AdresseThe Hertie School in Berlin prepares exceptional students for leadership positions in government, business, and civil society. The school offers master’s programmes, executive education and doctoral programmes, distinguished by interdisciplinary and practice-oriented teaching, as well as outstanding research. Its extensive international network positions it as an ambassador of good governance, characterised by public debate and engagement. The school was founded in 2003 by the Hertie Foundation, which remains its major funder. The Hertie School is accredited by the state and the German Science Council.
We seek to fill the following position:
Research Associate (f/m/div) - Political Communication
part-time (15-20 hours per week).
The contract shall commence as of 01 March 2023 and is initially limited until 29 Februrary 2024.
Your tasks:
In cooperation with Professor Andrea Römmele, you will perform the following:
- Collaboration and editing of scientific contributions
- Content preparation for lectures, teaching activities and scientific contributions
- Briefings and content preparation for media appearances and contributions
- Conception of innovative communication formats in the field of science communication
- Research and editing for a book project on democratic futures
Your profile:
- Completed university studies (Master's degree or equivalent) with reference to the social sciences
- Strong writing skills and first experience in editing scientific texts
- Business fluent in German and fluent in written and spoken English
- Interest in topics of political sociology (parties, participation, elections, political communication, democracy) and willingness to deepen these independently
- Strong knowledge and ability to judge current political events and developments
- Good knowledge of MS Word and MS Powerpoint
- Ability to work independently
We offer:
A stimulating international and diverse environment in multiple areas of social science, high-quality teaching and public policy. The Hertie School is a vibrant academic community that emphasizes excellence in research and teaching as well as an interdisciplinary perspective. Our school has been certified as a family friendly work environment in higher education and an equal opportunity employer. Severely disabled applicants are given preferential consideration in the event of equal qualification.
Please send us your complete application (incl. CV, letter of motivation and references) via the Apply button. The application deadline is 31 January 2023..
For questions about the position, please contact Andrea Römmele, Dean of Executive Education and Professor of Communications in Politics and Civil Society.
