Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Experimental Linguistics, Germany

Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Experimental Linguistics, Germany for Fellowship

The Ruhr University Bochum is accepting applications for the Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Experimental Linguistics in Germany.

Overview

Fixed-term full-time employment, 3 years (TV-L E13).

Full-time employment (39.83 hours/week, TV-L E13). Independent research within a supportive team. Travel funding and professional development opportunities. No teaching obligations. Access to German language courses (DaF).

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research within a collaborative research team.
• Collaborate with colleagues across related projects and disciplines as appropriate.
• Disseminate research findings through publications and presentations.
• Seek travel funding and engage in professional development activities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Linguistics or a closely related field.
• Proven expertise in experimental methods and statistical analysis.
• Strong publication record in international peer‑reviewed journals.
• Proficiency in academic English (writing and communication).
• Team spirit and collaborative mindset.
• Desirable: expertise in theoretical semantics/pragmatics and/or computational modeling (e.g., linear OT, Harmonic Grammar, RSA).
• Advantageous: experience supervising students.

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All countries

Application Process

Applicants should submit a .pdf file via the online application portal including:

• Curriculum vitae with list of publications and academic presentations
• List of supervised theses (B.A. or M.A.) or collaboration with doctoral students
• List of organized workshops, leadership, or coordination activities
• PhD thesis
• Names and contact information of two references

Additional Information

Ruhr University Bochum promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applications from women and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

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