Professorship in Applied Sociolinguistics and Media Linguistics, University of Bonn, Germany

Summary

The University of Bonn seeks a W2‑Professorship (Tenure‑Track) in Applied Linguistics with a focus on sociolinguistics and media linguistics. The successful candidate will hold an excellent PhD and a habilitation (or equivalent), have a strong publication record, and experience in university teaching. Responsibilities include research on theory and analysis of linguistic communication, especially digital and multimodal practices, development of new study programmes (including English‑language offerings), teaching, participation in academic self‑administration, and collaboration with the Bonn Center for Digital Humanities. The position emphasizes AI‑supported methods, computational humanities, and third‑party funding acquisition. Applications are due by 30 November 2026 and must be submitted via the university’s online portal. The university promotes an inclusive, family‑friendly environment.

Key Facts

Employer	University of Bonn
Department	Institut für Sprach-, Medien- und Musikwissenschaft
Position Type	W2-Professur (Tenure-Track)
Discipline	Applied Linguistics
Research Area	Sociolinguistics and Media Linguistics
Degree Required	PhD and Habilitation (or equivalent)
Experience	University teaching experience
Deadline	2026-11-30
Employer Contact	Prof. Dr. Jens Schröter ([email protected])
Employer Address	Regina-Pacis-Weg 3, 53113, North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Project

The professorship focuses on the theory and analysis of linguistic communication with a sociolinguistic and media‑linguistic perspective, emphasizing variation in multimodal practices and digital communication. The role includes advancing research on how language operates in digital media environments and integrating computational methods within the humanities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research on sociolinguistic and media‑linguistic aspects of digital communication
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, especially in the B.A. Sprache und Kommunikation in der Globalisierten Mediengesellschaft
• Develop new study programmes, including English‑language offerings
• Collaborate with the Bonn Center for Digital Humanities
• Apply for third‑party research funding
• Participate in academic self‑administration committees

Required Skills

• Research profile in theory and analysis of linguistic communication
• University teaching experience
• Affinity for AI‑supported methods
• Competence in Digital/Computational Humanities
• Willingness to cooperate with the Bonn Center for Digital Humanities
• Experience in third‑party funding applications
• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and research initiatives

Who Should Apply

Applicants should hold a PhD and a habilitation (or equivalent), have a proven research record in applied linguistics, sociolinguistics or media linguistics, and experience in university teaching. They should be interested in digital/computational humanities, AI‑supported methods, and be willing to develop new (including English‑language) programmes and participate in academic self‑administration. Experience in third‑party funding applications and interdisciplinary collaboration is desirable.

Benefits

• Open, inclusive and discrimination‑free university culture
• Family‑friendly policies and support for work‑life balance
• Preference for women and applicants with disabilities under NRW equality laws

About the Employer

The Rheinische Friedrich‑Wilhelms‑Universität Bonn is an international research university with around 31,500 students and over 6,000 staff. It has a long history of 200 years, a strong reputation domestically and abroad, and has been recognised as an Exzellenzuniversität. The university emphasises diversity, equal opportunity and family‑friendly measures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

30 November 2026

Which documents must be submitted?

Curriculum vitae, list of publications, copies of certificates, research profile statement, teaching concept, details of previous teaching activities, information on academic self‑administration participation, and information on third‑party funding applications.

Who can be contacted for questions?

Prof. Dr. Jens Schröter at [email protected]