Research Associate for the Project “Social constructions of climate moods”
Institution Cluster of Excellence „Climate, Climatic Change, and Society (CLICCS)“ (climate research)
Salary level EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date 01.07.2026, fixed until 30.06.2029 (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline 15.05.2026
Scope of work full-time position suitable for part-time
The Cluster of Excellence “Climate, Climatic Change, and Society” (CLICCS) investigates climate dynamics and climate-related social dynamics, as well as the interactions between the two. To this end, we are looking for colleagues from a wide range of disciplines, including the natural sciences as well as the social sciences. We are proud to work together in a truly integrating manner. Our partners, e.g. the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology, Helmholtz Centre Hereon or the German Climate Computing Centre are also hiring. All jobs: www.cliccs.uni-hamburg.de/jobs
Your responsibilities
Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.
The main responsibility is to conduct an ethnographic case study on emotional responses to climate change and publish the results in a monograph or series of papers. In addition, the candidate is expected to contribute to joint publications within the team and address the overarching aim of investigating how people in different contexts react emotionally to climate change and which consequences this has.
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field, plus doctorate.
Master’s degree in Anthropology.
In addition, the candidate must have sustained and documented knowledge of philosophy, especially phenomenological theories, and international publications (peer-reviewed) in the field of climate change anthropology. Experience of long-term ethnographic fieldwork is also required.
We offer
- Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
- Continuing education opportunities
- University pensions
- Attractive location
- Flexible working hours
- Work-life balance opportunities
- Health management, EGYM Wellpass
- Educational leave
- 30 days of vacation per annum
Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.
The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.
Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.
Contact
Prof. Dr. Michael Schnegg
michael.schnegg@uni-hamburg.de
+49 40 2395-27915
Edmund-Siemers-Allee 1
20146 Hamburg
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Application deadline
15.05.2026
Instructions for applying
Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
- cover letter
- CV
- copies of degree certificate(s)
- electronic copy of dissertation and one relevant publication
- research proposal (max 2 pages)
If you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.
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