37.978, Jobs: English; Discourse Analysis, General Linguistics, Pragmatics: Post-doc Position in English Linguistics, 60%, University of Basel, English Division

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Date: 10-Mar-2026
From: Kathrin Eckerth - Administration Prof. Miriam Locher [sek-mlps-englsem at unibas.ch]
Subject: English; Discourse Analysis, General Linguistics, Pragmatics: Post-doc Position in English Linguistics, 60%, University of Basel, English Division


Job Location: Basel, Switzerland
Web Address: https://english.philhist.unibas.ch/en/
Job Title: Post-doc Position in English Linguistics, 60%
Job Rank: Post Doc

Minimum Education: Excellent, linguistically oriented degree (MA/PhD)
in the field of English linguistics (or, if applicable, comparative
linguistics).

Specialty Areas: Discourse Analysis; General Linguistics; Pragmatics

Specialty Language(s): English (eng)

Description:
Post-doc position in English linguistics, 60%
Start: 1 August 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 tasks:
-       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
Application:
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)
Employment Period:
August 1, 2026 - Juli 31, 2028
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 at unibas.ch with the subject Post-doc in English
linguistics, Locher.

Application Deadline: 10-Apr-2026
Web Address for Applications:
https://jobs.unibas.ch/offene-stellen/post-doc-position-in-english-linguistics/02e000bb-765c-469c-bc53-a32160135744
Application Instructions:
Application:
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.
Contact Information:
        Kathrin Eckerth - Administration Prof. Miriam Locher
        Email: sek-mlps-englsem at unibas.ch



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