Konstanz, Germany Offer Summary
The University of Konstanz in Germany invites applications for a full‑time, fixed‑term (three years) post‑doctoral researcher (E 13 TV‑L) in the Department of Politics and Public Administration. The role, starting January 2027, supports the research project “Radical Technological Change and the Welfare State,” examining how AI and the green transition influence labour markets and public attitudes toward welfare policies. Responsibilities include qualitative case studies, expert interviews, focus groups, data analysis, and dissemination of findings. Applicants should hold a PhD in political science, sociology, social policy or a related field, with experience in qualitative methods and strong German and English communication skills. The university offers an international research environment, career support, and a family‑friendly, diversity‑conscious workplace. Applications are due by 6 September 2026.
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Project Description
Post-doctoral Researcher
(fulltime, E 13 TV-L, fixed-term three years )
Reference no.: 2026/140. The preferred starting date is January1st 2027. The position is initially available until December 31st 2029.
The University of Konstanz is a dynamic and internationally successful research university with approximately 10,000 students. The campus university’s architecture promotes interdisciplinary cooperation and a sense of community among researchers, lecturers and students. The University of Konstanz has been continuously funded by the German Excellence Strategy since 2006.
The advertised postdoctoral position is affiliated with the Chair of Comparative Political Economy (Prof. Dr. Marius R. Busemeyer) in the Department of Politics and Public Administration. The position is part of the research project Radical Technological Change and the Welfare State: Consequences and Interactions Reflected in Public Opinion, funded by DIFIS and led by Prof. Dr. Marius Busemeyer. The project examines the interplay between radical technological change and social policy decision-making processes. It investigates how the AI revolution and the green transition affect labour market outcomes and individual attitudes toward the welfare state. It also explores the role of welfare-state policies in fostering public support for technological change.
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting qualitative case studies and designing and carrying out expert interviews and focus groups. The role also involves contributing to the overall development of the project through close collaboration with other members of the research team, as well as presenting and disseminating research findings.
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We look forward to receiving your application via our Online Application Portal by September 6, 2026.
Applications should include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, and a writing sample. Questions can be directed to Dr. Elisabetta Girardi via e-mail: elisabetta.2.girardi@uni-konstanz.de.
The University of Konstanz is committed to ensuring an environment that provides equal opportunities and promotes diversity, as well as a good balance between university and family life. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to increase the number of women working in research and teaching. We also support working couples through our dual career programme. Persons with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (contact sbv@uni-konstanz.de, + 49 7531 88-4016).