Post-doc position in English linguistics, 60%
60%, Starting Date: 1.8.2026
As of August 1, 2026, the Department of Languages and Literatures of the University of Basel (English division, Prof. Miriam Locher) is seeking to fill a 60% post-doc position in English linguistics. The position is intended for further academic qualification and is limited in duration (2+4 years).
Your position
- Further academic qualification (second book or cumulative)
- Two hours of teaching per week in English and/or general linguistics
- Administrative tasks
- Student advising, supervision of written work, examiner of oral and written exams in English linguistics
- Play an active role in the departmental linguistics team
Your profile
- excellent, linguistically oriented degree (MA/PhD) in the field of English linguistics (or, if applicable, comparative linguistics)
- Independence, initiative, ability to work in a team, commitment to the general interests of the linguistics team
- Willingness to be present in Basel for at least two full days
- Applications with a postdoctoral project are only possible with a completed doctorate
We offer you
- Opportunity for further academic qualification
- Opportunity for higher education teaching (BA/MA English, BA/MA Language and Communication)
- Diverse role in a dynamic environment at the University of Basel and the Hermann Paul School of Linguistics Basel-Freiburg
- Terms of employment in accordance with the University of Basel's personnel and salary regulations
Employment Period:
August 1, 2026 - Juli 31, 2028
Application / Contact
Your application should include:
Application deadline: April 10, 2026
Please apply through the eRecruiting Tool of the University. Unfortunately, applications submitted by other means cannot be considered. For questions, contact Kathrin Eckerth by email: sek-mlps-englsem@unibas.ch with the subject Post-doc in English linguistics, Locher.
Your application should include:
- a cover letter describing your motivation to apply
- a CV
- a two-page outline of a possible research project
- a one-page description of experience in applying/teaching different methodologies
- if available, teaching assessments
- copy of degrees
- two letters of recommendation, ideally from an academic source
- examples of relevant work (e.g., MA thesis, PhD)
Application deadline: April 10, 2026
Please apply through the eRecruiting Tool of the University. Unfortunately, applications submitted by other means cannot be considered. For questions, contact Kathrin Eckerth by email: sek-mlps-englsem@unibas.ch with the subject Post-doc in English linguistics, Locher.
