The ERC project “FEVER – Global Histories of (a) Disease”, based at the Department of
History, University of Heidelberg, is now recruiting a doctoral researcher. This five-year
project studies the prevalence of fever in the Atlantic World from 1750 and 1840,
explores the rich sensory experiences, practical dynamics, and theoretical controversies
pertinent to the disease. Led by Professor Stefanie Gänger, it commenced in October
2023, and is dedicated to creating a dynamic, family-friendly, and international research
environment. For more information about this project, please read: https://www.uni-
heidelberg.de/en/newsroom/erc-grant-for-heidelberg-historian.
Application deadline: 15 April 2024
Start date: 1 October 2024 at the latest
Salary: 65%, TV-L 13 salary level
Contract length: 4 years
The doctoral thesis should have a focus on the history of fever in Latin America and the
Caribbean over the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The doctoral researcher
is expected to make an intellectual contribution to the FEVER project by developing
their own research agenda, engaging in collaborative research, and contributing to the
organisation of workshops, lecture series, and conferences. There are no teaching
obligations associated with this post. Interested candidates are welcome to
contact Stefanie.Gaenger@zegk.uni-heidelberg.de and Yijie.Huang@zegk.uni-
heidelberg.de for more information before application.
Requirements:
an excellent degree in history or history of science and medicine (or evidence
that completion of such a degree is imminent)
knowledge of the history and language(s) of the envisioned area of study
excellent spoken and written English; working knowledge of German being an
asset, but not a requirement
the ability to play an effective and collegial role in the life and work of the ERC
project
Applications should include:
a cover letter
a research proposal (max. 3000 words)
a CV (max. 2 pages)
diplomas or certificates
an electronic copy of the applicant’s master’s thesis
names and contacts of two academic referees
Applications must be sent by 15 April 2024 to Stefanie.Gaenger@zegk.uni-
heidelberg.de in one collated PDF file. Excellent applicants will be invited to interviews
in late May 2024.
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