PhD student in the field of ancient history / archaeology

The University | About us...

The Institut of History at the University of Luxembourg has a vacancy for a doctoral researcher (100%) in the field of Ancient History/Archaeology (Chair Associate Prof. Dr Andrea Binsfeld) as of 1 September 2024. The development of an independent doctoral project within the framework of one or more of Prof. Dr Andrea Binsfeld's research fields in the areas of social and cultural history, epigraphy, late antiquity, history and archaeology of the Roman provinces, digital archaeology is desired.

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University's faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its "international outlook," #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

The Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences. People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed. The FHSE offers four Bachelor and 15 Master degrees and a doctoral school providing students with the necessary knowledge and high-qualified skills to succeed in their future career.

The Institute for History (IHIST) brings together researchers from the fields of history, archaeology, cultural anthropology and sociology. Research at IHIST ranges from Antiquity to today, and by eschewing periodization, the continuities and changes over the long term are emphasized. The historical areas forming today's Luxembourg and Greater Region, the crossroads of Europe, constitute a stimulating case study for historical investigation of Borders and Identity, Power and Legitimation, History and Space, Materiality and Culture.

Your Role...

The doctoral candidate will be a member of the Department of Humanities / Institute of History. S/he will work under the supervision of Associate Prof. Dr Andrea Binsfeld. The primary role for the position will be research that results in a doctoral thesis, as well as help in organizing research activities and workshops. There will also be the opportunity to teach, which the successful candidate will be strongly encouraged to do.The main tasks will be to:

• Write a PhD thesis in the field of ancient history (social and cultural history, epigraphy, late antiquity) or archaeology (history and archaeology of the Roman provinces, digital archaeology)
• Participate in the FHSE Doctoral School
• Present papers at academic conferences
• Write research papers and publish peer-reviewed journal articles
• Participate at public history and outreach activities of the IHIST

The PhD student will be a member of the IHist/ University of Luxembourg and be enrolled in the Doctoral School of Humanities and Social Sciences (DHSS).

For more information about the IHIST, please visit https://history.uni.lu

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Andrea Binsfeld: https://history.uni.lu/team-andrea-binsfeld/ email:

What we expect from you…

• Master's degree or diploma in history, archaeology, digital humanities
• Good digital literacy
• Excellent command in at least two of the following languages: German, English, French. A good command of all three languages is definitely an asset

How to apply...

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Motivation letter (max. two pages)
• Sketch of PhD project
• List of publications (if available)
• Copies of diplomas

We ensure a full consideration for applications received by the 1st of July 2024. Please apply formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extendable up to 48 months if required)
• Start date: September 2024
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval
• Job Reference: UOL06490

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time)