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Postdoctoral Researcher in Classical Archaeology at Kiel University, Germany

About the Job

Kiel University in Germany is inviting applications for two full-time postdoctoral research positions in Classical Archaeology as part of the prestigious ERC Advanced Grant project “FRAGILE IMAGES: The Fragility, Instability, Ambiguity, and Self-Reflexivity of Images in Roman Art” (ERC Grant No. 101141247). This postdoctoral opportunity offers a dynamic research environment with a focus on ancient Roman art, visual theory, and interpretative image studies. The project is based at the Institute of Classical Studies, fostering innovative and interdisciplinary research in the humanities.

Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: Kiel University
Department: Institute of Classical Studies / Classical Archaeology
Location: Kiel, Germany
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (3 years), ERC-funded Postdoctoral Fellowship
Start Date (Anticipated): As early as possible
Working Hours: 38.7 hours per week
Salary Range: According to German public sector pay scale TV-L E13 (based on qualifications)

Research Areas

Roman visual culture and ancient art
Image production and artistic processes in antiquity
Semantic ambiguity and openness in visual interpretation
Theoretical and methodological approaches to classical imagery

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Classical Archaeology or a closely related field
Doctorate awarded with at least magna cum laude or equivalent honors
A strong and theoretically grounded research proposal aligned with one of the following topics:
- Image Processes: Image Production as an Ongoing Process
- Semantic Ambiguities: Openness and Indeterminacy of Images
Proven interest and expertise in ancient visual culture and image theory
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral dissertation focused on ancient imagery or visual analysis
Already published PhD thesis

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent research and publish a monograph in alignment with the project themes
Organize and co-publish an academic colloquium
Contribute to theoretical advancement of the FRAGILE IMAGES project
Present findings at international conferences and symposia
Undertake reporting and administrative duties related to the ERC grant