22.11.2024

A PhD position (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 75%, 3 years fixed-term) and a Postdoc position (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 100%, 3–6 years fixed-term)

Faculty of Economcis and Social Sciences, Institute for Research on Far Right Extremism (IRex)

Application deadline: 10.01.2025

At the Institute for Research on Far Right Extremism (IRex) of the Faculty of Economcis and Social Sciences at the University of Tübingen, the following positions are to be filled by the start of the summer semester of 2025 in the division of the Professorship for Far Right Extremism Research with focus on political actors and ideologies (Prof. Dr. Léonie de Jonge):

A PhD position (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 75%, 3 years fixed-term)
and
a Postdoc position (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 100%, 3–6 years fixed-term depending on the status of the qualification project)

IRex is a fundamental and application-oriented, permanent university research institute that investigates the political and social dimensions of far-right extremism and its embedding in society as a whole inter- and transdisciplinarily at regional, national and international level, thus scientifically addressing one of the core contemporary challenges.

The political science professorship focuses on researching far-right parties, movements, and ideologies in an international, comparative perspective. A central aspect of this task involves examining the ways in which the far right is embedded in everyday culture. Key areas of study include the analysis of far-right extremist organizations and networks, the formation of far-right milieus, the normalisation of far-right ideas, and the resilience of democratic systems.

Both positions involve contributing to research projects within the framework of the professorship as well as independently planning and implementing research projects within the aforementioned areas. Responsibilities also include independent teaching and student supervision, contributing to the transfer of scientific knowledge, supporting organisational tasks and academic self-governance, and active participation in inter- and transdisciplinary research networks and collaborations within and outside IRex. We offer a position in an international and innovative research team, with challenging tasks, considerable creative freedom, and extensive opportunities for further professional development.

PhD Position  (m/f/x, 75%, TV-L E13, 3 years fixed-term)

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and conducting research projects on the far right as part of a doctoral dissertation
• Independent teaching (3 contact hours/SWS per week) as well as student supervision within the IRex teaching program
• Participation in academic events, such as workshops and publication projects
• Organizing events and activities for knowledge transfer and conferences

Requirements:

• Very good academic track record in political science, sociology, international relations, or related social science discipline  (Master’s degree or equivalent)
• Proven experience with/interest in researching the far right, e.g., through theses or previous research papers
• Proven methodological skills in qualitative or quantitative social science approaches
• Very good communication skills and outstanding command of written and spoken English
• Willingness to travel (internationally) for work-related purposes

Additional assets and qualifications include a collegial and cooperative work ethic, with strong communication skills, self-initiative, and a commitment to ongoing professional development, high attention to detail, reliability, and proficiency in additional languages.

Postdoc Position (m/f/x, 100 %, TV-L E13, 3–6 years fixed-term depending on the status of the qualification project)

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and conducting research projects on the far right and advancing academic professional development
• Independent teaching (4 contact hours or SWS per week) as well as student supervision within the IRex teaching program
• Participation in overarching activities such as grant applications, publications, and academic events
• Organizing events and activities for knowledge transfer and conferences

Requirements:

• A completed PhD in political science, sociology, or a related field, with outstanding results
• Demonstrated research expertise on the far right, supported by publications in (international) peer-reviewed journals
• Advanced methodological proficiency in qualitative and/or quantitative social science approaches, evidenced by relevant publications or research projects
• Proven experience in interdisciplinary research and international collaborations, with in-depth knowledge of social movements
• Very good communication skills and outstanding command of written and spoken English
• Willingness to travel (internationally) for work-related purposes

Additional assets and qualifications include a collegial and cooperative work ethic, with strong communication skills, self-initiative, and a commitment to ongoing professional development (e.g. habilitation), high attention to detail, reliability, and proficiency in additional languages.

Your application should include the following documents:

• A cover letter (max. 1 page)
• An independent research proposal (max. 1 page) that examines the everyday-aspects of the far right and aligns with the thematic focus of the professorship
• A brief curriculum vitae, including contact details (no reference letters) for two referees
• Documentation of the required qualifications
• A writing sample (e.g., publication, research paper, etc.)

Please summarize your application documents in a single PDF file and upload it by 10.1.2025 at the latest: 

• PhD Position: https://nc.irex.uni-tuebingen.de/index.php/s/de_jonge_promotion
• Postdoc Position: https://nc.irex.uni-tuebingen.de/index.php/s/de_jonge_postdoc

For content-related inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Léonie de Jonge at (leonie.de-jongespam prevention@uni-tuebingen.de). For formal inquiries, please contact Michaela Hardiman at (michaela.hardimanspam prevention@uni-tuebingen.de). Please note our Christmas break from 21.12.2024 up to and including 6.1.2025. Interviews are expected to take place from week 5/2025. Your personal data will be handled confidentially and used exclusively for the application process. After the conclusion of the process, the application materials of unsuccessful candidates will be deleted.

The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities. The University is committed to increasing the percentage of women in research an teaching and thus encourages women with adequate qualifications to apply. Equally qualified candidates with disabilities will be given preference in the hiring process.

The employment will be made by the Central Administration.