Postdoctoral Researcher Sociology (f/m/d)

Universität Heidelberg
📍 Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 03, 2026

Job Description

Postdoctoral Researcher Sociology (f/m/d)

The Max Weber Institute of Sociology at Heidelberg University invites applications for a position (100%), starting at the latest on 1.4.2026 for a period of four years:


The position is affiliated with the Chair for Empirical Macrosociology (Koenig) and offers the opportunity for academic qualification (R2), preferably in the fields of religion, migration, and/or human rights.


  • You will develop and carry out your independent research project
  • You will contribute to teaching in sociology (teaching load is 4 hours per week during the semester) and to supervision of undergraduate theses
  • You will cooperate with the Chair’s research team and within the MWI
  • The following qualifications are required for this position:

  • You have obtained an excellent MA degree in sociology or a neighboring field
  • You have recently completed your doctoral dissertat...
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    Job Details

    • Location Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Life Scientists
    • Posted Date July 03, 2026
    • Application Deadline August 12, 2026