The chair of International Political Theory, Prof. Darrel Moellendorf, Cluster of Excellence “The Formation of Normative Orders” at Goethe-University Frankfurt is offering a position as Research Associate (Post Doc) for 9 months beginning on 1 April 2018.

Eine Stelle als wissenschaftliche/-r Mitarbeiter/in

(E 13 TV-G-U, 100 %)

The appointment must be completed by 31 December 2018.

Applicants should have a PhD in philosophy or political theory and research interests in climate change and justice broadly construed. This includes areas such as, but not limited to, the right to sustainable development, justice in international climate institutions, ethics in climate change economics, intergenerational justice and climate change, the value of nature and climate change, and justice in climate engineering. A thorough knowledge of English is expected. Strong German language skills are highly desirable.

Applications should be submitted in English and should include a cover letter stating the applicant’s interest in the position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a writing sample, and the contact details of three references. The deadline for receipt of applications is 31 January 2018.

Exzellenzcluster Normative Ordnungen, Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main, Sekretariat Prof. Dr. Moellendorf, Max-Horkheimer-Str. 2, Hauspostfach EXC 14, 60323 Frankfurt, ellen.niess@normativeorders.net

Goethe University seeks to increase the number of female scientists and encourages them to apply. Disabled persons with comparable qualifications will be given preference.