Topoi Postdoctoral Fellowship Announcement
Excellence Cluster 264 Topoi - The Formation and
Transformation of Space and Knowledge in Ancient Civilizations Postdoctoral
Fellowship Announcement (Ancient History) The Junior Research Group D-5-5
“Between knowledge and innovation – balances” of Excellence Cluster 264 Topoi
invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral research position. Pursuant to
DFG guidelines, the fellowship will be awarded for two years and include a
stipend of between 1365 and 1467 euros per month. A child allowance will be
made available in accordance with DFG guidelines.
Applicants should be fluent in English and hold a
doctorate in Ancient (Greek and Roman) History, preferably with a
specialization in the History of Ancient Economy or Technology. The ability to
work in German would be an asset. The successful candidate will be expected to
conduct academic research in a field related to the research interests of the
group and to produce a study of wider scope. Based on the example of the
balance, the group investigates innovation processes in antiquity and late
antiquity. A synopsis of the groups field of research can be accessed at http://berliner-antike-kolleg.org/D-5-5/.
Furthermore, he/she will be actively engaged in all activities relevant to the
research group including the organization and realization of workshops and
conferences as well as the participation in its operation and activities. The
position is based in Berlin.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a resume of no
more than 1500 words, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, copies of
relevant academic certificates, a writing sample, and two letters of reference.
Applications should be addressed to astrid.dostert@topoi.org.
Application deadline is December 20, 2012.
Interviews will be held in mid January 2013, the Fellowships will start
February 1, 2013.
Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged
to apply. If equally qualified, persons with severe disabilities will be
appointed. Queries about the position should be directed to Dr. des Jochen
Büttner at buettner@mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de.
Prospective applicants are invited to consult www.topoi.org for
further information on the Excellence Cluster.