Job Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Web Address: https://www.linguistik-in-frankfurt.de/en/front-page/en/
Job Title: (Associated) Researcher (m/f/d) (E 13 TV-G-U, fulltime)
Job Rank: Other

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Specialty Language(s): English (eng)
German (deu)

Description:

The Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest universities in Germany with around 44,000 students and with about 5,700 employees. Founded in 1914 by Frankfurt citizens and since 2008 once again proud of its foundation status Goethe University possesses a high degree of autonomy, modernity and professional diversity. As a comprehensive university, the Goethe University offers a total of 16 departments on five campuses and 154 degree programs along with an outstanding research reputation. Furthermore, the Goethe University is part of the Group of Rhine-Main-Universities (RMU).

The **Institute of Linguistics**, Department of Modern Philologies, at Goethe University Frankfurt has a vacancy in the field of Linguistics for a

**(Associated) Researcher (m/f/d) (E 13 TV-G-U, fulltime)**

to be filled initially for three years as an Associated Researcher **starting 01.04.2025 or next possible date** with the option to be unlimited as a Researcher. The position is assigned to the Advanced Academic Track as part of the university's permanent position concept Career Karrierewege@Goethe and is linked to a tenure track; after three years, the position will be permanent if the evaluation is positive. If an applicant already has all the necessary qualifications and relevant professional experience, an immediate permanent appointment as a researcher is possible in accordance with the procedure laid down in the university's permanent position concept Karrierewege@Goethe (see at point 2.5 at the following link https://tinygu.de/P4eR7). The salary grade is based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement applicable to Goethe University (TV-G-U).

**Responsibilities:**
You will be responsible for the academic management of the Institute of Linguistics. This includes, among other things, the coordination and organization of the teaching programs based at the Institute. You will have organizational responsibility for admission procedures, reaccreditation, internships, examination matters, study marketing, tutorial support, etc. The position also includes general management tasks such as collaboration in personnel and financial planning, public relations and committee support. In the first three years, while having the position as an Associated Researcher, you will teach 4 LVS in all degree programs offered at the institute. Having the position as a Researcher after successful evaluation you will teach 8 LVS in all degree programs offered at the institute. You will also be responsible for advising students, if necessary in English. The Institute strives for innovative, research-oriented and student-centered teaching, if possible with corresponding teaching projects. You will have the opportunity to conduct your own research. Participation in the Institute's research initiatives is expected. There is an obligation to undergo regular further training in higher education didactics or to expand the teaching portfolio.

**Employment Requirements:**
The person filling this position has a relevant scientific university degree and holds an above-average doctorate in the field of linguistics. To be eligible as Associated Researcher (fixed-term position with tenure track) the doctorate should not have been awarded more than three years ago (see German Fixed-Term Contract Act). You have the continuous desire to develop your academic record and your individual research profile. As the position deals with the academic management of the Institute of Linguistics, proven experience in the coordination and administration of study programs and in academic administration is an advantage. Teaching experience at all levels, third-party funding expertise and international experience are also desirable. In addition, a qualification in higher education didactics, documented by a corresponding certificate, should be available. If the certificate is not available, the development of a teaching portfolio is required or the university didactics certificate must be obtained within two years after employment. You have a very good command of German (C2) and at least a good command of English (at least B2). The holder of the position is obliged to pursue continuous further qualification in the field of the permanent task and in university didactics.

The Goethe University is committed to a policy of providing equal employment opportunities for both men and women alike, and therefore encourages particularly women to apply for the position/s offered. Individuals with severe disability will be prioritized in case of equal aptitude and ability.

Please send your application **by 25.02.2025** exclusively in electronic form in a PDF document to the Institute of Linguistics, Geschäftsführende Direktorin, Frau Prof. Cornelia Ebert, to the attention of Frau Elke Höhe-Kupfer, [email protected]. In addition to your CV, evidence of your expertise, copies of certificates and, if applicable, university teaching certificates, please also enclose a list of publications and courses.

Application Deadline: 25-Feb-2025
Email Address for Applications: [email protected]
Contact Information:
Elke Hoehe-Kupfer
Email: [email protected]