About the Position
Aarhus University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in the research project Locally Crafted Empires (LoCiS), led by Professor Rubina Raja at the School of Culture and Society, Faculty of Arts. This project explores local portrait cultures in Western Asia (1st century BCE–5th century CE) and how they reflect regional identities and imperial influences. The fellowship offers a two-year, full-time position (with a possible one-year extension) and provides the opportunity to contribute to an internationally recognised research environment combining archaeology, art history, and cultural studies. The postdoc will engage in research, publications, database development, and academic events while collaborating with experts in Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Institution: Aarhus University
- Department: School of Culture and Society, Faculty of Arts
- Research Field: Classical Archaeology / Ancient Visual Culture
- Location: Aarhus, Denmark
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (2 years, extendable to 3 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Salary Range: As per Danish University regulations
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Classical Archaeology and Art History
- Visual Culture and Portrait Studies
- Imperial and Local Identities in Western Asia
- Cross-regional and Comparative Archaeological Research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Classical Archaeology or equivalent qualification
- Research experience related to ancient Western Asia (100 BCE–500 CE)
- Proven ability to analyse archaeological and historical sources
- Excellent English communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with visual or material culture research
- Working knowledge of French, German, or Italian
- Strong organisational and collaborative abilities
- Publication record relevant to the research theme
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct original research on local portrait cultures of Western Asia
- Contribute to the LoCiS database and project catalogue
- Publish monographs and academic articles (solo and co-authored)
- Organise conferences, workshops, and guest lectures
- Undertake research travel and fieldwork as required
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted through Aarhus University’s online recruitment system available on the official job page. All materials must be uploaded in English.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter (motivation and research interest)
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Degree certificates
- Up to two academic publications for assessment
- Complete list of publications
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 12 November 2025
- Deadline: 2 December 2025 (11:59 pm CET)
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Aarhus University
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply Now: Apply via Aarhus University Recruitment Portal
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