Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x)

LMU; München; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on TV-L scale

Central Munich location

Part-time option

Job summary

LMU München invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in English Literature. The role emphasizes independent research and publications, with teaching duties on English Literature programmes and coordination of conferences and research projects.

Native English required; a PhD in English Literature (Shakespeare Studies desirable) and university teaching experience are essential. The position is based in Munich, with full-time (100%) or part-time arrangements.

Qualifications

• Candidates are required to have a doctorate in English Literature, including Shakespeare Studies
• Research interests in one or more areas of English Literature from the late Middle Ages to the present day; knowledge and specialisms in the late Middle Ages, the Early Modern period are desirable
• Suitability for teaching; experience in university teaching
• All work will be conducted in English, therefore native proficiency in English is required
• Delivering teaching modules (five hours per week) on the English Literature programmes
• Assistance with examinations and with coordination and delivery of course modules

Responsibilities

• Independent research and publication work
• Collaboration on the Chair’s research and publication projects
• Supporting the Chair in the preparation and organization of conferences and research projects
• Delivering teaching modules (five hours per week) on the English Literature programmes
• Assisting with examinations and with the coordination and delivery of course modules

Skills

Doctorate in English Literature

Shakespeare Studies

Teaching experience

English proficiency

Education

PhD in English Literature

Job description

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is a leading research university in Europe. Since its founding in 1472 it has been committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching.

Institution Faculty of Languages and Literatures - Department of English Literature and American Studies, Chair of English Literature with a specialization in Early Modern literature (Prof. Dr. Claudia Olk)

Remuneration group TV-L E13

Full-time / Part-time Full-time (100%)

Start date 01.04.2027 (limited until 30.09.2027)

We are looking for you:

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x)

Your tasks and responsibilities:

• Independent research and publication work
• Collaboration on the Chair’s research and publication projects
• Supporting the Chair in the preparation and organization of conferences and research projects.
• Delivering teaching modules (five hours per week) on the English Literature programmes
• Assisting with examinations and with the coordination and delivery of course modules
• Candidates are required to have a doctorate in English Literature, including Shakespeare Studies
• Research interests in one or more areas of English Literature from the late Middle Ages to the present day; knowledge and specialisms in the late Middle Ages, the Early Modern period are desirable
• Suitability for teaching; experience in university teaching
• All work will be conducted in English, therefore native proficiency in English is required
• Your workplace is centrally located in Munich and is very easily accessible by public transport.
• A welcoming, inclusive atmosphere that highly values ambition, collaboration and individual contribution

Also possible in a part-time capacity.

People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment.

Benefits:

• Your workplace is centrally located in Munich and is very easily accessible by public transport.
• Salary based on the TV-L scale
• A welcoming, inclusive atmosphere that highly values ambition, collaboration and individual contribution

Also possible in a part-time capacity.

People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment.

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