PostDoc Position (m/f/d) in the field of American Studies
The University of Graz, which was founded in 1585, is Austria’s second oldest university and one of the largest in the country.
Application deadline: 2026-04-15
Job Profile: University Assistant with Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 70.200,20
Hours per week: 40
Temporary Employment: September 30, 2031
Salary Category: B1 with PhD
Employment Start: 2026-10-05
Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Department of American Studies
Your Responsibilities
* Research and publication activities, including the possibility of writing a postdoctoral thesis and receiving a postdoctoral degree (Habilitation) in American Studies
* Participation in research projects in American literary and cultural studies
* Teaching assignments in American literary and cultural studies
* Organizational and administrative work for the Professor of American Studies and Intermediality, including student advising
* Participation in applying for funding for research projects and administrative assistance in carrying out such projects
* Cooperation with one of the university-wide Fields of Excellence and/or with one of the Core Research Areas of the Faculty of Humanities
* Cooperation with research partners in Austria and abroad, including contributions to fostering extant cooperations established by the Professor of American Studies and Intermediality
Your Profile
* Ph.D. in American Studies; or equivalent academic qualifications in this field
* Extensive knowledge of recent American Studies theories, of US-American literary history (all genres), and of US-American culture from the beginnings to the present
* Research experience (as shown in the dissertation, in publications, and in conference papers) in the areas of ethnic North American literary and cultural history, of drama and theater, of poetry, and/or of intermediality studies
* Substantial experience in research and teaching in university contexts (research experience within third-party funded projects is also welcome)
* Experience and expertise in editing scholarly texts, in preparing such texts for scholarly publications that meet the highest academic standards of the field are desirable
* Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
* Markedly research-oriented mindset, motivation, and goal-focused perspective
* Excellent skills in spoken and written English and German
* Social competence, particularly the ability to work in teams und to communicate clearly
* Reliability
* Organizational skills
* Ability to take initiative and to work independently
Application Documents
The following documents are required for an application:
* Letter of motivation
* Dissertation
* Two publications or conference talks
* A description of your research plan for the first two years (300 to 500 words)
* A syllabus of an American Studies class you have taught or that you would like to offer to B.A.-level students
* Your curriculum vitae
* Other relevant documents pertaining to your academic degrees and employment
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 70.200,20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
* Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
* Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
* Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
* Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
* Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
* Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!
Contact
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Nassim Balestrini
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
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