Research Associate for the Project “Cluster of Excellence Understanding Written Artefacts”

Universitat Hamburg

Posted: 21 July 2026 - Hamburg, Germany

About this opening

The Cluster of Excellence ‘Understanding Written Artefacts’ at Universität Hamburg is inviting applications for a postdoctoral researcher position. The successful candidate will pursue an independent research project focusing on written artefacts in precolonial Mesoamerica. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse team of researchers across various disciplines, contributing to collaborative research activities and academic publications. Candidates should hold a relevant university degree and demonstrate expertise in the study of pre-Hispanic written artefacts. Fluency in English and Spanish is required. The position is full-time and fixed-term, with a start date of January 1, 2027, and an end date of December 31, 2029.

Position details

  • Role area: postdoctoral researcher
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Humanities
  • Research topic: precolonial Mesoamerica
  • Language: Spanish
  • Start date: 1 January 2027