Job Description

42,500 students and 7,750 employees in teaching, research and administration, all working together to shape perspectives for the future – that is the University of Münster. Embedded in the vibrant atmosphere of Münster with its high standard of living, the University’s diverse research profile and attractive study programmes draw students and researchers throughout Germany and from around the world.

The Chair of Roman History of the Seminar of Ancient History in the Faculty of History and Philosophy at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche

r Mitarbeiterin, salary level E 13 TV-L)
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commencing on 1 October 2025. We are offering a fixed-term full-time position (100%) for 3 years. There is the possibility of extending the position depending on the legal possibilities. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during each semester.

Your tasks:

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This position is tied to working towards an independent research project within the scope of a second book (monograph). There is the possibility to do a formal Habilitation. collaboration in research and teaching participation in self-administration organisation of events providing students with subject-related expertise and instruction on applying scientific methods

Our expectations:

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An outstanding PhD in Ancient History or Classical Studies (PhD thesis must be submitted) is required. One area of research must fall within Roman history. Substantiated knowledge of Roman epigraphy or women’s history in antiquity is welcomed. Experience in teaching is required. German language skills up (up to the level B2) are a requirement or must be acquired within the first 12 months on the post. Enthusiasm for academic work and commitment to research Soft skills (team-oriented, good communication skills, organisational skills, can work independently)

Advantages for you:

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Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us. If you have family members or young children in your care, our Family Service Office offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities. As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs. As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (VBL), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations

The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.



We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.



If you have any questions, please contact PD Dr. Muriel Moser-Gerber, m.moser@em.uni-frankfurt.de.


Are you interested? We look forward to receiving your application by

2025-07-28

. You are welcome to forgo a photograph of you in your application. The usual documents (CV, motivation letter), supporting documents (degree certificates) and written work (an excerpt from your PhD, max. 50 pages and not the introduction, and an additional short publication if available, e.g. article, book review or similar) as well as an outline of your proposed research project should be sent in one PDF document to the Director of the Seminar for Ancient History Prof. Dr. Hans Beck (hans.beck@uni-muenster.de).

Universität Münster

Seminar für Alte Geschichte

Prof. Dr. Hans Beck

Domplatz 20-22

48143 Münster

Reference number:

2025_07_07