PhD Position in Media Ecology And Contemporary Media Cultures, University of Oldenburg, Germany

Summary

The Institute for Art and Visual Culture at the Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg is recruiting a doctoral research assistant (50% TV-L E13) in the Media Studies section for a fixed term of 3 years starting April 1, 2027. The successful candidate will participate in research focused on media ecology and contemporary media cultures, fulfill teaching duties of 2 hours per week in the BA program 'Art and Media', and perform academic service duties. Applicants must hold an above-average university degree in media, film, or cultural studies (or a related field) with a focus on media ecology or contemporary media cultures. Applications including a CV, certificates, and an exposé or sample chapter must be submitted by December 7, 2026.

Key Facts

Employer	University of Oldenburg
Department	Institut für Kunst und visuelle Kultur (Fakultät III – Sprach- und Kulturwissenschaften)
Position Type	PhD
Discipline	Media Studies
Research Area	Media Ecology and Contemporary Media Cultures
Degree Required	Master degree or equivalent university degree in media, film, or cultural studies, or a related discipline
Experience	Experience organizing academic events/proposals and teaching experience in media, film, or cultural studies are desirable.
Salary	E13 TV-L (50%)
Funding	TV-L E13 salary (50%)
Contract Duration	3 years
Deadline	2026-12-07
Required Documents	Curriculum Vitae, Degree certificates, Exposé or sample chapter of the dissertation project, List of publications (if applicable), List of university courses taught (if applicable)
Employer Contact	Prof. Dr. Petra Löffler
Employer Address	Ammerländer Heerstraße 114–118, 26129, Lower Saxony

About the Project

The research associated with this position focuses on media ecology and contemporary media cultures. Candidates are expected to pursue their own doctoral research project, preferably addressing topics related to media ecology, geopolitics, or media practices within the Department of Media Studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in research on media ecology and contemporary media cultures
• Provide academic service in the field of media studies
• Deliver teaching in the BA program 'Art and Media' (currently 2 hours per week per semester) and supervise students
• Participate in university self-governance
• Pursue further academic qualification (PhD thesis)

Required Skills

• Completed university degree (minimum grade 'good') in media, film, or cultural studies or a related field
• Focus in media ecology or contemporary media cultures
• Dissertation project proposal related to media ecology, geopolitics, or media practices (desirable)
• Experience organizing academic events or proposals (desirable)
• Teaching experience in media, film, or cultural studies (desirable)

Who Should Apply

Candidates holding a university degree (graded at least 'good') in media, film, or cultural studies, or a related discipline, with a background in media ecology or contemporary media cultures. Candidates with a dissertation project relating to media ecology, geopolitics, or media practices, as well as prior teaching or academic event organization experience, are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Integration into a dynamic work area
• Opportunities for individual further training and qualification (PhD)
• Diverse opportunities to participate in teaching and research projects

About the Employer

The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg is a German university located in Oldenburg. Its Institute for Art and Visual Culture belongs to Faculty III – Humanities and Cultural Studies. The university aims to increase the proportion of women in research and prioritizes severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is December 7, 2026.

When does the position start?

The position starts on April 1, 2027.

What is the working time and salary scale?

The position is a 50% part-time post remunerated according to the E13 TV-L scale.

How long is the contract duration?

The contract is fixed-term for a duration of 3 years.

Who should I contact if I have questions about the position?

You can contact Prof. Dr. Petra Löffler for questions regarding the position.