Postdoctoral researcher (m/f/d) in the DFG project “Cultural Memory in Crisis”

TH Köln - University of Applied Sciences; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technical university in Germany is offering a postdoctoral position focused on 'Digital Cultural Memory' within the DFG project. The successful candidate will conduct independent research, coordinate data management, and teach in the project’s Research Master Studies. Candidates should possess a master's and excellent doctoral degree in relevant fields, with research experience in cultural memory. The role offers flexible hours and a family-friendly work environment, enhancing professional and personal development opportunities.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Mobile working by arrangement

Family-friendly working conditions

Training and further education opportunities

Opportunities to participate in university events

Qualifikationen

• University degree at master's level and excellent doctoral degree in architecture or related fields.
• Research experience in cultural memory and/or digital culture.
• Knowledge of generative design and AI.

Aufgaben

• Conduct independent research on 'Digital Cultural Memory'.
• Coordinate project’s research data management.
• Teach in the Research Master Studies of the DFG project.

Kenntnisse

Research experience in cultural memory

Knowledge of digital practices in architecture

Very good German skills

Very good English skills

Event management experience

Ausbildung

Master's degree and excellent doctoral degree in related field

Tools

MS Office programs

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company TH Köln - University of Applied Sciences Research Field Architecture Arts Anthropology Computer science History › Art history Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 18 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

• Independent research within the framework of the DFG project “Cultural Memory in Crisis” with an individual qualification project focusing on “Digital Cultural Memory” in the context of architecture
• Presentation, discussion and publication of individual research results within the framework of the DFG project and at other scientific events
• Scientific coordination of the project’s research data management (RDM)
• Responsibility for teaching in the Research Master Studies of the DFG project (2 SWS)
• Contribution to the DFG project’s transfer activities (including preparation of own research for transfer, communication with project members and external co-researchers)
• Support for the monthly colloquia of the “Digital Cultural Memory” research unit
• University degree (master’s level) and excellent doctoral degree in architecture, digital humanities, art history, media anthropology, experimental computer science, design or comparable discipline
• Research experience in the field of cultural memory and/or digital culture in the context of architecture
• Knowledge of digital practices, processes and strategies in architecture as well as generative design and AI is desirable
• Ideally, experience as a research assistant at a university, university of applied sciences, or other research institution
• Knowledge of planning and conducting academic courses
• Experience in event management (e.g., organisation of scientific conferences or workshops) is welcome
• Ideally, skills in handling RDM processes and data repositories
• Experience with academic committee work is an advantage
• Confident use of common MS Office programmes
• Very good German and English skills
• Reliability and a careful, analytical and cooperative approach to work

Additional Information

• Remuneration according to EG 13TV-L
• Insights into interdisciplinary research contexts and the opportunity for further academic qualification
• Flexible working hours and the option of mobile working by arrangement
• Family-friendly working conditions and environment
• A wide range of training and further education opportunities for your professional and personal development
• Opportunities to participate in university sports and health promotion programmes
• Participation in university events (e.g. staff outings, readings, summer parties)
• Close to public transport
• Digital communication and work processes within your team
• Annual extra payment according to TV-L

Eligibility criteria

TH Köln is committed to providing equal opportunities and seeks to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching. Thus, applications from women are given preferential consideration in case of equal suitability.
Applicants with disabilities and persons with comparable status are also given preference in case of equal suitability.

Submission Guidelines

In addition to the usual application documents, please submit a CV (including a list of publications and/or project references) and a 2–3-page project outline related to the DFG project and the job profile.

Additional comments

Please understand that we cannot cover any costs incurred by you as a result of the interview.