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Position overview

Marburg University is seeking a part-time research assistant at 75% of standard working hours for the Institute of Sociology in the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy. The role starts on 01.10.2026 and is limited until 30.09.2029 for doctoral candidates or until 30.09.2028 for postdoctoral candidates, provided no prior qualification periods must be counted. The position is classified at pay grade E 13 under the Hessian public-sector collective agreement.

The post combines funding from a university position and the external project “New (International) Relations through Financial Infrastructures” within the project group “Digital Financial Market Infrastructures (DiFiMI),” supported by the Center for Responsible Digitalization (ZEVEDI). It is designed as a qualification position with scope for independent academic development, participation in research and teaching, and engagement in a research project with connections to the candidate’s own scholarly focus.

Applicants with intended qualification in economic sociology, the sociology of digital technologies, international political economy, or the sociology of international relations are especially encouraged. Applications from other areas of sociology and related disciplines are also welcome.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research and teaching, including a teaching load of 3 SWS.
• Work on the externally funded project “New (International) Relations through Financial Infrastructures.”
• Carry out independent academic research as part of a doctoral project.
• Assist with organizing academic events, publications, and research activities.
• Participate in the activities of the “Digital Financial Market Infrastructures (DiFiMI)” project group funded by ZEVEDI.
• Lead a seminar exercise linked to the lecture “Introduction to Economic Sociology” as part of the teaching commitment.

Requirements

• Above-average completed university degree (Diploma, Master’s, or equivalent) in sociology or a related social science discipline.
• Doctorate in sociology or a related social science discipline, required only for the qualification track aimed at gaining further academic competencies.
• Strong interest in qualitative research and/or in conceptual and theory-driven research.
• Very good German and English language skills.
• Ability to work independently in a scholarly setting and collaborate within an interdisciplinary research network.
• Willingness to pursue academic qualification independently, for example in economic sociology.
• Particularly welcome backgrounds include economic and financial sociology, sociology of international relations, international political economy, and Science and Technology Studies (STS).
• The role is a fixed-term qualification position for a doctorate or for further academic qualification, depending on the candidate profile.
• The contract duration follows Section 2(1) of the WissZeitVG.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Free use of public transport across Hesse through the state ticket.
• Option to work remotely from time to time.
• Access to professional development support through the Marburg Research Academy (MARA), the International Office, and the university didactics unit.
• Family-friendly working conditions, including the possibility of reducing working hours.
• Equal opportunity consideration for women where they are underrepresented.
• Priority consideration for applicants with disabilities, provided qualifications are equal.

Additional information

Reference ID: fb03-0006-wmz-2026

Application deadline: 12.07.2026

Salary band: E 13 TV-H

Working time: Part-time at 75%.

Fixed-term end dates: 30.09.2029 for doctoral candidates or 30.09.2028 for postdoctoral candidates, subject to applicable prior qualification periods.

Contact for questions: Prof. Dr. Carola Westermeier, +49 6421-28 24720, carola.westermeier@staff.uni-marburg.de

Equal opportunity and inclusion notes: Women are strongly encouraged to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, they will be given preference if equally qualified. The university also supports work-life balance. Travel and application costs will not be reimbursed. Applicants with disabilities, as defined under Sections 2(2) and 2(3) of the German Social Code IX (SGB IX), will be given preference in cases of equal suitability.

Institution profile: Founded in 1527, Philipps-Universität Marburg is known for award-winning teaching for around 22,000 students and for excellent research across a wide range of disciplines.

Recruitment note: Applications must be submitted only by the stated deadline.

About the workplace

The Institute of Sociology at Marburg University offers an academic environment that combines teaching, research, and project work, with room to develop an independent research profile alongside collaborative work in an interdisciplinary setting.