Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d)

You are here: • University • The University as an Employer • Job Vacancies Job Vacancies Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) Collaborative Research Center 1342 “Global Dynamics of Social Policy” Classifications E 13 - full or part-time Reference number: A149-26 Closing date: 08/31/2026 Public vacancy At the University of Bremen, Collaborative Research Centre (SFB) 1342 "Global Dynamics of Social Policy", Subproject A05 (Project Lead: Prof. Dr. Michael Windzio), is seeking to fill the position of a Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) (Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in) at the earliest possible date. Salary Grade: TV-L 13 Working Hours: Full-time (39.2 hours/week) Contract Duration: Fixed-term until December 31, 2029 (pursuant to § 2 WissZeitVG) Note: Part-time employment is generally possible. Specific details can be arranged with the project lead if applicable. Job description The University as an Employer: With approximately 20,000 students and around 3,500 employees, the University of Bremen is a medium-sized university. It is among Germany’s top research universities in terms of third-party funding and research strength. About SFB 1342: The Collaborative Research Centre (SFB) 1342 "Global Dynamics of Social Policy" has been funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) since 2018. The third phase marks the capstone of this 12-year research program: • Phase I mapped the worldwide introduction of social protection programs and initiated the development of the Global Welfare State Information System (WeSIS). • Phase II captured differences in the inclusiveness and scope of social policy benefits, feeding this data into WeSIS. • Phase III builds on this foundation to examine the socioeconomic efficacy of social policy regarding the improvement of social conditions and the promotion of political integration.The SFB is structured into two main project areas: • Area A (6 projects): Focuses on the socioeconomic and political impacts of social policy in a global comparative perspective. • Area B (6 projects): Primarily addresses the political and socioeconomic consequences of social policy in selected countries or regions. • Information Infrastructure Project (INF): Provides a shared data and methodology platform.About Subproject A05: Subproject A05 deals with global cultural typologies derived from dimensions such as "self-expression vs. secularization" or "independent vs. interdependent selves". Against this background, standardized text analysis methods are used to examine normative educational ideals, educational policy preferences, and recommendations of international organizations, with a special focus on the Global South. Key Responsibilities: • Collaboration on joint theory development regarding universalist and multiculturalist discourses • Participation in developing a text classifier, as well as the organization, supervision, and execution of data annotation and text analysis • Co-authoring joint project publications • Assisting in the preparation of project reports • Supporting project-related research, organization, and administration Requirements • An outstanding university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Sociology, Political Science, Economics, or Psychology • An outstanding completed PhD with a focus on social or behavioral sciences Applicants in the final stage of their PhD will also be considered. Please note that presenting the doctoral degree certificate is a prerequisite for formal employment • Very good knowledge of quantitative empirical social research • Very good knowledge of standardized text analysis, text pre-processing (e.g., quanteda in R), and text analysis techniques (e.g., topic modeling and text classification) • Interest in analyzing global cultural typologies • Knowledge in the area of normative discourses surrounding liberalism, universalism, and multiculturalism General Information What we offer: • Salary: Depending on personal qualifications, an annual gross salary according to TV-L ranging between €57,112.44 (Pay Step 1) and €81,176.28 (Pay Step 6) for a full-time position. The individual pay step assignment will be determined by the university upon hiring, based on relevant professional experience. Additional benefits, such as the annual special payment ("Christmas bonus") and potential progression within the salary group, depend on this assignment and are governed by the TV-L regulations (specifically § 16 TV-L). For civil servants (Beamt:innen), remuneration is governed by the Bremen Remuneration Act (Bremisches Besoldungsgesetz) • Supplementary occupational pension scheme (VBL) for public sector employees. • 30 days of annual leave (based on a 5-day working week) • A diverse, forward-looking, and open workplace culture • Support from a collegial, motivated team with a positive working environment • Individual onboarding • Opportunities for professional development and further training • Work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime) and the option for mobile work/telecommuting (subject to operational frameworks) • Free social and family counseling services • Active occupational health management, including discounted rates for local sports clubs, fitness centers, and swimming pools (EGYM Wellpass) • Option to obtain a subsidized public transport ticket (Job-Ticket) • Numerous sports and cultural activities • Varied dining options in the university cafeterias (Mensen)Contact & Questions: For general questions regarding the selection process as well as content-related inquiries about the position, please contact: Prof. Dr. Michael Windzio – mwindzioprotect me ?!uni-bremenprotect me ?!.de How to Apply: Please send your application with complete and comprehensive documents (cover letter, CV, qualification certificates, transcripts) quoting reference number A149-26 by 31.08.2026 as one single PDF file via unencrypted email to: 📧 mwindzioprotect me ?!uni-bremenprotect me ?!.de and stieglitprotect me ?!uni-bremenprotect me ?!.de Or by post to: University of Bremen SFB 1342 / AG Windzio Postfach 330 440 28334 Bremen, Germany • Please note: Do not include photos in your application documents. • Please submit copies only (no folders), as we are unable to return application materials. • Data Protection Notice (GDPR): In accordance with Art. 6 GDPR in conjunction with § 12 BremDSGVOAG, §§ 85 et seq. BremBG, and § 15 AGG, your application documents will be stored until the expiration of the statutory period and destroyed thereafter. • Application costs cannot be reimbursed.We look forward to receiving your application! General Information: Open to unconventional approaches in research and teaching, the University of Bremen has maintained its character as a place of short distances for people and ideas since its founding 50 years ago. Combining a broad spectrum of disciplines, we stand for outstanding performance and high innovative potential. As an ambitious research university, we advocate for research-based learning and a strong interdisciplinary focus. We actively foster international research collaborations in a spirit of partnership. Today, around 23,000 people learn, teach, research, and work on our international campus. Across research, teaching, administration, and operations, we are firmly committed to the goals of sustainability, climate justice, and climate neutrality. Our "Bremen Spirit" is reflected in the courage to try new things, a supportive community, and mutual respect and appreciation. Through our academic profile and as part of the European YUFE network, we assume societal responsibility locally, in Europe, and globally. The university is family-friendly, diverse, and considers itself an international institution. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, and identity. The University of Bremen actively promotes the employment of women at all levels. Women are therefore explicitly encouraged to apply. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference in the case of essentially equal professional and personal suitability. Updated by: Team StellenausschreibungenRSSPrint page