Doctoral Researcher in the History of Fever, 1750-1840 (Heidelberg, Germany)
Call for applications
The ERC project “FEVER - Global Histories of (a) Disease”, based at the Department of History, University of Heidelberg, is now recruiting a doctoral researcher. This five-year project studies the prevalence of fever in the Atlantic World from 1750 and 1840, explores the rich sensory experiences, practical dynamics, and theoretical controversies pertinent to the disease. Led by Professor Stefanie Gänger, it commenced in October 2023, and is dedicated to creating a dynamic, family-friendly, and international research environment. For more information about this project, please read: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/newsroom/erc-grant-for-heidelberg-historian.
Application deadline: 15 April 2024
Start date: 1 October 2024 at the latest
Salary: 65%, TV-L 13 salary level
Contract length: 4 years
The doctoral thesis should have a focus on the history of fever in Latin America and the Caribbean over the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The doctoral researcher is expected to make an intellectual contribution to the FEVER project by developing their own research agenda, engaging in collaborative research, and contributing to the organisation of workshops, lecture series, and conferences. There are no teaching obligations associated with this post. Interested candidates are welcome to contact Stefanie.Gaenger@zegk.uni-heidelberg.de and Yijie.Huang@zegk.uni-heidelberg.de for more information before application.
Requirements: an excellent degree in history or history of science and medicine (or evidence that completion of such a degree is imminent)
knowledge of the history and language(s) of the envisioned area of study
excellent spoken and written English; working knowledge of German being an asset, but not a requirement
the ability to play an effective and collegial role in the life and work of the ERC project
Applications should include:
- a cover letter
- a research proposal (max. 3000 words)
- a CV (max. 2 pages)
- diplomas or certificates
- an electronic copy of the applicant’s master’s thesis
- names and contacts of two academic referees
Applications must be sent by 15 April 2024 to Stefanie.Gaenger@zegk.uni-heidelberg.de in one collated PDF file. Excellent applicants will be invited to interviews in late May 2024.
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