The Cluster of Excellence "Asia and Europe in a Global Context" at the University of Heidelberg is offering
2 PhD Scholarships (3 years)
within the Research Project
"Gloom Goes Global: Epistemologies and Ontologies of Melancholy between Europe and Asia".
The PhD students will be expected to develop his/her own subproject
within the Group's research profile. The Research Group focuses on the
study of melancholy as a historical-anthropological phenomenon and
scientific medical concept from a transcultural perspective. It will
explore influential narratives and perceptions of gloom as articulated
in various national and cultural contexts – in (Western) Europe, Russia
and East Asia (China and Japan) – since the middle of the 19th century,
and will examine their mutual penetration and transformation.
Candidates must hold an M.A. or equivalent in a relevant discipline of
the humanities or social sciences such as History, Cultural Studies,
Philosophy, Chinese, Japanese or Russian Studies. Proficiency in English
and at least one project-relevant language (Russian, Chinese or
Japanese) is required. A strong interest in transdisciplinary research
is essential. Knowledge of methods and theories in Transcultural Studies
and Cultural history is highly desired.
The scholarships will start on 1 January 2013. They are awarded for the
duration of three years. The scholarship includes a stipend of EUR 1,200
per month and access to travel funds.
Heidelberg University is an equal opportunity/affirmative-action
employer. In case of equality of qualification and suitability of
applicants, the applications made by female researchers will be given
preferential consideration. We also encourage explicitly applications
from disabled persons.
Applications must include a CV, academic transcripts, a proposal of the
planned PhD project (not more than three pages), and two letters of
recommendation. Complete applications are to be submitted electronically
by 30 November 2012, to the following address:
gruener@asia-europe.uni-heidelberg.de
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