Research Associate (75% Part-Time) | Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin m/w/d (29,8725 Std./Woche = 75 %)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Sep 10, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This Research Associate position, based in Germany, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the DFG-funded DIALOC research project focusing on empirical teaching-learning research within biology didactics. The role involves actively participating in the project, independently conducting a study, and analyzing empirical data. The successful candidate will also have the chance to present findings at national and international conferences and author publications in both German and English. This is an ideal role for someone with a background in biology education who is eager to pursue a doctoral degree, as the completion of a dissertation is explicitly encouraged. The position requires strong quantitative research skills, excellent German, and good English, alongside a proactive and team-oriented approach to scientific inquiry.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree in Biology Education (Lehramt im Fach Biologie)

Experience

  • Professional experience in empirical teaching-learning research (implied by project involvement)
  • Experience with quantitative-empirical research methods and statistical analysis (or willingness to learn)
  • Experience in conducting independent studies

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Dissertation within the scope of this position is explicitly desired; Part-time (75% / 29.8725 hours/week); Fixed-term contract for 3 years; Start date: November 1, 2025, or later.