Research assistant (f/m/x) Wiss2410-18 | Department of Linguistics - Discourse Studies | Facult[...]

Research assistant (f/m/x) Wiss2410-18 | Department of Linguistics -- Discourse Studies | Faculty of Arts and Humanities

The University of Cologne has a strong research profile and offers a full-time position as a research assistant (f/m/x) in the area of discourse studies for a period of three years.

YOUR TASKS

• You will contribute to the consolidation and expansion of the Discourse Studies research area in the Linguistics Department.
• You will carry out research that will advance current research into the multimodality of language use, with a focus on spontaneous and/or professional storytelling, multimodal discourse segmentation, and cognitive-linguistic topics such as metaphor, metonymy, and blending.
• You will teach two courses per semester (4 semester hours).
• You will contribute to department initiatives and joint research projects.
• You will elaborate and help elaborate research projects.
• You will mentor and supervise BA and MA students.
• You will carry out some administrative/organizational tasks.

YOUR PROFILE

• You hold a doctoral degree in linguistics or a similar field with a focus on linguistic topics.
• You have high-profile publications and international research experience.
• You enjoy teaching.
• You are a good team player.
• You have experience in or are willing to start mentoring/supervising undergraduate students.
• You have an excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of German is desirable.

WE OFFER

• A multi-faceted and stimulating research environment.
• A diverse working environment with equal opportunities.
• Support in balancing work and family life.
• Extensive advanced training opportunities.
• Occupational health management offers.
• Flexible working time models.
• Opportunity to work remotely.

The position is available from 01.03.2025 on a full-time basis (39.83 hours per week) and is limited until 29 February 2028. The salary is based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The reference number is Wiss2410-18. The application deadline is 15.12.2024.

Applications (in English or German) should include a letter explaining the applicant’s interests and suitability for the position, a research statement (max. 2 pages), a CV including publications, a 20/30-page writing sample, a copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and the names, affiliations, and e-mail addresses of three referees.

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Anna Bonifazi (anna.bonifazi@uni-koeln.de).