Postdoctoral Researcher – Cognitive Linguistics Germany

About the Position

The University of Tübingen, Faculty of Humanities, Department of Linguistics, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Cognitive Linguistics, Philosophy of Language, Pragmatics, and Logic. This full-time position (E13 TV-L, 100%) is available from January 2026 for a fixed term until June 2029. The selected researcher will join the Collaborative Research Centre “Common Ground: Cognition, Grammar, Communication” (CRC1718), funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Michael Franke and Dr. Todd Snider. The project, titled “Probabilistic Reasoning about Common Ground”, explores how humans establish shared understanding in communication through an interdisciplinary lens that merges philosophy, linguistics, and cognitive science. This position offers a stimulating academic environment, training opportunities in probabilistic cognitive modelling, and collaboration with international scholars.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: University of Tübingen
Department: Department of Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities
Research Field: Cognitive Linguistics, Pragmatics, Logic, Philosophy of Language
Location: Tübingen, Germany
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (Postdoctoral)
Start Date (Anticipated): January 2026
Working Hours: Full-time (100%)
Salary Range: E13 TV-L (as per German public sector pay scale)
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Philosophy of Language
Cognitive Linguistics
Pragmatics
Formal Logic and Epistemology

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Philosophy, or related discipline
Near-native proficiency in spoken and written English
Strong analytical and conceptual research background
Familiarity with literature on common ground and communication

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in formal, computational, or empirical research
Skills in statistical data analysis and cognitive modelling
Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent and collaborative research in cognitive and philosophical linguistics
Contribute to the project “Probabilistic Reasoning about Common Ground”
Participate in interdisciplinary discussions and team meetings
Engage in formal or experimental research to support theoretical models
Contribute to publications, presentations, and project dissemination