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The Orientalische Seminar offers a PhD position in ERC "The Global Qur'an"Part-time position (65 %), Start-date: 01.11.2020Dealine : 30 juin 2020Consider making the switch to the University of Freiburg: It is one of the most renowned and strongest research universities in Germany, with a history spanning more than 500 years. You'll engage in top-notch research and teaching with a unique spectrum of disciplines, perspectives, and people - right in the heart of one of Germany's most beautiful cities. The University of Freiburg's human resources policy is oriented toward the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. The university is committed to the goal of creating a family-friendly university.The ERC funded project „  at the Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg invites applications to fill a 48-month PhD researcher position. The successful applicant has a background in Islamic Studies, anthropology, or a relevant philological or historical discipline. They will develop and conduct a research project that focusses on the modern history and present-day use of French Qur’an translations and that includes fieldwork in a French-speaking Muslim community. The PhD candidate will be part of a diverse team that studies Qur’an translations from different perspectives and in various languages and regions of the world.Applicants should be fluent in English and French and familiar with Qur’anic Arabic. Their MA (or equivalent) degree needs to be completed before the start of their work contract. The 48-month term ideally begins November 1, 2020 but the start date is negotiable. Residence in Freiburg for at least part of the project is expected.They will receive office space and have access to funds covering their research needs, including field work and participation in international conferences.To apply, please send a C.V. containing information on your language skills and a research statement (c. 1 page) describing your envisaged contribution to the research area outlined above. Review of applications will begin on June 15 and continue until the position is filled.The salary will be determined in accordance with TV-L E13.We are particularly pleased to receive applications from women for the position advertised here.Please send your application in English including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00001053, by 30.06.2020 at the latest. Please send your application to the following address in written or electronic form:Universität Freiburg Orientalisches SeminarPlatz der Universität 3D-79085 FreiburgGermanyE-Mail:johanna.pink@orient.uni-freiburg.deFor further information, please contact Frau Prof. Dr. Johanna Pink on the phone number +49 761 203-3154 or E-Mail johanna.pink@orient.uni-freiburg.de.General and legal remarks:Full-time positions may generally be split up into two or more part-time positions, provided that there are no formal or legal barriers. Candidates are selected in accordance with the provisions of the AGG (Allgemeines Gleichbehandlungsgesetz - German General Equal Treatment Act).Applicants with disabilities (Schwerbehinderte Menschen) will be given preferential consideration in case of equal qualification.The department offering the position is liable for the content of this job posting. Textual errors do not constitute a basis for any claims or rights. The relevant human resources department has sole responsibility for all legal transactions made within the context of the selection and hiring process.Please note that breaches in privacy and unauthorized access by third parties cannot be excluded in communication by unencrypted email. 