The Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science is hiring for 2–3 Postdoctoral Researchers and 2–3 Doctoral Researchers: Apply Now!
Closing Date: 20 April 2026
The Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science is hiring for 2–3 Postdoctoral Researchers and 2–3 Doctoral Researchers: Apply Now!
Overview
The Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science in Göttingen conducts interdisciplinary research into pressing issues of social and political change, with a particular focus on conflict, inequality, the erosion of democracy and processes of social transformation. At the Institute, the Department of Inequality, Transformation and Conflict is inviting applications for 2-3 positions of Postdoctoral Researchers (m/f/d) and 2–3 Doctoral Researchers (m/f/d).
Postdoctoral Researchers (m/f/d)
(Full time for three years with a starting date as earliest as possible, but latest September 1st 2026)
The Department of Inequality, Transformation and Conflict (ITC), under the direction of Professor Steffen Mau, conducts research in the research areas of social change and transformation, inequality and social structure, social and political conflict and migration and borders. Applicants should have their research focus on at least one of the research areas.
Your tasks:
- Conduct independent and collaborative research projects within the thematic scope of the department.
- Publish research findings in high-quality, peer-reviewed academic journals.
- Develop research proposals and contribute to ongoing research projects.
- Organize and participate in academic workshops, conferences and seminars.
- Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the institute and with external partners.
Therefore, regular presence at the institute is required.
Your profile:
- PhD degree preferable in Sociology, but also applications from closely related disciplines are welcome.
- Excellent academic publication records appropriate to career stage.
- Strong analytical and methodological skills (quantitative and/or qualitative).
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an international and interdisciplinary research environment.
The Offer:
- A full-time position for a period of three years in a stimulating and internationally renowned research environment.
- Employment according to the collective wage agreement for the German public service (TVöD Bund, EG 13 / EG 14), depending on qualifications and experience.
- Excellent opportunities for academic development, international networking, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Doctoral Researchers (m/f/d)
(For three years with a starting date September 1st 2026).
The Department of Inequality, Transformation and Conflict (ITC), under the direction of Professor Steffen Mau, conducts research in the research areas of social change and transformation, inequality and social structure, social and political conflict and migration and borders. Applicants should have their research focus on at least one of the research areas.
Your tasks:
- Conduct independent and collaborative research projects within the department’s thematic scope
- Publish research findings in high-quality, peer-reviewed academic journals
- Develop a research proposal and pursue a PhD degree
- Organize and actively participate in academic workshops, conferences, and seminars
- Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the institute and with external partners; therefore, regular on-site presence at the institute is required
Your profile:
- MA degree preferable in Sociology, but also applications from closely related disciplines are welcome
- Strong analytical and methodological skills (quantitative and/or qualitative)
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Ability to work in an international and interdisciplinary research environment
The Offer:
- A position (full time) for a period of three years in a stimulating and internationally renowned research environment
- Employment according to the collective wage agreement for the German public service (TVöD Bund) at 75 % of a full time position in pay grade EG 13
- Excellent opportunities for academic development, international networking, and interdisciplinary collaboration
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the recruitment portal below and should include the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
- Cover letter describing your research interests and motivation
- Names and contact details of two referees
- One or two selected academic publications or writing samples
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