Research Assistant (PhD or Post Doc) : The Institute for “Romanistik und Latinistik” at Osnabrück University’s Department of Language and Literature (Prof. Dr. Oliver Ehmer) is inviting applications for the position of Research Assistant in Romance Linguistics. This role offers the opportunity to work on a PhD or Habilitation project in the field of Romance Linguistics, with a preference for Spanish. The position includes teaching responsibilities, participation in research projects, and administrative duties. If you are passionate about Romance Linguistics and have the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
Designation: Research Assistant (PhD or Post Doc)
Research Area: Romance Linguistics (preferably Spanish, French possible)
Location: Osnabrück University
Eligibility/Qualification:
- In case of a PhD: Completed university studies in Linguistics or philology (Master’s).
- In case of a Post Doc: Completed university studies in Linguistics or philology (Master’s) and completed PhD.
- Willingness to conduct field recordings abroad.
Job Description:
Research Assistant (PhD or Post Doc) in Romance Linguistics (m/f/d)
As a Research Assistant in Romance Linguistics, your responsibilities will include:
- Execution of a PhD or Habilitation project in the field of Romance Linguistics (with a preference for Spanish).
- Teaching courses in romance linguistics (2 LVS).
- Participation in research projects led by the professor.
- Administrative duties.
Additional Qualifications: In addition to the basic qualifications, candidates with the following qualifications will be preferred:
- Advanced knowledge in the fields of interactional linguistics, conversation analysis, and/or spoken language.
- Advanced knowledge of Spanish Linguistics (alternatively French Linguistics) and the Spanish language; knowledge of a second Romance language is desirable.
- Experience with linguistic field recordings.
- Experience in organizing scientific events.
Osnabrück University is committed to promoting work-life balance for parents and ensuring gender equality. Preference will be given to candidates with a disability if two candidates are equally qualified.
Please include the following in your application:
- Letter of motivation, tabular CV, university degree, contact details of two personal references.
- Draft of a possible research project (approximately 800 words, excluding references).
- If applicable: list of publications, list of courses taught.
- Sample of an academic text (e.g. master’s thesis, article, dissertation thesis).
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted electronically in a single PDF document (with example texts attached separately) using the identifier 2023_EHM2 to the email address: bewerb-rom@uni-osnabrueck.de.
Last Date for Apply: Application deadline: 15 December 2023.
For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Oliver Ehmer at oliver.ehmer@uos.de.
We eagerly anticipate your application for this exciting opportunity in the field of Romance Linguistics at Osnabrück University.
