Doctoral Fellowship in the fields of Applied Linguistics and Digital Humanities (Germanist/in)

The Schaufler Lab@TU Dresden is seeking early-career researchers for a Doctoral Fellowship within the research theme "Energy Cultures in Transition". The fellowship is aimed at researchers in the fields of Applied Linguistics and Digital Humanities to explore the relationships between technology, science, and society from a humanities, cultural, social, and educational science perspective.

Main Tasks

• Conduct independent research and academic qualification to complete a doctorate at TUD.
• Write a dissertation on a topic within the "Energy Cultures in Transition" concept.
• Engage in interdisciplinary dialogue, particularly with STEM partnerships and artists within the Schaufler Residency.
• Participate in science communication and outreach activities.
• Participate in the Kolleg's mandatory English-language training program.

Requirements

• An excellent university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in German Studies, Linguistics, Digital Humanities, or a comparable discipline.
• Relevant prior experience in the linguistic, cultural, or media studies analysis of discourses on environmental, technological, or energy-related issues.
• Experience with digital research methods (e.g., corpus linguistics, text mining, and network analysis) is an advantage.
• Strong ability to work in teams and enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration.
• English skills at a minimum of C1 level.
• German language skills are desirable but not mandatory (required only if the dissertation is chosen to be written in German).

Work Conditions and Benefits

• Fellowship duration: 2 years, with an option of extension by 1.5 years, starting April 1, 2027.
• Fellowship amount: EUR 1,850 per month, plus a grant for material costs of EUR 150 and a family supplement of EUR 315 per child (where applicable).
• Access to a fully equipped office workspace on the premises of TUD.
• Access to research infrastructure, including Research Studios and writing retreats.
• Participation in the Graduate Academy and other central institutions for further training.
• Coverage of conference travel costs (within project fund limits).
• The fellowship does not constitute an employment relationship.