Doctoral Researcher in Assyriology/Ancient History - ERC Project: “Rewriting the End of Cuneiform Civilization”

Ludwig-Maximilians Universitat Munchen

Posted: 24 September 2026 - Munich, Germany

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The Institute for Assyriology and Hittitology at LMU Munich is seeking a Doctoral Researcher for the ERC project 'Rewriting the End of Cuneiform Civilization'. The role includes writing a dissertation on Localism and Cosmopolitanism in Hellenistic/Parthian Babylonia and contributing to project outputs. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Assyriology or a related field, experience with cuneiform tablets, and familiarity with digital tools. Fluency in English is required.

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  • Role: doctoral researcher
  • Employment type: part time
  • Research field: history
  • Research topic: Assyriology
  • Language: English
  • Start date: 1 December 2026
  • Application deadline: 16 October 2026