Vacancy at the IfK

Within the Cluster of Excellence REC², the Chair of Science and Technology Communication offers a position as Research Associate (m/f/x) starting July 30, 2026.

The position is a maternity and later paternal leave cover and limited until probably 08.01.2028. The position comprises 52.5% of the regular weekly working time (21 hours) working in the Cluster of Excellence REC² and 47.5% of the regular weekly working time (19 hours) working at the Chair of Science and Technology Communication.

Tasks:

• scientific research activities, including but not limited to literature review, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis as well as the design, organization, and discussion of transdisciplinary, participatory formats
• presentation at inter-/disciplinary workshops and conferences and publication of research results
• for inter-/disciplinary audiences in the fields of Communication Science and adjacent fields
• coordinative tasks and project management
• academic self-administration
• teaching commitment in accordance with HSDAVO
• exchange and collaboration with a diverse team of scientists from the REC² Cluster, in particular
• with those from natural sciences and engineering

Requirements:

• a university degree (Master, if applicable with PhD) in Communication Science or adjacent fields
• excellent command of German and English, both written and spoken

We offer:

• an interesting and diverse role at a well-connected institute that conducts interdisciplinary and methodologically diverse research
• flexible working hours to support work–life balance
• a wide range of professional development and continuing education opportunities
• In REC² you will join a team of enthusiastic scientists who pursue creatively their individual research agenda inspired by the cluster’s innovative approach and support. Your research will be fostered by the REC² philosophy to promote aspiring researchers.

Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by June 3, 2026 to .

More details in the complete job advertisement: job advertisement ID 12804, Vacancy ID 12804