Assistant Professor of Modern German Studies (Modernism)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Cambridge is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Modern German Studies starting in September 2026. The role requires a PhD and relevant teaching experience. Candidates will engage in teaching Modernism literature and culture, collaborate across faculties, and contribute to departmental administration. This university emphasizes equality, diversity, and inclusion in its hiring process, encouraging applications from all sections of society. A competitively ranging salary is offered.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess relevant teaching experience.
• Must have completed a PhD in a relevant field by the start date.
• Demonstration of active engagement in research and outreach is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and examine literature and culture of Modernism.
• Build teaching and research partnerships across faculties.
• Contribute to the administration of the German Section.

Skills

Teaching experience

Collegial engagement in research

Excellent command of German

Excellent command of English

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

A prestigious university in Cambridge is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Modern German Studies starting in September 2026. The role requires a PhD and relevant teaching experience. Candidates will engage in teaching Modernism literature and culture, collaborate across faculties, and contribute to departmental administration. This university emphasizes equality, diversity, and inclusion in its hiring process, encouraging applications from all sections of society. A competitively ranging salary is offered.