University of Stuttgart

Professorship (W3) „Modern German Literature I“

Closes: Oct 10, 2026

Job Information

Organisation/Company: University of Stuttgart
Department: Faculty of Humanities
Research Field: Literature » Other
Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
Positions: Other Positions
Application Deadline: 10 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
Country: Germany
Type of Contract: Permanent
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

Professorship (W3) „Modern German Literature I“

INSTITUTE OF LITERARY STUDIES | AT THE EARLIEST CONVENIENCE

The University of Stuttgart is one of the leading technically oriented universities in Germany in one of Europe’s most vibrant high-tech and industrial areas. The university is a reliable employer, partner for technology transfer and is committed to the interdisciplinary integration of engineering, natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences based on the fundamentals of cutting-edge research at a disciplinary level.

The professor's position advertised here is to represent the entire spectrum of modern German literature in both research and teaching. A specialisation in literature from 1600 to 1850 and high-quality academic publications are required; expertise in literary theory, cultural studies or comparative (media) studies is desirable.

The holder of the professorship is expected to collaborate closely with the other divisions at the Institute of Literary Studies, to contribute to its major research fields as well as to those of the Faculty of Philosophy and History in general but also to engage in interfaculty cooperation.

Furthermore, participation in the Stuttgart Research Centre for Text Studies at the University of Stuttgart is desirable, as is a willingness to engage in close exchange with archives, libraries and other cultural institutions in the Stuttgart metropolitan region. A habilitation or equivalent post-doctoral qualifications in the field of modern German literature are required, as well as teaching experience appropriate to the position and of sufficient breadth.

The University of Stuttgart places particular emphasis on high-quality teaching, student support, and a corresponding level of commitment from teaching staff. Evidence of, or discernible potential for, outstanding teaching performance and active participation in the further development of the university’s existing courses are therefore expected. Experience with innovative teaching concepts as well as research-based teaching and learning is an asset. A willingness to pursue continuing education in university teaching is required.

We are searching for an individual who is distinguished by high-ranking scientific publications with international visibility.

For a qualitative assessment of your academic accomplishments, we kindly ask you to submit a short description of your three most important scientific achievements, which should be no longer than one page in total. Possible accomplishments may include, for example, those in the fields of research, teaching, science and society, knowledge and technology transfer, inventions and patents, software development or spin-offs.

The requirements for employment listed in § 47 and § 50 Baden-Württemberg university law (LHG) apply.

Written applications (including curriculum vitae, research and teaching concept, qualification papers and three selected publications) should be submitted online via https://berufungen.uni-stuttgart.de by 10.10.2026 addressed to Faculty of Humanities, Faculty Management. Please send postal applications to Universität Stuttgart, Berufungsmanagement, Keplerstraße 7, 70174 Stuttgart, Germany. If you have any questions about this call for applications, please contact Dr. Holger Müller (management@f09.uni-stuttgart.de).

The University of Stuttgart has established a Dual Career Program to offer assistance to partners of those moving to Stuttgart: https://uni-stuttgart.de/dual-career-en.

The University of Stuttgart is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from women are strongly encouraged. Disabled persons will be given preference in case of equal qualifications.

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