Temporary Academic Advisor/Senior Researcher | Akademische*r Rat/Rätin auf Zeit (w/m/d)

Job Summary

This temporary academic position (initially 3 years, extendable) at the Institute for Foreign and International Private and Commercial Law at Heidelberg University involves significant teaching and research duties. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching 4 weekly semester hours (SWS) and is expected to actively pursue publication and lecturing activities, particularly focusing on completing a Habilitation (post-doctoral qualification). Daily tasks include supporting the Chair holder in research and teaching, and actively participating in cross-border research projects. Candidates must possess a qualified doctorate, good foreign language skills, and demonstrable research experience in areas such as Civil Law, International Private and Procedural Law, and Comparative Law. The role offers an excellent, innovative research environment and active support for academic career development within a collegial and international setting.