Research Assistant - Kassel, Deutschland - Universität Kassel

Universität Kassel

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Kassel, Deutschland

vor 3 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

The University of Kassel is a modern and growing University with round about students. It has an extraordinary wide section with expertise of nature, technique, culture and society.

In the Faculty of Social Sciences, Research Unit Sociological Theory (Prof. Dr.

Jörn Lamla), the following position is available as soon as possible:

Research Assistant (M/F/d), EG 13 TV-H, temporary, full-time (currently
40 hours per week)**:

Closes:

Date of Hire:
- as soon as possible

Reference:
35983

-**:

The position is initially limited to 3 years with the possibility of an extension for a further 3 years. It is a qualification position according to - 65 HHG in conjunction with - 2 Abs.1 Satz 2 WissZeitVG. The completion of a habilitation thesis is possible.

The position is assigned to the Research Unit of Sociological Theory in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

The Research Unit also conducts research in interdisciplinary networks and is particularly active at the Research Center for Information System Design (ITeG) at the University of Kassel.

The focus of research here is on the topic area of "(post-) digital practices and forms of life ". Questions of sustainability are also another major focus of the University of Kassel.

We are looking for a person with broad sociological theoretical knowledge and a proven interest in new theoretical developments, who is also able to build bridges to the interdisciplinary research clusters mentioned above.

Your responsibilities:

Scientific collaboration in research and teaching in the field of sociological theory (4 SWS in the Bachelor's, Master's and teacher training programmes of the department of sociology)
Independent work on a research subfield in the abovementioned areas with the goal of habilitation
Support in academic networking within and outside the University of Kassel through conferences, coordination activities, participation in publications, etc.
Participation in thirdparty funded research proposals, especially in DFG collaborative funding programmes

Requirements:

Doctorate in the field of sociology completed with very good results. The doctorate must be available by the recruitment date at the latest.
Sound and broad knowledge of sociological theories

The following is advantageous:

Thorough and independent scientific work
High communication skills and didactic competences
Relevant experience in the field of qualitative research methods and proven knowledge in the field of sociological practice theories, pragmatic sociology and science & technology studies

Applicants are also required to submit an informative synopsis on their independent research subfield and qualification interest.

Our offer:

As an employee of the University of Kassel
- you will be offered an interesting and diverse range of tasks within the framework of a modern and ambitious university,
- you will be part of an interdisciplinary team with a good and collegial working atmosphere,
- you will have the opportunity to participate in professional and interdisciplinary further education measures,
- your workplace is centrally located in the city of Kassel with good public transport connections, which you can currently use for free.

In addition, you will benefit from the advantages of employment in the public service such as:

an additional company pension (VBL),

- an optional child supplement in accordance with TV-Hessen, a family-friendly university (including childcare for emergencies),
- an annual bonus
- an entitlement to capital-accumulation benefits,
- a promotion of voluntary commitment,
- low-cost participation in university sports and a full range of fitness activities as part of Unifit, as well as workplace health management.

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The University of Kassel is very interested in the professional satisfaction of its employees.

It is distinguished as a family-friendly university and, in the interests of equal opportunities, strives to offer everyone the same opportunities for development and to counteract existing disadvantages.

It promotes the Family Welcome Service and also the Dual Career Service for positions that are scientifically and academically filled.

One of the strategic goals of the University of Kassel is to significantly increase the proportion of women in research and teaching.

Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome. Seriously handicapped and equivalent applicants are given preference if they have the same suitability, qualifications and professional performance. Full-time positions are generally divisible (except when filling civil servant positions).

Applications indicating the Position Number, which may be in digital form, should be sent to the President of the University of Kassel, 34109 Kassel, Germany quoting the applicable reference number.