administrator Posted October 2, 2022 Report Share Posted October 2, 2022 Doctoral Researcher Position at Leibniz Institute for East and Southeast European Studies IOS (Regensburg) The Leibniz Institute for East and Southeast European Studies (IOS) is an interdisciplinary area studies research center in Regensburg. IOS explores the historical, economic, and political developments of Eastern and Southeastern Europe in a transnational and compara-tive perspective. It pursues research in two main research fields: processes of (de-)institution-alization; inequality and mobility. In 2017, IOS joined the Leibniz Association, one of the leading associations of research institutions in Germany and as such, is funded jointly by the Free State of Bavaria and the Federal Government. IOS closely cooperates with the University of Regensburg. For more information on IOS go to www.leibniz-ios.de/en Within the newly approved project “Transforming Anxieties of Ageing in Southeastern Europe. Political, Social, and Cultural Narratives of Demographic Change”, IOS now invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher Position (f/m/d) (part-time, 65%) starting February 1, 2023. Remuneration is based on the German TV-L public pay scale, up to salary group E13. The appointment is for 42 months. The position is part of the international research project “Transforming Anxieties of Ageing in Southeastern Europe. Political, Social, and Cultural Narratives of Demographic Change”, which will be funded by the Volkswagen Foundation in the framework of their program “Challenges for Europe: The Greying Continent”. The doctoral researcher will specifically do research on the project carried out by IOS on “Socialist legacies and ambivalent transitions”. For more details on the project please go to https://leibniz-ios.de/forschung/drittmittelprojekte/transforming-anxieties-of-ageing-in-southeastern-europe The successful candidate will pursue a PhD project on discourses and policies of ageing in Southeastern Europe, looking in the socialist as well as early post-socialist periods. The PhD project should ideally be comparative, exploring at least two different countries. Your tasks: •Conducting original research in the framework of the project •Finishing a dissertation manuscript •Contributing to the project’s dissemination and communication activities •Publication of academic articles •Presentation of the research to academic and non-academic audiences •Data collection and processing We expect from you: •An excellent Master’s degree (or equivalent) in history or a cognate discipline •Experience of empirical research •Proficiency in at least one Southeast European language •Excellent English, knowledge of German will be a plus •Interest in multidisciplinary cooperation and good communications skills •Flexibility, reliability, team spirit We can offer work at a leading academic institution with an international and interdisciplinary team. IOS can facilitate the enrolment in the PhD program of the University of Regensburg. We provide support for doctoral training, including transferable skills, German language classes and networking. Application documents: •Cover letter (max 2 pages) •PhD project proposal (max. 5 pages, including work plan) •Curriculum Vitae •If applicable, list of publications and talks •Copies of university certificates (transcript of records) •Abstract or summary of your master thesis •Name of two referees Please submit your application online via the IOS application portal at http://www.leibniz-ios.de/en/vacancies.html and upload your application documents. Documents must be in pdf format. Applications via email will not be accepted. Interested candidates may contact Prof. Ulf Brunnbauer (brunnbauer@ios-regensburg.de) for more information. Deadline for applications: November 20, 2022. IOS Regensburg is an equal opportunity employer. We specifically encourage women to apply. IOS supports diversity and, thefore, encourages people with non-German citizenship or a migration background to apply. The institute is also committed to improving the compatibility of family and work. IOS, together with the University of Regensburg, provides an attractive academic environment. Regensburg belongs to the worldwide leading centres of research on Southeastern Europe. The city of Regensburg is a charming town in southern Germany (Bavaria), registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List. All submitted data on your person will be deleted at the latest six months after finishing the selection process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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