Research Associate (m/w/d) (Postdoc)

Universität Bielefeld; Bielefeld; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A German university is seeking a Research Associate in Political Science. This full-time position involves independent research in international politics, teaching responsibilities, and participation in academic governance. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in political science with expertise in the sociology of world politics and excellent English skills.

Leistungen

Competitive salary

Full-time position

Internal training opportunities

Work–family reconciliation

Supplementary company pension

Collegial working environment

Qualifikationen

• PhD in political science required, preferably with focus on International Relations.
• Expertise in history and/or sociology of world politics essential.

Aufgaben

• Conduct independent research in international politics.
• Teach political science and supervise students.
• Participate in academic governance.

Kenntnisse

Independent work style

Organizational skills

Team spirit

Excellent English skills

Ausbildung

Doctorate/PhD in political science

Completed university degree in political science

Jobbeschreibung

The Faculty of Sociology, Working Group 4, Politics and Society, Prof. Dr. Mathias Albert has the following job opening: Research Associate (m/w/d) (Postdoc) ID: Wiss25306

Job details:

• Start date: 01.01.2026
• Position: Fulltime
• Salary: Remuneration level 13 TV‑L or salary grade A13 LBesG NRW
• Contract: Fixed‑term with option to extend (up to 3 years, in accordance with WissZeitVG and civil servant regulations)

Key Responsibilities (approx. % of time):

• Independent research in international politics, particularly in the history and sociology of world politics; conceptualizing and developing individual and collective research projects (65 %)
• Teaching in political science (4 teaching hours per semester) and supervision of students (25 %)
• Participation in the organization of study programmes and academic governance (10 %)

What we offer:

• Competitive salary according to level 13 TV‑L
• Fixed‑term contract with possibility of extension (3 years, with option to become a temporary civil servant if legal requirements are met)
• Full‑time position
• Internal and external training opportunities
• Health, consulting and prevention services
• Work–family reconciliation
• Supplementary company pension
• Collegial working environment
• Open and pleasant working atmosphere
• Exciting, varied tasks

Your profile:

• Completed university degree (Master’s or Diploma) in political science, preferably International Relations
• Doctorate/PhD in political science, preferably on International Relations
• Expertise and publications in history and/or sociology of world politics
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Independent, self‑responsible and engaged work style
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills
• Strong team spirit and ability to work collaboratively

Preferred experience and skills:

• Interest in an academic career
• Established networks in the scientific community

Application Procedure:

We look forward to receiving your application. Please apply using the online form via the application button below.

Application deadline: 20.11.2025

Contact:
Annette Dodd
[e-mail]

Postal Address:
Universität Bielefeld
Fakultät für Soziologie
Prof. Dr. Mathias Albert
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld

This position is advertised at a university that has been recognised as an equal‑opportunity employer and is family‑friendly. The university welcomes applications from women and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Reduced working hours can be offered on request as long as this does not conflict with official needs.