The University of Kassel is a modern and growing University with round about 21.000 students. The university’s wide range of expertise covers subjects in the natural, applied, cultural and social sciences.

In the Department of Social Sciences, Sociology - Department of Art and Economies (Prof. Dr. Mi You), the following position is available 01.10.2026:

1 Doctoral Researcher (m/f/d), EG 13 TV-H, fixed term, part-time (currently 20 hours per week)

Application deadline:
05.08.2026

Date of hire: 01.10.2026

vacancy number: 39329
Part-time position with half the regular working hours of a full-time employee. The position is initially limited in duration until November 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension—subject to personnel decisions—(qualification position pursuant to § 72 HessHG in conjunction with § 2(1), sentence 1, WissZeitVG). There is an opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree.

Tasks:

• Assistance in research and teaching (independent teaching of 2 SWS) in the field of art and economies (in department 05 as well as at the Kunsthochschule Kassel)
• Developing a dissertation in the field of art and economies, particularly in relation to contemporary art practices, theoretical discourses, and collective forms of production
• Participation in the development and conceptual advancement of the documenta Institut, especially at the intersection of art theory, sociology, curatorial practice and public discourse
• Participation in the organization and implementation of academic events and conferences
• Participation in university administration

Requirements:

• MA degree in social sciences, art studies, media studies or a comparable subject with good to very good academic performance
• The required degree must be presented by the hiring date at the latest
• Very good command of English and German
• In addition to the usual application documents (cover letter, CV, certificates), a brief outline of the doctoral project (max. 2 pages), a writing sample, and two referees are required
• Initial experience in academic publishing and/or presenting research is an advantage
• Experience in organizing academic events or research projects is desirable
• Experience with research projects or grant applications is an advantage

For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Mi You, mi.you(at)uni-kassel.de.

In the event of any differences between the German and English versions of this call for application, the German wording is legally binding.

Our Offer:

As an employee of the University of Kassel

• you will be offered an interesting and diverse range of tasks within the framework of a modern and ambitious university,
• you will be part of an interdisciplinary team with a good and collegial working atmosphere,
• you will have the opportunity to participate in professional and interdisciplinary further education measures,
• is your workplace with good connections to public transport, which you can currently use free of charge.

In addition, you will benefit from the advantages of employment in the public service such as:

• an additional company pension (VBL),
• an optional child supplement in accordance with TV-Hessen, a family-friendly university (including childcare for emergencies),
• an annual bonus
• an entitlement to capital-accumulation benefits,
• a promotion of voluntary commitment,
• low-cost participation in university sports and a full range of fitness activities as part of Unifit, as well as workplace health management

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Please send your application with the usual informative documents, stating the reference number in the subject line, via the online form. We have compiled further information for you in our .

In exceptional cases, we will also accept your application documents in paper form addressed to: The President of the University of Kassel, 34109 Kassel, Germany, or via mail to , stating the reference number.

In the case of postal applications, please submit only copies of your documents (no folders), as these cannot be returned. All documents will be destroyed after completion of the selection process in compliance with data protection regulations.

The protection of your personal information is very important to us, so we will handle your personal information with care. By your application, you allow us the storage and use in the sense of the Hessian Data Protection and Freedom of Information Act. You can object to this at any time. Your personal data will be deleted.

Information according to Art. 13 DSGVO for the application process at the University of Kassel can be found at:

Information and FAQ about applying for a job offer:

The University of Kassel is very interested in the professional satisfaction of its employees. It is distinguished as a family-friendly university and, in the interests of equal opportunities, strives to offer everyone the same opportunities for development and to counteract existing disadvantages. It promotes the Family Welcome Service and also the Dual Career Service for positions that are scientifically and academically filled. One of the strategic goals of the University of Kassel is to significantly increase the proportion of women in research and teaching. Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome. Seriously handicapped and equivalent applicants are given preference if they have the same suitability, qualifications and professional performance. Full-time positions are generally divisible (except when filling civil servant positions). Applications indicating the Position Number, which may be in digital form, should be sent to the President of the University of Kassel, 34109 Kassel, Germany quoting the applicable reference number.