Postdoc specializing in Digital Philology (m/f/x)

Your tasks and responsibilities:

• Conducting independent research in the field of Medieval Latin Philology
• Contributing to the development of new research projects (external funding/grant proposals)
• Teaching, generally with a course load of 5 hours per week per semester (5 SWS)

Your qualifications:

• completed PhD in Latin Philology (with a focus on Medieval Latin not yet required) or in Medieval Studies (with a strong command of Latin). The doctoral procedure must be completed by the start of employment.
• excellent English language skills; proficiency in German (or at least a willingness to learn the language)
• Specialization in Digital Humanities (e.g., network analysis, digital editing, text analysis, relational or graph-based data models [e.g., Neo4j])
• strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team

Additional desirable qualifications:

• initial experience in securing third party funding
• Teaching experience and pedagogical skills
• basic knowledge of medieval manuscript transmission

Benefits:

Your workplace is centrally located in Munich and is easily accessible by public transport.

We offer an interesting and responsible position with excellent opportunities for further training and professional development.

You will be integrated into the chair's ongoing projects and will teach within the fields of Latin Philology or Medieval Studies. Independent research is encouraged, and the position offers the opportunity to pursue a Habilitation (post-doctoral qualification).

Remuneration is based on the E 13 TV-L salary scale. You will enjoy all the benefits of employment in the public service of the Free State of Bavaria.

The recruitment process is committed to equal opportunities. LMU Munich aims to increase the proportion of women among its academic staff. Applications from women and members of underrepresented groups are expressly welcomed.

Remote work (home office) can be arranged by mutual agreement.

Also possible in a part-time capacity.

People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment.

Contact:

Please submit your application including the usual documents (CV, certificates, and two letters of recommendation) as a single PDF file by 30 June 2026, to LMU Munich at: mlat@latphil.uni-muenchen.de. For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Katja Weidner at: Katja.Weidner@lmu.de

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