About Position/Job
Saarland University is inviting applications for an Academic Research Assistant (m/f/x) in Digital Humanities within the Department of Language Science and Technology in Saarbrücken, Germany. This full-time, four-year funded position (E13 TV-L) focuses on research and teaching in Digital Humanities, integrating humanities disciplines with machine learning, statistics, and Python-based computational methods. Working under the academic leadership of Professor Christian Bentz, the successful candidate will contribute to interdisciplinary research aligned with the Faculty of Humanities, including Archaeology, Classical Philology, Historical Science, Linguistics, and Philosophy. The role also includes teaching four hours per week in the BA Digital Humanities programme and active participation in building BA and MA curricula. This position supports Saarland University’s mission to foster early-career researchers and strengthen innovative, cross-disciplinary humanities research in Germany.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Academic Research Assistant (m/f/x)
- Institution: Saarland University
- Department: Department of Language Science and Technology
- Research Field: Digital Humanities
- Location: Saarbrücken, Germany
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (4 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): As soon as possible
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week (100%)
- Salary Range: E13 TV-L (German public sector salary scale)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Digital Humanities
- Archaeology
- Classical Philology
- Historical Science
- Linguistics
- Philosophy
- Machine Learning in Humanities
- Statistical and Computational Methods
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Archaeology, Classical Philology, Historical Science, Linguistics, Philosophy, or a closely related humanities discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in machine learning, statistics, and Python programming
- Strong publication record in relevant research areas
- English language proficiency at the C2 level
- German language proficiency at the C2 level, with the ability to teach in German
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in interdisciplinary Digital Humanities research projects
- Interest in curriculum development for BA and MA Digital Humanities programmes
- Active engagement in collaborative academic environments
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in Digital Humanities
- Deliver four hours of teaching per week in the BA Digital Humanities programme
- Contribute to the development of BA and MA study programmes
- Publish research in high-quality academic outlets
- Participate actively in departmental research and teaching activities
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email as a single PDF file to christian.bentz@uni-saarland.de. Applicants must clearly include the reference number W2766 in the subject line of the email.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic degree certificates
- Documentation of research and teaching experience
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Open now
- Deadline: 15 January 2026
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Saarland University
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: mailto:christian.bentz@uni-saarland.de
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