Research associate (m/f/d) in the field of Intercultural Communication and Business
Founded in 1607, Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a research university rich in tradition. Inspired by curiosity about the unknown, we enable around 26,500 students and 5,700 employees to advance science for society. Join us in breaking new ground and writing success stories - your own and those of our university.
Join us from 01.10.2024 or soon after in a part-time position (50 %) as a
Research associate (m/f/d)
in the field of Intercultural Communication and Business
In accordance with § 2 WissZeitVG and § 72 HessHG, the position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis at the Chair of Intercultural Communication and Business, Department of English at the Faculty of Language, Literature, Culture with the opportunity for own academic qualification. The salary is in accordance with the collective labour agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV-H).
As long as the permissible maximum duration of fixed-term employment is not exceeded, you will be employed for an initial period of 3 years. An extension of up to 2 years (or three years if you have a doctorate at the time of recruitment) is possible under the above-mentioned condition. Applications from people with a strong international academic background are particularly encouraged.
Your tasks at a glance
- Conduct research at the interface of two or more of the following areas: intercultural communication, international/political communication, cultural anthropology, intercultural management, migration and diaspora studies, – with a focus on China and Asia
- Assume teaching duties according to the teaching obligation regulation of the state of Hesse (currently 2 hours per week), including examination duties and student supervision
- Involve in the establishment and further development of national and international research collaborations
- Contribute to the research projects of the research team; scientific services in research and teaching according to § 72 HessHG
- Assist the chair with academic self-administration
Your qualifications and competences
- A completed master´s degree in social sciences or humanities with a focus on the above-mentioned research areas
- A completed doctorate is desirable, but not a prerequisite
- Highly motivated, results-oriented, and conscientious
- High-quality awareness and reliability
- Demonstrated ability for excellence in qualitative and/or quantitative social research
- Native or near-native fluency in English in both spoken and written form, German language skills: Level B1 (Proof of sufficient German language skills must be submitted within 3 years), Chinese language skills are a plus
- Strong interest in and commitment to interdisciplinary research and international collaboration
Our offer to you
- A collegial working atmosphere in a dynamic, interdisciplinary and international team
- A wide range of activities in research, teaching and knowledge transfer
- Free use of local public transport (LandesTicket Hessen)
- More than 100 training seminars, workshops and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports activities.
- Remuneration according to TV-H, company pension scheme, child allowance and special payments
- Good compatibility of family and career (certificate "audit familiengerechte hochschule")
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Dr. Xun Luo by e-mail (icb@anglistik.uni-giessen.de).
JLU aims to employ more women in academic research. We therefore particularly encourage female candidates to apply. Due to the women's support plan, there is an obligation to increase the proportion of women. JLU is regarded as a family-friendly university. Applicants with children are very welcome. Applications from disabled people of equal aptitude will be given preference.
You want to break new ground with us?
Apply via our online form by July 19th, 2024, indicating reference number 462/05. We look forward to receiving your application.