The University of Konstanz, Germany, is offering a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher position in Sociology within its Sociology – Social Movements research group and the Cluster of Excellence “The Politics of Inequality.” The position focuses on research into political protest, civic engagement, solidarity, inequality, climate change, and threats to democracy, often using international comparative approaches.
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Summary
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Benefits
- A vibrant research team with a cooperative and friendly working atmosphere
- Full-time position (100 %, salary scale E 13 TV-L), initially for 2 years
- A balanced workload that prioritizes research while providing valuable teaching experience
- Opportunities for professional development, including support for developing grant applications
- A stimulating and supportive research environment within the Cluster of Excellence “The Politics of Inequality”
Requirements
- PhD in Sociology (or related field)
- Research experience in political sociology, social movement studies, pro-social behaviour, or environmental sociology
- Advanced knowledge of quantitative methods and survey research
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and contribute proactively and effectively to team-based research
Application Documents
- A letter of motivation (max. one page)
- A brief outline of a potential postdoc project (max. two pages)
- A curriculum vitae including a list of publications
- Degree certificates
- A writing sample (journal article or dissertation chapter)
- Names and contact details of two potential referees who may be contacted upon request
Check also:
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2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call
Application Deadline
September 13, 2026How To Apply
For more information, kindly visit the University of Konstanz webpage.
