Since April 2020, the Research Training Group Media Anthropology (GRAMA) at the Bauhaus-University Weimar has been dedicated to researching media-related transformations in human experience, practice and modes of existence. Due to the pervasive influence of digital and other media on almost all areas of life, the relationships between human experience, action and media have become problematic in a number of ways. This situation requires a media anthropological perspective that foregrounds relational and operative dimensions of both mediality and the various modes of human existence. The GRAMA explores these topics informed by a media philosophical perspective and the study of cultural techniques and with a specific interest in the media operations and aesthetic milieus that entangle humans and media. Detailed information about the research and work of the GRAMA can be found here: https://www.uni-weimar.de/grama.

Responsibilities:

Postdoctoral researchers at the GRAMA are expected to pursue their own research project. The GRAMA funds two different career phases of postdocs: First, advanced research projects (e.g. habilitation, 2nd monograph) on a topic relevant to media anthropology that can be expected to be completed within the duration of the position; second, media anthropological research and habilitation projects that are still in the early stages and can be developed to further maturity within the duration of the position. The postdoctoral fellows will support the work of GRAMA by actively participating in its research and study program as well as in its steering committee. They will accompany the doctoral candidates in an advisory capacity. They have the opportunity to implement their own formats and events. The positions do not include mandatory teaching assignments. However, it is possible to get involved in teaching.

Requirements:

Applicants should have completed a doctorate on a relevant topic with excellent grades and should demonstrate a strong aptitude for academic work. Applications should include a CV, copies of diplomas and certificates, a letter of motivation and an abstract of the research project (3–5 pages plus references and timeline). The abstract should clearly describe the topic, research questions and methodology of the project and explain its connection to the overall research of the GRAMA. It should also sum up the current status of the project and include a timeline. The primary working language at GRAMA is German. The research projects can however be conducted and written in English. Excellent command of German and English is required.

The Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is committed to providing a family-friendly, non-discriminatory work environment and operates under a personnel policy that promotes equality. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and professional histories. One of the university’s strategic goals is to increase the proportion of women. We therefore expressly invite qualified women to apply for the position. Individuals with disabilities will receive preferential treatment if other qualifications are the same.

Application:

Please submit your complete applications, preferably in PDF format (one document including all attachments), by February 28, 2023, using the subject: M/GRAMA-02/23

E-Mail: christiane.lewe@uni-weimar.de

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Fakultät Medien
Graduiertenkolleg Medienanthropologie
99421 Weimar

Interviews: 2023-03-17