Postdoctoral Researcher (Post-Doc) at the Institute for Political Science
2024-03-15
The Leuphana University of Lüneburg is a humanistic, sustainable, and action-oriented university committed to innovation in education and science. Methodological diversity, interdisciplinary collaboration, transdisciplinary partnerships with practitioners, and overall dynamic development shape its research profile in core areas such as education, culture, management/technology, sustainability, and governance. Its international study model with the Leuphana College, the Leuphana Graduate School, and the Leuphana Professional School is unparalleled nationwide and has received numerous accolades.
For the professorship in Political Economy (Prof. Dr. Lukas Hakelberg) at the Institute for Political Science, the university is currently seeking a responsible, motivated, and dedicated individual for the position of:
Postdoctoral Researcher (Post-Doc)
(Pay category 13 TV-L, 100%, from 1 September 2024, for 5 years)
Research and teaching at the professorship lie at the intersection of Global, Comparative, and Historical Political Economy. The primary research focus is the influence of global, societal, and historical factors on state financing. A key aspect of the scientific work revolves around the role of power and hegemony in negotiating global tax agreements. An ERC project group at the chair is, moreover, dedicated to examining the influence of colonial economic structures and racism on the emergence of tax havens in the Global South. The professorship's teaching is rooted in the field of Global Political Economy, imparting an understanding of the interplay between power and wealth over long historical periods, and enabling students to analyze a changing world economy from a variety of theoretical perspectives. While the professorship mostly engages in empirical-analytical research, it is open towards – and interested in – a variety of epistemological and ontological positions. We problematize Eurocentrism, racialization, and group-based inequalities, and reflect the diversity among researchers throughout our course offerings.
Your Responsibilities:
- Conducting two courses per semester in the field of Global Political Economy.
- Conducting research in the field of Political Economy for the purpose of further academic qualification.
- Supporting the professorship in the development of funding proposals, organization of teaching, and administrative tasks.
Your Profile:
Required Qualifications:
- PhD in Political Science, International Relations, Economic Sociology, Economic History, or related disciplines.
Desired:
- The dissertation defense should anot be more than two years old.
- Excellent English language skills (writing, reading, speaking).
- Excellent knowledge of either qualitative or quantitative research methods.
- Expertise in research and teaching in Political Economy.
- Strong interest in the field of Global Political Economy and the empirical area of state financing.
- An independent research agenda in Political Economy.
- International experience.
- Basic knowledge of the German language (desirable but not required).
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, take initiative, and develop ideas and solutions.
Our Offer:
The professorship and university offer a postdoctoral position (100%) for the duration of 5 years at pay category 13 TV-L, social security included. Travel expenses associated with field research and conferences can be covered within certain limits. The professorship and university also provide:
- An inspiring work environment as part of the university community of researchers, educators, students, and staff in technology and administration.
- A workplace at one of Germany's most beautiful university campuses, featuring a renowned central building by Daniel Libeskind and the adjacent Wilschenbruch nature reserve.
- Job security within the public sector.
- Additional company pension scheme through the Federal and State Civil Service Retirement Fund (VBL).
- Flexible and family-friendly working hours within a flextime frame from 6 am to 9 pm.
- Flexible and family-friendly options for switching between on-site and remote work.
- Extensive internal and external training opportunities.
- A subsidized sports program supported by the university, allowing one hour per week of sports during working hours for employee health promotion.
- A subsidized lunch and dinner offer in the cafeteria supported by the university.
- A subsidized Germany ticket for commuting provided by the university.
Your Application:
For inquiries about the position, please feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Lukas Hakelberg (lukas.hakelberg@eui.eu).
Leuphana University of Lüneburg promotes gender equality and diversity among its members. Women and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications from people with disabilities will be given preferential consideration if they have equal qualifications. Please also note our data protection information for applicants.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please submit it by May 24, 2024, digitally (compiled in a single PDF file) or by post to:
Leuphana University Lüneburg
Human Resources / Application Management
Keyword: PE PostDoc
Universitätsallee 1
21335 Lüneburg
Your application should include the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (please exclude photo)
- Research proposal outlining the candidate’s research agenda and intersections with the professorship's work (max. 3 pages plus references)
- Copies of qualification certificates and transcripts
- Names of two referees (will be contacted only if the applicant is shortlisted)
- A publication or job market paper