Jacobs University Bremen, Humanities Center

Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Humanities

The Research Center “Humanities, Modernity, Globalization” at Jacobs University in Bremen, Germany invites applications for

 Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Humanities

The position allows for independent research, but the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the center’s research agenda; be involved in ongoing research initiatives; assist in project management, fund raising, and third-party funding applications. In addition, s/he will teach one course per semester, either a seminar related to topics of his/her expertise and/or an introductory course.

The research center is particularly interested in applicants whose scholarship focuses on contemporary issues, intercultural concepts, and global perspectives in fields such as art history, literature, cultural history, religious studies, media studies, anthropology, and philosophy.

Successful applicants will hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a humanities discipline. S/he will be responsible, self-motivated, and enjoy working in an international academic environment. In addition to excellent writing and presentation skills, organization and management skills are essential. Proven experience with project management and/or the acquisition of third party funds will be considered a definite plus. Fluency in English is a must, knowledge of other languages is desirable. Candidates who do not speak German are encouraged to take part in the German courses offered by Jacobs University. Experience with ehumanities is especially welcome.

 The appointment will commence on September 1, 2013, subject to budgetary approval. For further information regarding the research center, visit our website: http://www.jacobs-university.de/hmg

Jacobs University is a private, international, English-language University in Northern Germany. It is an equal opportunity employer and is certified “Family Friendly” by the Hertie Foundation.For further information see www.jacobs-university.de

 Please sent applications electronically as one PDF document to hmg@jacobs-university.de and include the following items:

•         Letter of application

•         Curriculum Vitae with list of publications

•         Names and contact information of three references

•         A short description of three courses the you could teach, with indication of whether the course would be taught at an introductory or advanced level

In addition to the PDF application, we ask you to provide us with electronic copies of two published articles or book chapters

We accept applications on a rolling basis. To receive full consideration we ask you to submit your application until May, 31st, 2013.