Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature

The School of Communication and Culture at Aarhus University invites applications for the position of assistant professor of comparative literature, based at the Department of Comparative Literature and Rhetoric.

The assistant professorship is a full-time, three-year appointment. Subject to the availability of funding, there may be an opportunity to apply for a subsequent associate professorship. The position will begin on 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The School of Communication and Culture is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified applicants to apply regardless of their personal background.

The position

We are seeking an innovative and dedicated applicant who will be expected to strengthen the international profile of comparative literature at Aarhus University and contribute to the university’s core activities: research, teaching and supervision, talent development and knowledge exchange. The degree...

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