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Two Postdoc position (full-time) and up to 5 Visiting Fellowships in History and Philosophy of Physics at the University of Bonn
The Lichtenberg Group for History and Philosophy of Physics at the Institute of Philosophy is seeking two postdoctoral fellows and up to five visiting fellows in History and Philosophy of Physics. The first postdoc position, which is part of the ERC “The Centre of Gravity” Project, is for three years and the second postdoc position, which is partially funded by the Volkswagen Foundation and partially by the Chair of Natural Philosophy and Philosophy of Science, is for three years with a possible extension for another three years. The visiting fellowships are for either one semester or the whole academic year. You would be joining a vibrant group for History and Philosophy of Physics in a beautiful city in the center of Europe.
The details of all three types of positions can be found below.
If you are interested in applying for one, two, or all three of these positions, then please send your complete application by email to [email protected] by January 7, 2024. Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) three letters of reference, which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above email address.
If you wish to apply for one of the postdoctoral positions or both, then please refer to the respective reference numbers that can be found on the web page of the Lichtenberg Group (see the above link). If you would like to be considered for one of the Heinrich Hertz visiting fellowships, then please note this in your cover letter; one file can serve for the application for all three positions.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Sascha Hilgert (phone +49 228 733967; [email protected]) if you need any more information.
The details of all three types of positions can be found below.
If you are interested in applying for one, two, or all three of these positions, then please send your complete application by email to [email protected] by January 7, 2024. Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) three letters of reference, which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above email address.
If you wish to apply for one of the postdoctoral positions or both, then please refer to the respective reference numbers that can be found on the web page of the Lichtenberg Group (see the above link). If you would like to be considered for one of the Heinrich Hertz visiting fellowships, then please note this in your cover letter; one file can serve for the application for all three positions.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Sascha Hilgert (phone +49 228 733967; [email protected]) if you need any more information.
Postdoc position (full-time) in “COGY Project” - Lichtenberg Group for History and Philosophy of Physics at the Institute of Philosophy University Bonn
The deadline for full consideration is January 7, 2024.
The Lichtenberg Group for History and Philosophy of Physics at the Institute of Philosophy is seeking a postdoctoral fellow (full time) with effect from 01.04.2024 or 01.10.2024 for an initial employment of three years. We invite applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in history and philosophy of physics. The advertised position is part of the ERC Consolidator grant “The Centre of Gravity Project” (PI: Dennis Lehmkuhl), which will investigate the Renaissance of General Relativity between 1955 and 1975, and how this era gave rise to entirely new mathematical methods, concepts — like that of a black hole — and ways of thinking about gravity and spacetime structure. The position can be taken up from 1 April 2024, but a later starting date is also possible.
The project combines tasks in history of physics, including extensive archival work, philosophy of physics, and mathematical relativity. Applicants with a background in all three fields, or a combination thereof, are warmly invited to apply. More details on the group, and further employment opportunities can be found at https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com.
Your tasks will include:
The University of Bonn is an international research university offering a broad range of subjects. With a 200-year history, some 35,000 students, more than 6,000 employees and an outstanding reputation in Germany and abroad, the University of Bonn is one of the leading universities in Germany and has been awarded the status of a University of Excellence.
If you are interested in this position, please send your complete application by email to [email protected] by 7 January 2024, quoting reference 3.2/23/109.
Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) three letters of reference, which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above email address.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Sascha Hilgert (phone +49 228 733967; [email protected]) if you need any more information.
The Lichtenberg Group for History and Philosophy of Physics at the Institute of Philosophy is seeking a postdoctoral fellow (full time) with effect from 01.04.2024 or 01.10.2024 for an initial employment of three years. We invite applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in history and philosophy of physics. The advertised position is part of the ERC Consolidator grant “The Centre of Gravity Project” (PI: Dennis Lehmkuhl), which will investigate the Renaissance of General Relativity between 1955 and 1975, and how this era gave rise to entirely new mathematical methods, concepts — like that of a black hole — and ways of thinking about gravity and spacetime structure. The position can be taken up from 1 April 2024, but a later starting date is also possible.
The project combines tasks in history of physics, including extensive archival work, philosophy of physics, and mathematical relativity. Applicants with a background in all three fields, or a combination thereof, are warmly invited to apply. More details on the group, and further employment opportunities can be found at https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com.
Your tasks will include:
- To participate fully in the research life of the Lichtenberg group and the Institute of Philosophy, conducting research both autonomously and in collaboration with the PI and the rest of the group, leading to peer reviewed publications and conference presentations, and participating in conferences, research groups, and outreach activities.
- Do extensive research in the relevant archives and contribute to oral history interviews.
- To teach one seminar per semester (90 minutes per week), on topics of your own choosing, at undergraduate and/or graduate level.
- To take part in the administration and organisation of activities by the Lichtenberg group, in liaison with Prof. Lehmkuhl.
- PhD in history of physics, philosophy of physics, or physics conferred within one year of the start of the position. All PhD requirements must be completed by the starting date of the position.
- Native speaker or near-native command of the English language. Additional languages, especially German, French, Polish and/or Russian would be an advantage for some of the archival work.
- Motivated, flexible, team oriented and interested in continued professional development.
- Work in one of the largest and most vibrant groups for history and philosophy of physics in Europe.
- A research budget for travel to national and international conferences
- Remuneration in accordance with TV-L pay grade 13, comprehensive health insurance and pension system.
The University of Bonn is an international research university offering a broad range of subjects. With a 200-year history, some 35,000 students, more than 6,000 employees and an outstanding reputation in Germany and abroad, the University of Bonn is one of the leading universities in Germany and has been awarded the status of a University of Excellence.
If you are interested in this position, please send your complete application by email to [email protected] by 7 January 2024, quoting reference 3.2/23/109.
Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) three letters of reference, which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above email address.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Sascha Hilgert (phone +49 228 733967; [email protected]) if you need any more information.
Postdoc position (full-time) in Lichtenberg Group for History and Philosophy of Physics at the Institute of Philosophy University Bonn
The deadline for full consideration is January 7, 2024.
Starting on 1 October 2024 and a fixed-term contract for three years with the possibility of an extension for three more years, the Institute of Philosophy is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow (full-time). We invite applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in history and philosophy of physics. The position will provide an outstanding early-career scholar with unique opportunity to pursue research in collaboration with the other members of the Lichtenberg group in integrated history and philosophy of physics at the University of Bonn. More details on the group, and further employment opportunities, can be found at https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com/.
Your tasks:
If you are interested in this position, please send your complete application by email to [email protected] by 7 January 2024, quoting reference 3.2/23/110.
Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) three letters of reference, which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above email address.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Sascha Hilgert (phone +49 228 733967; [email protected]) if you need any more information.
The deadline for full consideration is January 7, 2024.
Starting on 1 October 2024 and a fixed-term contract for three years with the possibility of an extension for three more years, the Institute of Philosophy is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow (full-time). We invite applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in history and philosophy of physics. The position will provide an outstanding early-career scholar with unique opportunity to pursue research in collaboration with the other members of the Lichtenberg group in integrated history and philosophy of physics at the University of Bonn. More details on the group, and further employment opportunities, can be found at https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com/.
Your tasks:
- To participate in the research life of the Lichtenberg group and the Institute of Phi-losophy
- To teach two seminars per semester (90 minutes per week each), on topics of your own choosing, at undergraduate and/or graduate level
- To take part in the administration and organisation of activities by the Lichtenberg group and the chair of natural philosophy and philosophy of science
- PhD in history and/or philosophy of science with AOS philosophy of physics, or in Physics with some experience in philosophy. All PhD requirements must be com-pleted by the starting date of the position
- Native speaker or near-native command of the English language. Knowledge of Ger-man is not required but would be an advantage
- Motivated, flexible, team oriented and interested in continued professional develop-ment
- Work in one of the largest and most vibrant groups for history and philosophy of physics in Europe
- The possibility of a habilitation
- Generous funding for conference travel, a personal computer, and other research expenses
- Remuneration in accordance with TV-L pay grade 13, comprehensive health insurance and pension system.
If you are interested in this position, please send your complete application by email to [email protected] by 7 January 2024, quoting reference 3.2/23/110.
Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) three letters of reference, which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above email address.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Sascha Hilgert (phone +49 228 733967; [email protected]) if you need any more information.
The Heinrich Hertz Fellowship in History and Philosophy of Physics
We are inviting graduate students, PhD students and postdoctoral scholars to apply for the Heinrich Hertz Fellowships designed to allow to work on any topic in the history and philosophy of physics. Applications close on January 7, 2024.
More information here: https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com/heinrich-hertz-fellowship.html.
We are inviting graduate students, PhD students and postdoctoral scholars to apply for the Heinrich Hertz Fellowships designed to allow to work on any topic in the history and philosophy of physics. Applications close on January 7, 2024.
More information here: https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com/heinrich-hertz-fellowship.html.