Research Assistant Position in Ancient History at Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany
About Position/Job
Humboldt University of Berlin invites applications for a Research Assistant position in Ancient History. This full-time academic role is part of a prestigious DFG Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize project, contributing to the advancement of Classical Studies. The post includes opportunities for independent research, publication, and teaching, making it ideal for early-career scholars seeking academic progression in Germany’s vibrant humanities landscape.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Assistant (m/f/d)
- Institution: Humboldt University of Berlin
- Department: Institute of History, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Research Field: Ancient History
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (3 years, DFG-funded)
- Start Date (Anticipated): Autumn 2025
- Working Hours: 40 hours/week
- Salary Range: E 13 TV-L HU (in line with German public service scale)
- Required Degree/Diploma: Doctorate
Research Area
- Classical Studies
- Ancient History
- Classical Philology
- Classical Archaeology
- August Boeckh Visiting Professorship themes
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed PhD (or recently completed) in Ancient History, Classical Philology, or Classical Archaeology
- Certified Graecum and Latinum
- Excellent command of German and English (C1 level)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in research aligned with the August Boeckh Visiting Professorship
- Knowledge of other modern scholarly languages
- Teaching experience at the university level
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to research in Classical Studies within the DFG prize framework
- Support the preparation of third-party funding applications
- Conduct and publish independent research
- Deliver teaching equivalent to 2 SWS (semester hours per week)
Application Process
How to Apply:
Send your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and relevant certificates preferably in a single PDF file via email.
Submission Email:
📧 christopher.degelmann@hu-berlin.de
Postal Option:
Prof. Dr. Christopher Degelmann
Humboldt University of Berlin
Faculty of Philosophy, Institute of History
Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin, Germany
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic Certificates
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Open Now
- Deadline: 11 June 2025
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.hu-berlin.de/en
- Job Posting: https://hu-berlin.de/stellenangebote
- Apply Now: mailto:christopher.degelmann@hu-berlin.de
