Postdoctoral Position

vor 2 Wochen


Heidelberg, Deutschland Universität Heidelberg Vollzeit

At the Department of Geography, Heidelberg University, in the Transient Spaces & Societies Research Group (team lead: Prof. Dr. Tabea Bork-Hüffer), we are looking to expand our team as soon as possible with a:
**Postdoctoral position (f/m/d)**

The Transient Spaces & Societies Research Group examines the role of digital technologies in social inclusion and exclusion, in socio-ecological transformations and sustainability. The group seeks to advance fundamental research on the interrelations of humans, technology, and nature, while also contributing to the university′s third mission by collaborating with societal stakeholders to promote more inclusive and sustainable socio-digital futures.

**Your tasks**:

- Conduct research in the area of digital geographies or social science-based science and technology studies, in combination with one or more of the following: (critical) disability studies, critical cultural geographies, health geographies, human-nature-technology relations, gender geographies
- Play a central role in the conceptualization of a collaborative research project proposal
- Develop and implement research projects as part of the team
- Conduct and support transdisciplinary research activities
- Teach independently in Human Geography (6 teaching hours per week per semester, supervision duties may be considered)
- Supervise theses and conduct examinations in the field of Human Geography
- Pursue further academic qualification (habilitation)

**Your profile**:
Necessary qualifications:

- A PhD in Geography or in a related field such as Media and Communication Studies, Science and Technology Studies, Psychology, or Public Health, with a demonstrated interest in socio-spatial-digital relationships and a strong willingness to engage with geographic topics and debates
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative methods
- A collaborative approach and prior experience working in teams
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Examination authorization (Prüfungsberechtigung) or a willingness to obtain this qualification quickly

Advantageous qualifications: experiences with transdisciplinary research and science communication, proven ability to acquire relevant third-party funding, proficiency in German language skills.

**We offer**:

- An inclusive, open, and respectful work environment that values each individual
- Collaboration and mutual support within an interdisciplinary, international, diverse, and highly motivated team
- Opportunities for further training and building a professional network including funding for participation in national and international conferences
- Collaboration in the innovative research projects and international networks of the team including funding opportunities for mobilities to international partners

Remuneration is based on the TV-L 13 pay scale. Applications for recognition of previous work experience are strongly supported. This is a full-time position, but requests for part-time employment will be considered.



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