About the Program
The Collaborative Research Center 1718 “Common Ground: Cognition – Grammar – Communication”, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), invites applications for a PhD Researcher in Linguistics. The position is embedded in Project B5, which investigates the crosslinguistic morphosyntactic and prosodic properties of reprise questions and fragments, with a focus on their pragmatic functions.
The PhD researcher will conduct prosodic production and perception experiments across a small selection of European languages (e.g., English, German, Italian, Hungarian), contributing to experimental and theoretical work in syntax, prosody, and pragmatics. Hosted at the University of Tübingen, the position offers a 75% salaried role (TV-L E13) in a vibrant, interdisciplinary research environment. Applicants will benefit from mentorship, skill-building opportunities, and the chance to engage in high-level linguistic research at one of Germany’s top institutions.
Program Details
- Position: PhD Researcher (Linguistics)
- Institution: University of Tübingen
- Department/Faculty: Collaborative Research Center 1718 – Project B5
- Supervisor: Dr. James Griffiths
- Location: Tübingen, Germany
- Start Date (Anticipated): 01 October 2025
- Duration: Until 30 June 2029
- Funding: 75% position (E13 TV-L scale, German public sector salary)
- Working Hours: ~29.25 hrs/week (75% FTE)
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s in Linguistics or related language science field
Research Focus/Area
- Reprise questions and fragments
- Syntax-prosody-pragmatics interface
- Crosslinguistic prosodic analysis
- Experimental linguistics
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Linguistics or closely related field
- Familiarity with prosody, syntax, and pragmatics
- Fluent or near-fluent English speaker
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in prosodic production and perception experiments
- Background in crosslinguistic linguistic research
- Willingness to work on-site at the University of Tübingen
- Strong research and collaboration skills
Key Features of the Program
- Interdisciplinary and supportive research team
- Access to training in experimental methods and phonetic analysis
- Regular project meetings and mentoring
- International exposure and academic development opportunities
- Structured PhD supervision
- Inclusive and equal opportunity employer
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit your application in English to: claudia.heberle@uni-tuebingen.de
Required Documents:
- Motivation letter (highlighting your fit for the position)
- CV with publications (if any)
- Contact information of three referees
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed via Zoom on 21 or 22 July 2025
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Ongoing
- Deadline: 13 July 2025, 23:59 Berlin time
- Interview Dates: 21 and/or 22 July 2025
Where to Apply
- University Website: University of Tübingen
- Collaborative Research Center (CRC 1718): PhD Researcher in Linguistics (m/f/d, E 13 TV-L, 75%) | University of Tübingen
- Apply via email: claudia.heberle@uni-tuebingen.de
