About Position/Job
University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a 3-year Postdoctoral Fellow position in Medieval Studies, with a specific focus on Dominican Studies, hosted by the Department of Culture and Language. The position is part of the prestigious CODICUM project, an ERC Synergy-funded international research initiative (2025–2031) led by Professor Lars Boje Mortensen. Starting on April 1, 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter), the postdoctoral researcher will contribute to Work Package 3, focusing on medieval Latin manuscript fragments connected to Dominican intellectual networks across the Nordic region.
The research explores the period c. 1250–1450, examining education, book culture, and learned networks within the Dominican province of Dacia, while linking Nordic sources to wider European centres of learning. The project combines traditional humanities methodologies—Latin philology, palaeography, and book history—with scientific approaches, including spectrometric analysis of parchment proteins and DNA. This role offers a unique interdisciplinary research environment within a major European collaboration.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
- Institution: University of Southern Denmark
- Department: Department of Culture and Language
- Research Field: Medieval Studies / Dominican Studies
- Location: Odense, Denmark
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral (Fixed-term, 3 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): April 2026
- Working Hours: Not specified
- Salary Range: As per the Danish state collective agreement
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Medieval Studies
- Dominican Studies
- Medieval Latin manuscript fragments
- Nordic medieval intellectual and book history
- Palaeography and codicology
- Textual and book history
- Mendicant religious networks
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Medieval Studies or a closely related discipline
- Expertise in Latin, palaeography, and textual/book history
- Strong research profile relevant to medieval Dominican environments
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary research teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Publications in mendicant or Dominican studies
- Experience with manuscript fragment research
- Willingness to engage in outreach, workshops, and project coordination
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and analyse Dominican-related medieval manuscript fragments
- Research educational and intellectual networks (c. 1250–1450)
- Collaborate with textual scholars, curators, IT specialists, and biochemists
- Participate in CODICUM project meetings, workshops, and conferences
- Contribute to administrative tasks, including reports and event organisation
- Engage in outreach activities such as blog writing and collaboration with holding institutions
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via the SDU online application system. International applicants should use the English application portal.
Required Documents:
- Detailed CV with contact information
- Certificates/diplomas (Master’s and PhD; or supervisor statement if pending)
- Complete list of publications
- Up to 5 relevant publications (PDF format)
- Statement on co-authorship (if applicable)
- Cover letter (1–1.5 pages) outlining project fit and motivation
- All non-Danish documents translated into English
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Not specified
- Deadline: 8 January 2026 (23:59 CET)
- Interview Date: If applicable
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Southern Denmark
- Department Website: Department of Culture and Language
- Official Notification Link: Click here
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