IEG LIVARCH Fellowship at Leibniz Institute of European History, Mainz, Germany
About Position/Job
The IEG LIVARCH Fellowship offers an exciting opportunity for doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers to undertake independent research within the framework of the LivArch project. This project addresses the challenges of documenting Russia’s war against Ukraine through living digital archives, combining historical, digital humanities, and ethical perspectives. Fellows will work closely with the Digitality in Historical Research | DH Lab at IEG, contributing to innovative research on real-time digital preservation and historical knowledge production. The fellowship encourages interdisciplinary projects that align with the institute’s research priorities and supports international collaboration.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Fellowship (Doctoral or Postdoctoral)
- Institution: Leibniz Institute of European History (IEG)
- Department: Digitality in Historical Research | DH Lab
- Research field: Digital Humanities, History, Memory Studies, Heritage Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Museology
- Location: Mainz, Germany
- Number of posts: Two (one for doctoral students, one for postdoctoral researchers)
- Job Type: Full-time Fellowship
- Start Date (Anticipated): November 2025 or later
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: €1,350 per month (doctoral students); €1,800 per month (postdocs), with family/child allowances available
- Required Degree/Diploma: Doctorate (for doctoral fellowship applicants); PhD (for postdoctoral applicants)
Research Area
- Archives and digitisation in Ukraine
- Historical, memorial, and heritage studies related to the war in Ukraine
- Digital transformation and living archives
- Social media studies in the context of war
- Comparative studies on memorialisation and documentation
- Data modelling and data visualisation related to living archives
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Enrolled doctoral student or postdoctoral researcher
- Proficiency in English
- Research interests aligned with the LivArch project and the ongoing research at IEG
- Willingness to reside in Mainz during the fellowship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in digital humanities, history, memory or heritage studies, anthropology, archaeology, or museology
- Experience or strong interest in digital archiving, social media analysis, or data visualisation relating to conflict studies
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent research within the scope of the LivArch project
- Participate actively in the IEG research community and attend weekly colloquia
- Present research findings at least once during the fellowship period
- Collaborate with the DH Lab and project members on interdisciplinary approaches to living archives
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit a single PDF document by email to digital@ieg-mainz.de by 16 June 2025.
Required Documents:
- Letter of motivation including preferred start date of fellowship
- Curriculum vitae and list of publications (if available)
- Research project description (maximum five pages), outlining the connection to the LivArch project and proposed duration of fellowship (6–12 months for doctoral students, 4–8 months for postdocs)
- Copies of university certificates and proof of English language proficiency
- One academic letter of reference detailing the applicant’s academic qualifications and project progress
- Postdoctoral applicants must also submit a copy of their dissertation
- Academic advisors should send an up-to-date letter of expertise directly to marino@ieg-mainz.de
Contact for Queries:
Dr Ian Marino — marino@ieg-mainz.de
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Immediately
- Deadline: 16 June 2025
- Interview Date: To be confirmed (if applicable)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Leibniz Institute of European History
- LivArch Project Details: LivArch
- Apply Now: Submit applications to digital@ieg-mainz.de
