The Institute of Philosophy at the University of Bremen is looking to fill two positions associated with the working group of practical philosophy (Prof. Dr. Gabriel Wollner), beginning August 1, 2025 at the earliest or as soon as possible thereafter, as:
PhD Student / Research Assistant (f/m/d) / Paygrade 13-TVL
with 50% of weekly working hours (19.6 hours) for a fixed term of three years in the area of practical philosophy.
Candidate Profile
- Above-average academic degree (Master Degree/University Diploma) in philosophy (with a focus on practical philosophy) or a related discipline combined with very good knowledge of practical philosophy
- Expertise in other disciplines relevant to the candidate’s research project, such as political science, sociology or economics is an advantage
- Very good knowledge of English
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team
Tasks
- Teaching in practical philosophy (2hrs per week/1 seminar per semester)
- Contribution to research, in particular through participation in research projects of the professorship
- Own scientific project in the context of a doctorate in the field of practical philosophy (especially political philosophy, social philosophy, moral philosophy or action theory)
- Other university tasks, such as participation in academic self-administration
Further details and how to apply
- The university is family-friendly, diverse and sees itself as an international university. We therefore welcome all applicants: regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.
- As the University of Bremen intends to increase the proportion of female employees in science, women are particularly encouraged to apply.
- Disabled persons with essentially equal professional and personal qualifications will be given priority when applying.
- For general questions about the advertised position, please contact: Prof. Dr. Gabriel Wollner (wollner@uni-bremen.de).
- Please enclose a CV, copies of degree certificates/transcripts, a description of your research interests and PhD project, two writing samples (e.g. seminar papers, BA or MA theses) and the names of two referees with your application.
- Please send your application with your complete documents to the following address, quoting the reference number A155-25 until June 6, 2025 as a PDF file by unencrypted electronic mail to: philosek@uni-bremen.de or by post to:
University of Bremen
Institute of Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Gabriel Wollner
Postfach 33 04 40
28334 Bremen
- For the full and official job descriptions and details in English and German, please see: