contributing to research and curriculum development.

Requirements for Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in English or American Studies Knowledge of English at C1 CEFR level
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor certificate
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1)
  • CV
  • Letter of motivation
Specialization Notes

Department of English Literature: Focus includes English Literatures and Cultures, Linguistics, and Cultural Studies.