Post-doc position in English linguistics, 60%

University of Basel, Switzerland

Updated: 12 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 10 Apr 2026

9 Apr 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Basel
Research Field

Language sciences » Languages
Language sciences » Other
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Application Deadline

10 Apr 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)
Country

Switzerland
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

As of August 1, 2026, the Department of Languages and Literatures of the University of Basel (English division, Prof. Miriam Locher) is seeking to fill a 60% post-doc position in English linguistics. The position is intended for further academic qualification and is limited in duration (2+4 years).

  • Further academic qualification (second book or cumulative)
  • Two hours of teaching per week in English and/or general linguistics
  • Administrative tasks
  • Student advising, supervision of written work, examiner of oral and written exams in English linguistics
  • Play an active role in the departmental linguistics team


  • excellent, linguistically oriented degree (MA/PhD) in the field of English linguistics (or, if applicable, comparative linguistics)
  • Independence, initiative, ability to work in a team, commitment to the general interests of the linguistics team
  • Willingness to be present in Basel for at least two full days
  • Applications with a postdoctoral project are only possible with a completed doctorate


  • Opportunity for further academic qualification
  • Opportunity for higher education teaching (BA/MA English, BA/MA Language and Communication)
  • Diverse role in a dynamic environment at the University of Basel and the Hermann Paul School of Linguistics Basel-Freiburg
  • Terms of employment in accordance with the University of Basel's personnel and salary regulations


Employment Period:
August 1, 2026 - Juli 31, 2028
Application / Contact
Your application should include:

  • a cover letter describing your motivation to apply
  • a CV
  • a two-page outline of a possible research project
  • a one-page description of experience in applying/teaching different methodologies
  • if available, teaching assessments
  • copy of degrees
  • two letters of recommendation, ideally from an academic source
  • examples of relevant work (e.g., MA thesis, PhD)


Application deadline: April 10, 2026
Please apply through the eRecruiting Tool of the University. Unfortunately, applications submitted by other means cannot be considered. For questions, contact Kathrin Eckerth by email: sek-mlps-englsem@unibas.ch with the subject Post-doc in English linguistics, Locher.


Where to apply
Website
https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-basel/2026/post-doc-position-in-…

Requirements
Research Field
Language sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Language sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Additional Information
Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
University of Basel
Country
Switzerland
City
Basel
Postal Code
CH-4003
Street
Petersplatz 1
Geofield


Contact
City

Basel
Website

https://www.unibas.ch/en.html
Postal Code

CH-4003

STATUS: EXPIRED

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