Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (Doktorand:in) am Lehrstuhl für Gesellschaftsvergleich, Universität Mannheim – Deutschland

Summary

The Chair of Comparative Sociology (headed by Prof. Irina Kogan) at the University of Mannheim is offering a part-time doctoral research assistant position (75% FTE, TV-L E13) starting February 1, 2027. The fixed-term appointment is for 3 years. The position involves conducting research towards a PhD, teaching 3 hours per week in social structure analysis, assisting with research group projects, and participating in academic self-governance. Applicants must hold a Master's or university diploma in Sociology, Social Sciences, or a related discipline, with strong knowledge in relevant theories. The application deadline is October 31, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Chair of Comparative Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences
Position Type	PhD
Discipline	Sociology / Social Sciences
Research Area	Comparative analysis of the social structure of modern societies and its change, with focus on migration, social inequalities, education, labor market, and demography.
Degree Required	Master's degree or university diploma in Sociology/Social Sciences or a comparable discipline.
Experience	Very good knowledge and a strong interest in theoretical approaches.
Salary	Pay group 13 TV-L (75% part-time, 29.625 hours per week)
Funding	Pay group 13 TV-L salary
Contract Duration	3 years
Deadline	2026-10-31
Employer Address	A5, 6, Mannheim

About the Project

The position focuses on the comparative analysis of the social structure of modern societies and its change, with thematic emphasis on migration, social inequalities, education, the labor market, and demography within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Mannheim.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching social structure analysis in Bachelor's and Master's programs (3 teaching hours per week).
• Conducting personal scientific work, specifically completing a doctoral dissertation.
• Providing scientific services in research and participating in research group projects.
• Participating in academic self-governance and other university administrative duties.

Required Skills

• Successfully completed university degree (Master's or Diploma) in Sociology, Social Sciences, or a comparable discipline.
• Very good knowledge and a strong interest in theoretical approaches.

Who Should Apply

Candidates holding a Master's degree or university diploma in Sociology, Social Sciences, or a related field, who possess very good knowledge of relevant theories and wish to pursue a doctorate in comparative sociology.

Benefits

• Pay according to TV-L E13 (75% position).
• At least half of working time designated for completing a doctorate in part-time positions.

About the Employer

The University of Mannheim is a leading German university with around 12,000 students across five faculties. Its Faculty of Social Sciences focuses on theory-guided, empirically grounded, and quantitative methodologies across political science, psychology, and sociology.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is October 31, 2026.

When does the position start?

The position starts on February 1, 2027.

What is the contract duration and working time?

The position is fixed-term for 3 years at 75% part-time (29.625 hours per week).

What educational degree is required?

A completed Master's degree or university diploma in Sociology, Social Sciences, or a comparable discipline is required.