The Faculty
of Economics and Social Sciences and the Heidelberg Center for American Studies
at Heidelberg University invite applications
for a Full professorship (W3)
in "American Studies" (f/m/d) with an expected start date of April 1, 2028.
We are
looking for
excellent candidates from the social sciences (in particular,
sociology, political science, economics/economic history, or media studies)
with a strong focus on the United States.
Your
responsibilities:
The core
responsibilities of the professorship in
research and teaching are at the
Heidelberg Center for American Studies (HCA). The HCA is a central academic
institution of Heidelberg
University and brings together expertise on the US
from various disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. Applicants
should also
demonstrate the ability and willingness to serve as director of the
HCA.
Your
qualifications:
The
appointment
requires a university degree, a qualified doctorate, pedagogical
aptitude which is usually proven by teaching experience, and (in accordance
with Article 47, paragraph 2 of the Higher Education Law of the state of Baden-Württemberg)