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Faculty of Protestant Theology :
Literary History of the Hebrew Bible
Hebrew Bible/Old Testament
In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (29.8725 hours/week = 75%) by October 1, 2026, we are looking for a
Research Assistant (doctoral researcher) (m/f/x) in Hebrew Bible Studies
The Collaborative Research Centre “Historical and Transcultural Narratology” (TRR 427), funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), examines pre-modern (ancient, medieval, early modern) narratives from different cultural contexts with the aim of systematically and comparatively investigating the dynamics and functions of narratives in past contexts. The project, consisting of 19 PIs from 16 different disciplines, is based at the universities of Bochum, Bonn, and Freiburg.
In subproject A03, “Narrating Prophecy: A Diachronic Narratological Approach to Story and Discourse of Prophetic Books in the Hebrew Bible,” based at the Faculty of Protestant Theology at Ruhr University Bochum (PI: Prof. Dr. Joachim Krause), a position as a Research Assistant (m/f/x) (doctoral researcher m/f/x; TV-L 13, 75%) is available starting October 1, 2026. The position is limited-term until June 30, 2030. Project A03 develops a diachronic narratological approach to prophetic literature in the Hebrew Bible. The books of Amos and Ezekiel serve as case studies. Subject to project approval.
Scope: part-time
Duration: fixed-term, June 30, 2030
Start: by October 1, 2026
Apply by: 2026-07-13
Your tasks:
- Independent and conceptually challenging research collaboration on the above-mentioned project in cooperation with the PI and within the context of TRR 427
- Preparation of a monograph (dissertation) on the Book of Ezekiel
- Use of the position to pursue a doctoral degree at the Faculty of Protestant Theology at RUB is expected and is a prerequisite for employment
- Since the position is funded exclusively by external third-party funding sources (DFG), there are no teaching obligations associated with the position
Your profile:
- A significantly above-average degree in Theology, including the standard language training (Greek, Hebrew; knowledge of other Semitic languages is an advantage but not a prerequisite for application)
- Furthermore, a documented focus on the Hebrew Bible as well as basic knowledge of narrative theory are advantageous
- Willingness to familiarize yourself with narrative-theoretical approaches and to engage in interdisciplinary exchange
- Intellectual curiosity and willingness to work in a team
- Note: The dissertation as well as other publications within the scope of the position may be written in German or English.
We offer:
- Challenging and varied tasks with significant autonomy in collaboration with a collegial team
- Integration into an innovative and internationally oriented Collaborative Research Center with targeted funding opportunities and active opportunities for doctoral candidates (m/f/x) to contribute to its development, as well as into a dynamic department team
- Extensive opportunities for continuing education and professional development
- Support for balancing family and career (including childcare placement/holiday programs/mobile daycare)
Further information:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.
Application materials: • Letter of motivation • Curriculum vitae and academic background • Certificates and transcripts • Writing sample (e.g., an academic paper or similar)
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Joachim Krause +49 234 32 32 23264
Anke Mörking +49 234 32 12357
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-07-13. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5786.
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