Application

Vacancy

The German Research Foundation (DFG)-funded Research Training Group 2686 at the University of Bremen is searching for a research fellow (doctoral candidate) (f/m/d) in pay grade EG 13 TV-L, working 75% of the regular weekly working hours (29.4 hours per week), with a fixed-term contract until May 31, 2028.

We invite you to apply for a position focusing on German medieval studies and early modern history up to the end of the 16th century.

Job posting A099-26 | Full version (German) | U Bremen

To apply, please use the application form below. Please download the PDF and send the required documents listed there, quoting reference number A099-26, by June 30, 2026, as a single PDF file to the email address or mailing address provided. Please include the completed application form on page 2 as the cover sheet for your application.

Application Form (German)

Support Structures

The coordinator of the RTG 2686 is a point of contact in all matters and supports the RTG’s fellows with advice.

The Welcome Center (www.uni-bremen.de/en/research-alliance/welcome-center) is the first point of contact for international fellows; they will support you when relocating to Bremen. Fellows are supplied with information on visa and entry, living in Bremen, relocating with your family, and much more.