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Tobias Werron is a Professor of Sociological Theory and General Sociology at the Faculty of Sociology, University of Bielefeld. He has held this position since 2016 and is affiliated with the Department of Sociological Theory, the Institute for World Society, and leads a research group focused on sociological theory. He is also a project leader in the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Center SFB 1288 'Practices of Comparison. Ordering and Changing the World'.
- Professor of Sociological Theory, University of Bielefeld (since 2016)
- Project Leader, SFB 1288, Project Area F
- Member of the Board, Institute for World Society
- Member, Faculty Conference (deputy representative)
Werron’s research spans sociological theory, globalization, competition, rankings, and violent conflict. He critically examines the 'methodological nationalism' in classical sociology and integrates insights from global history to rethink modern social dynamics. His work explores how electric telecommunication enabled global simultaneity and publics, and how competition manifests across social fields — from science to sports to politics.
His recent publications reflect a strong focus on the sociology of rankings, the historical development of global competition, and the paradoxes of non-violence norms in international politics. He collaborates with scholars like Jelena Brankovic, Leopold Ringel, and Teresa Koloma Beck, particularly on the concept of 'violent conflictions' — where local conflicts compete for global legitimacy and attention.
Werron has received recognition for his work, including the 2nd Prize of the Fritz Thyssen Foundation in 2013. He teaches core modules in sociological theory and supervises advanced students in foundational and historical sociology.
- 2nd Prize, Fritz Thyssen Foundation (2013)
As a leading figure in the sociology of competition and global comparison practices, Werron bridges theoretical depth with empirical analysis. His leadership in major research projects and interdisciplinary collaboration underscores his significant role in contemporary sociological discourse.