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Dr. Ahmed Husic serves as a Research Associate at the Paderborn Institute of Islamic Theology (PIIT) within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Paderborn University since January 2020. He completed his doctoral studies at Ruhr University Bochum, where he earned his doctorate in January 2024 with a dissertation on the essential attributes of God in the theology of Sayf ad-din al-Amidi (d. 1233).
His research concentrates on classical and contemporary questions of Islamic systematic theology (Kalām), with particular emphasis on divine attributes and their significance throughout theological history, as well as Islamic ethics and its societal implications. Dr. Husic explores the connections between theological concepts and ethical questions such as social justice, freedom, responsibility, and the problem of evil within the context of Kalām.
His scholarly output shows a clear focus on the theological works of Sayf ad-din al-Amidi, examining divine attributes, omnipotence, and will within the classical Islamic theological tradition. His publications demonstrate rigorous engagement with primary Arabic sources and contribute to contemporary discussions about the relevance of classical Islamic theology.
- Research Associate at Paderborn Institute of Islamic Theology since 2020
- Doctorate from Ruhr University Bochum (2024)
- Specializes in Kalām (Islamic systematic theology)
- Focus on divine attributes in classical Islamic thought
Dr. Husic maintains an active teaching schedule at Paderborn University, regularly instructing students in scientific methodology for Islamic theological studies while also teaching specialized courses on Islamic theology, ethics, and history. His community involvement includes board positions with the Islamic Community of Bosnians in Germany and the Islamic Competence Center for Welfare Services, demonstrating his commitment to both academic scholarship and practical community engagement.
His research group and collaborations include partnerships with the Center for Theological Studies and Interreligious Dialogue (CTSI) in Bonn and the Center for Religious Studies (ZeKK) in Paderborn, where he participates in doctoral workshops and collaborative research projects focused on Islamic theology.
