Professorship in English Literary Studies – 18th Century and Romanticism, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), Germany

Summary

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) invites applications for a temporary W2 Professorship (6 years) with Tenure Track in English Literary Studies, specifically focusing on the 18th century and Romanticism. The successful candidate will represent this field in both research and teaching. Desirable research priorities include book studies (18th-century print culture, materiality), poetry research, literary theory, connections between literature and history of science, as well as Digital Humanities methods. A comparative perspective relative to European Classicism or European Romanticism is also welcome. The position is structured as a temporary civil servant role for six years, which can be converted into a permanent tenure-track position upon positive evaluation after a minimum of three years. Exceptionally, promotion to W3 is possible under the LMU Academic Career Program. Applications from female and severely disabled candidates are strongly encouraged. Dual career support is provided.

Key Facts

Employer	Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)
Position Type	Tenure-track Assistant / Associate Professor
Discipline	Languages and Literature
Research Area	English Literary Studies, 18th Century and Romanticism
Degree Required	Completed university studies and an above-average doctorate or equivalent qualification
Experience	Demonstrated extraordinary potential for a further career in science through achievements in research and teaching
Salary	W2
Funding	Civil servant temporary status (W2 salary grade)
Contract Duration	6 years
Employer Address	Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1, 80539, Bavaria

About the Project

The position focuses on English Literary Studies with a special emphasis on the 18th century and Romanticism. Key research topics of interest include book studies (such as 18th-century print culture and materiality), poetry research, literary theory, interdisciplinary links between literature and the history of science, and Digital Humanities methods, ideally complemented by a comparative European perspective.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent English Literary Studies with a focus on the 18th century and Romanticism in research and teaching.

Required Skills

• Completed university studies and an above-average PhD or equivalent special qualification
• Demonstrated extraordinary potential for an academic career through research and teaching achievements
• Focus on English literature of the 18th century and Romanticism
• Experience in acquiring and managing third-party funded projects (desirable)

Who Should Apply

Highly qualified early-career researchers who hold a completed university degree and an above-average PhD (or equivalent qualification) and have demonstrated extraordinary potential for an academic career through achievements in research and teaching. Candidates with expertise in 18th-century English literature, Romanticism, and experience in acquiring third-party funding are ideal.

Benefits

• Tenure track option to convert temporary civil servant status into a permanent full professorship after a positive evaluation (earliest after 3 years)
• Possibility of promotion from W2 to W3 in exceptional cases under the LMU Academic Career Program
• Dual career support provided by LMU

About the Employer

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) is a German university seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the initial appointment?

The position is structured as a temporary civil servant status for a duration of six years.

Is there a tenure track option available?

Yes. Following a positive evaluation of professional, pedagogical, and personal aptitude, the position can be converted into a permanent professorship after at least three years.

Are there options for promotion to a higher salary grade?

Yes, under the LMU Academic Career Program, promotion from W2 to W3 is possible in special exceptional cases of outstanding performance in research and teaching.

Does LMU provide dual career services?

Yes, LMU offers support for dual-career couples.