Postdoctoral Researcher @Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology

Overview

This postdoctoral research position at the Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge anthropological research focused on social change, governance systems, and global political transformations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, high-quality anthropological research.
• Design and carry out original primary research.
• Publish scholarly work in leading anthropology journals.
• Participate actively in departmental seminars and discussions.
• Contribute to academic outreach and institutional engagement activities.

Requirements

• Must hold a PhD in social and cultural anthropology or a closely related discipline.
• Strong research and publication potential.
• Experience in qualitative fieldwork or mixed-methods research.
• Ability to develop an independent research agenda.
• Alignment with the department’s thematic focus areas.

Benefits

• Dedicated research funding.
• Support for international conference participation.
• Access to a global academic network.
• A structured research environment within a leading institute.

Location

The position is based in Halle (Saale), Germany.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications electronically via the institute’s official vacancy portal, including a CV, summary of doctoral thesis, research project proposal, publication plan, copies of academic degrees, and contact details of two referees.

Deadline

Applications close on June 30, 2026.