> Scope: 75% PhD or 100% Postdoc
> Temporary: 3 years PhD or 18 months PostDoc
> Remuneration: TV-L 13
> Start: as soon as possible

For the Humboldt Center for Philosophy we are looking for a

Academic employee (m/f/d) Ph.D. student or PostDoc

We seek to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position.

Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

Full-time positions are generally divisible.

The Humboldt Centre represents the discipline of philosophy at Ulm University in both research and teaching. Our areas of expertise include philosophy of science, digital ethics, and the philosophy of mind and cognition. We offer students from all disciplines a broad range of philosophy courses. The Humboldt Centre is also actively involved in science communication and public engagement.

Your profile:

• An excellent university degree in Philosophy (or a closely related field), ideally with a specialization in the philosophy of science.
• For applicants at the postdoctoral level: an excellent PhD in Philosophy (or a closely related field), ideally with a specialization in the philosophy of science.
• A research record appropriate to the applicant's career stage, including publications, preferably in international peer-reviewed journals.
• The ability to teach in both German and English (or a willingness to acquire this ability).
• A high degree of independence, strong organizational skills, and reliability.
• Enthusiasm for philosophical and scientific exchange, as well as for teaching and the communication of knowledge.

Your responsibilities:

• Conduct independent research in philosophy (primarily by working toward a doctoral dissertation or pursuing postdoctoral research and publications), preferably in one or more of the following areas: philosophy of science, science and values, political/social epistemology, or philosophy of mind.
• Actively contribute to the activities of the Humboldt Centre, for example by helping to organize workshops or participating in interdisciplinary research projects (e.g. within the RTG KEMAI).
• Teach courses equivalent to 3 / 4 semester hours per week (3 or 4 SWS), including service teaching for students from all disciplines or subject-specific courses such as Philosophy of Science for Biology, Philosophy of Science for Chemistry, etc.
• Applicants should submit the following documents by 15.09.2026:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications, conference presentations, courses taught, organized academic events, periods of study or research abroad, and project experience
• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts (secondary school leaving certificate, Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, PhD certificate, if applicable, and other relevant certificates)
• A writing sample of 20–40 pages (e.g. an excerpt from a thesis or a published/unpublished article)
• A 1–2 page description of the research project to be pursued at Ulm University

We offer:

• Excellent supervision and mentoring, with a strong commitment to supporting early-career researchers.
• Active support for career development, including assistance with securing follow-up funding and applying for external research grants.
• A friendly, committed, and collaborative team with a shared enthusiasm for advancing philosophical research and teaching at a science- and technology-oriented university with a strong medical profile.
• Flexible working hours and the option to work partly from home.

The university and what we offer:
Seize the opportunity and join us in shaping the future of the University!

> Referenz-no.: 26124 > Application deadline: 15.09.2026

Hiring is done by the Central University Administration.

Prof. Dr. Rebekka Hufendiek, E-Mail:

We look forward to your application via our online application portal