The Cluster of Excellence 2060 "Religion and Politics. Dynamics of Tradition and Innovation" at the University of Münster (WWU) is seeking to fill three positions for Postdoctoral Research Associates (Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in, salary level TV-L E 13, 100%) commencing from 1 March 2022. We are offering three fixed-term full-time positions until 31 December 2025 (corresponding to the funding period of the Cluster).

The Cluster of Excellence 2060 "Religion and Politics. Dynamics of Tradition and Innovation" incorporates the disciplines history, political science, sociology, Catholic and Protestant theology and law; representatives from Islamic studies, Islamic theology, Jewish studies, Egyptology, classical and early Christian archaeology, philosophy, philology, art history and ethnology complete the interdisciplinary spectrum.

A successfully completed doctorate in the field of humanities, cultural studies, law, the social sciences or theology is required. A good command of written and spoken English is essential. A solid knowledge of written and spoken German is an advantage. The Cluster supports international members in acquiring or improving their German language skills.