Academic staff member

Organisation/Company Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Research Field Educational sciences » Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Other Positions Application Deadline 28 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 29,25 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number J199-2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

In the Department of Educational Science with a focus on media education (Faculty 02 - Social Sciences, Media, and Sports) isaposition as a research assistant available as part of the externally funded project "CODA – Mechanisms, Challenges and Development Needs of the ‘Education in the Digital World’ Coordination Initiative", led by Prof. Dr. Ulrike Krein.

• Contributing to the thematic and organisational implementation of the project
• Scientific analysis of the research questions addressed in the project, based on theoretical and empirical findings
• Planning and carrying out empirical data collection and analysis, particularly using qualitative methods
• Communicating with stakeholders within and outside the school system
• Documenting the progress of the project and assisting with reporting to the external funding body
• Preparation and dissemination of project results, particularly for academic journals, symposia and conferences, as well as other project-related dissemination formats
• A successfully completed scientific university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Educational Science, Social Sciences or a related field
• Very Good knowledge and practical experience in the field of qualitative and interpretative social research
• Experience collaborating on scientific research projects or externally funded projects
• Experience working with school staff or practitioners in the education sector is an advantage
• Excellent skills in structured academic work, as well as a high degree of organisational ability and independence
• Strong interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills

In addition to the general requirements according to public services law, applicants must meet the recruitment requirements stipulated in § 57 of the Hochschulgesetz of Rhineland-Palatinate.

Additional Information

• Secure and transparent remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement of the federal states as well as additional benefits such as an annual special payment and company pension scheme
• Flexible working hours, 30 days' vacation and fair rules for balancing work and family life
• Homeoffice - proportionate opportunity for mobile working
• We believe in success through a motivating and appreciative culture, equal opportunities and diversity. That is why we promote open exchange, respectful interaction and competent leadership.
• Participative and open working culture
• A wide range of offers for the development of your talents and perspectives
• extensive creative opportunities in a dynamic and team-oriented work environment
• Located close to the city center of Mainz, the campus is easily accessible by all means of transport and with our subsidised Germany-wide rail ticket, you have a lively and culturally diverse city within easy reach

You may only be employed in the civil service of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate if you can guarantee that you will uphold the free democratic basic order as defined in the Basic Law and the Constitution of Rhineland-Palatinate at all times.

Additional comments

The position is paid according to EG 13 TV-L and is to be filled immediately . The position is temporary for a fixed term until 03/31/2028.

JGU is diverse and welcomes qualified applications from people with varied backgrounds.

We aim to increase the number of women in the field of research and teaching and therefore encourage female researchers to apply.

People with severe disabilities and people with disabilities who are treated equally in accordance with Section 2 (3) SGB IX will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) is one of the largest universities in Germany. Thanks to its location in the Rhine-Main science region, the university can unfold to its full potential and showcase its innovative power and dynamism. Its status as a comprehensive university allows for multidisciplinary learning and teaching and has great potential for internationally renowned, interdisciplinary research. Almost all of its institutes are located on a single campus close to the Mainz city center – creating a lively academic culture for researchers, teaching staff, and students from every continent.

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