2 Doctoral positions

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(1+3 years, SNSF Project 'CITE'), Candidates are expected to have successfully completed an MA degree (or equivalent) in Classics / Latin and/or Greek Literature. An interest in the study of indirect traditions, ancient critical practice and textual transmission is desirable. Candidates will pursue a wide range of interests in Latin and Greek literature and value interdisciplinary approaches and dialogue with colleagues and students; ability to work collegially within an international team is essential. Proficiency in German and English is desirable.

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The full-time positions will commence on 1 September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter and will be available for four years (with a one year probation period)., The Department of Ancient Civilizations offers a stimulating research environment in a friendly and open atmosphere. The post-holder will have an attractive office space with full access to the University's excellent infrastructure as well as the resources of the University Library and the departmental library, Bibliothek Altertumswissenschaften, a leading research library for the study of the ancient Mediterranean cultures and Graeco-Roman literature. They will be expected to enrol as PhD students with the University of Basel and to join the interdisciplinary Doktoratsprogramm der Basler Altertumswissenschaften. They will profit from regular interchange with the project teams both in Basel and in Cambridge. The Basel Department regularly hosts visiting scholars (e.g. through the Basel Fellowships in Latin Literature) and is a centre of scholarly exchange both nationally and internationally. The successful candidates will be offered an attractive remuneration package (salary, social benefits) in accordance with the guidelines of the University, with access to the University's rich programme of Continuing Education, Language Teaching and University Sports.

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Applicants should submit their complete application dossier (cover letter, CV, list of publications, relevant academic transcripts and diplomas) via the online application portal of the university by 19 January 2025 (see button below). Candidates should name two referees who could provide reference letters upon request. Applications not submitted via the online application portal of the university or incomplete applications will not be considered. Questions about the position may be addressed to Prof. Scheidegger Laemmle (Diese E-Mail-Adresse ist vor Spambots geschützt! Zur Anzeige muss JavaScript eingeschaltet sein., academic enquiries) or our HR Team (Diese E-Mail-Adresse ist vor Spambots geschützt! Zur Anzeige muss JavaScript eingeschaltet sein., formal/administrative enquiries). Apply www.unibas.ch