Research Associate (Postdoctoral Position, m/f/x)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum; Bochum; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research university in Bochum is seeking a Research Associate (Postdoctoral Position) for a fixed-term full-time position. The successful candidate will conduct independent research, teach within the Religious Studies programmes, and engage in academic life. Applicants should hold a PhD in Religious Studies or a closely related field and possess strong philological competence. The role offers support for work-life balance and an international research community.

Leistungen

Support in combining family life and work

Collegial and team-oriented working environment

Opportunities for academic development

Qualifikationen

• Completed PhD in Religious Studies or closely related field relevant to South Asian traditions.
• Demonstrated philological competence with proficiency in one South Asian language.
• Interest in pursuing a postdoctoral qualification in research.

Aufgaben

• Conduct independent research within the chair’s focus.
• Contribute to teaching in Religious Studies programmes.
• Participate in academic life of the chair and CERES.

Kenntnisse

Philological competence in South Asian language

Excellent written and spoken English

Teamwork skills

Organizational abilities

Ausbildung

Completed PhD in Religious Studies or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Center for Religious Studies (CERES): History of South Asian Religions

We are looking for a Research Associate (Postdoctoral Position, m/f/x) for a fixed-term full‑time position (39.83 hours per week) at the earliest possible date.

Scope

• Full‑time (39.83 hours/week)

Duration

• Fixed-term, 5 years

Start

• At the earliest possible date

Application deadline

• 2025‑11‑30

Your tasks

• Conduct independent research within the chair’s focus.
• Contribute to teaching in the Religious Studies programmes, willing to teach in German and English.
• Participate actively in academic life of the chair and CERES (colloquia, conferences, publications, funding proposals, public outreach).
• Contribute to academic self‑governance (committees and working groups within CERES).

Your profile

• Completed PhD in Religious Studies or a closely related field relevant to South Asian religious traditions (e.g., art history, archaeology, heritage studies), ideally complementing the chair’s expertise in Buddhism.
• Demonstrated philological competence, with proficiency in one South Asian language.
• Strong interdisciplinary profile.
• Interest in pursuing a postdoctoral qualification in the research area of the chair.
• Excellent written and spoken English; willingness to acquire sufficient proficiency in German within the first two years.
• High reliability, teamwork skills, initiative, and organizational abilities.
• Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, research‑driven environment.

We offer

Support in combining family life and work (including childcare arrangements, holiday offers, mobile playroom).

• A supportive, collegial and team‑oriented working environment.
• A vibrant international research community with ample opportunities for academic and professional development.

Further information

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV‑L). If personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV‑L.

Applications (CV, cover letter, research project description, contact information for two referees) should be submitted by 30 November 2025.

Contact persons for further information

Prof. Dr. Jessie Pons, Tel.: [phone]

Additional information

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.

Application process

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2025‑11‑30. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5135.

About the university

The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines.

To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr‑Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

Ruhr‑Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities and particularly favours candidates from underrepresented groups. Applications from women and persons with disabilities are encouraged.