Research Fellow in Microsociology
A part-time research and teaching position in microsociology at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, focusing on interdisciplinary social science research and doctoral qualification.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers with a master’s degree in sociology or demography, interested in microsociology, teaching, and doctoral studies in a prestigious German university setting.
Overview
This position at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin offers a part-time research fellowship in microsociology, combining research and teaching responsibilities within the Institute of Social Sciences. The role involves contributing to sociological and demographical research, assisting in BA and MA programs, and supporting doctoral qualification. Applicants should have a strong background in sociology or demography, with expertise in areas such as social inequality, life course, or quantitative/qualitative methods. The position is ideal for early-career researchers aiming to advance their academic careers while engaging in interdisciplinary social science research.
What you'll do
- Provide scientific support in research and teaching within sociology or demography fields
- Assist in teaching and coordination tasks for BA and MA programs in Social Sciences, including exam support
- Engage in tasks aimed at personal scientific qualification, including doctoral studies
- Contribute to research projects focused on social inequality, life course, and cross-national comparisons
- Collaborate on data collection and analysis for social science research projects
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in Sociology, Demography, or a related field (preferably with above-average academic performance)
Language: English (C1 level); German (A2 level)
Instruction: German and English
- Research focus and teaching experience in social inequality, life course, social demography, family studies, or cross-national comparison
- Proficiency in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
- Experience in collecting and analyzing social science data
- Strong written and spoken English proficiency (C1 level)
- Basic German language skills (A2 level)
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- No age limits or prior experience caps specified
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-21 (Europe/Berlin)
Submit a complete application via email as a single PDF file to gabi.sonnenberg@sowi.hu-berlin.de, referencing the job ID AN/196/26. Include a cover letter, CV, proof of qualifications, performance evaluations, and contact details for two references. Applications should be sent by the deadline.
- Cover letter
- Tabular curriculum vitae
- Proof of required qualifications (certificates, diplomas)
- Performance evaluations
- Contact details for two references
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