The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in the profile areas Light – Life – Liberty, which provide pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately 10,000 employees, it defines Jena as a vibrant, internationally connected city of science and innovation.

The Seminar for Indo-European Studies at the Institut of of Near Eastern Studies, Indo-European Studies and the Archaeology of Prehistory to the Early Middle Ages seeks to fill the position of a

lecturer and researcher in Indo-Europan Studies

commencing on 1st of October, 2025
We offer full-time position (40 hours per week) initially offered as a fixed-term position for three years.

Your responsibilities:

• Independently teach courses in Indo-European Studies (mainly seminars, 4 teaching hours)
• Independent research activity, particularly working on your own scientific qualification project, e.g. habilitation
• Participation in student counseling and the organization of studies in the field of Indo-European studies (B.A. and M.A.)
• Support in application management, third-party funded project management, and in the procurement of literature

Your profile:

• Completed university degree and a doctorate (PhD. degree) in Indo-European linguistics or an equivalent linguistic discipline
• Experience in University teaching in the field of linguistics
• We expect good knowledge of serveal ancient Indo-European languages and the methods of historical-comparative linguistics
• Ideally, you have an interest in interdisciplinary research and experiences in international scientific collaboration

We offer:

• Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) at salary scale E12 — depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Interesting and varied tasks at an international level
• Flexible working hours (upon consultation/flextime and possibly telecommuting)
• A Graduate Academy for doctoral candidates and postdocs
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31

In principle, the job is also suitable for part-time employment. The extent to which a part-time request can be granted, in particular with regard to the location and scope of the part-time work, will be assessed on the basis of the needs of the service.

Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.