The Department of English Philology at the Georg-August University Göttingen has a vacancy for a Research Assistant (PhD position) (f/m/d) to start on 01.09.2022 with 50 % of the regular weekly working hours (currently 19.9 hours/week) limited until 31.08.2028. Remuneration is according to the German public salary scale TV-L 13.

Your tasks
In addition to participation in the courses according to § 31 NHG and in the performance examinations, the field of activity includes research tasks in (English) linguistics with a focus on the topic of form-meaning mismatches. The teaching load is based on the currently version of the LVVO; it is currently 2 SWS for the vacant position. The position serves to qualify young academics and offers the possibility of a PhD. It is not suitable for part-time work.

Your profile
Prerequisites are a completed academic university education (Master's degree, Magister) in (English) linguistics or in a related subject, as well as a research focus in syntax or a neighboring field. In addition, very good knowledge of the English language is required. Applicants who have not yet completed their MA programme at the time of submission should submit a declaration by the supervisor(s) that the degree will be available before starting the doctoral position.

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life.The mission of the University is to employ a greater number of severely disabled persons. Applications from severely disabled persons with equivalent qualifications will be given preference.

Application process
The applications should be submitted in a pdf file with the name "PhDposition + surname of applicant", to hzeijls@uni-goettingen.de until 02.03.2022. The pdf file should contain the following information:
(a) A letter of motivation, in which they elaborate their ambitions, scientific interests and how they consider fitting in the the scientific community in Göttingen;
(b) An academic CV;
(c) Scans of the documents indicating academic degrees (or the supervisor declaration);
(d) A copy of the Master’s thesis (or a representative chapter of the thesis or a paper);
(e) The contact details of two academic referees.

For any questions concerning the announced posts, you can contact Hedde Zeijlstra at hzeijls@uni-goettingen.de or at +49-551-395766.

Please note:
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