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We Are Hiring! Research Associate at Philipps University Marburg

Founded in 1527, Philipps University offers outstanding teaching to around 22,000 students and addresses major contemporary challenges through excellent research across disciplines.

At the Center for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS), Department of Politics of the Near and Middle East, two externally funded part-time positions (50%) are available until 30 September 2027 within the BMFTR-funded project “Resource Extractivism in Latin America and the Maghreb.” The positions are classified at salary group E13 TV-H.

Your tasks:

  • Academic work within the research consortium
  • Supporting the conception and organization of workshops, colloquia, and conferences
  • Coordinating the international fellowship program
  • Assisting with project administration

The project offers opportunities for independent, project-related research. A supervision agreement will ensure that results can be used for your own academic qualification outside working hours. The contract is not governed by § 2 Abs. 1 WissZeitVG.

Your profile:

  • Excellent university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Political Science or a related social science discipline
  • Very good German and English skills (B2)
  • Good French skills are desirable
  • Ability to work in a team and presence in Marburg
  • Interest in German and European raw materials policy
  • Interest in participating in transdisciplinary theory fora within the consortium, the Merian Center MECAM, and the CNMS

We offer:

  • A diverse and engaging range of tasks
  • Free use of public transport in Hessen (Landesticket)
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • A family-friendly work environment
  • Flexible working hours

Application deadline: 07 December 2025

Salary group: E13 TV-H

Workload: 50% part-time

Contact for further information: Prof. Dr. Rachid Ouaissa, +49 6421-28 24956,

Apply here: https://stellenangebote.uni-marburg.de/jobposting/f640afe1ee2b5b8f567a0324eb8e647eeff84f570?ref=homepage