Application Deadline: June 21, 2024 (23:59 CET, Europe/Zurich)
The Europainstitut of the University of Basel is inviting applications for a doctoral candidate in the field of global history (under the supervision of Professor Ralph Weber), starting on 1 September 2024 (or a start date by prior agreement).
Roles/Responsibilities
- Write a thesis in the context of the project “Historical Perspectives on Comparative Philosophy: A Digital Humanities Mapping Approach and Paul Masson-Oursel as Nodal Point for a Global History,” funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and focusing on the French philosopher Paul Masson-Oursel (1882–1956) and his work on comparative philosophy against the background of earlier discussions on the topic in India, particularly by Brajendra Nath Seal (1864–1938) and Virchand Raghavji Gandhi (1864–1901)
- Participation in the project activities, organization of workshops and readiness to do field work in France and India
- Active engagement with the interdisciplinary activities of the Institute (e.g. presentation of your research at Institute events) as well as with activities related to the academic administration of the Institute
Eligibility
- Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Philosophy with strong historiographical interests or in History with strong philosophical interests.
- Collegial and open-minded, work well independently, have a talent for organization as well as English (written and spoken) and French (reading) proficiency. Excellent reading knowledge of Bengali, Gujarati and/or Hindi is desirable.
- Proficient with MS Office.
- You can maintain your focus in the context of a lively Institute environment, and are willing and able to adapt your work schedule to the academic calendar.
Application Details
- Letter of application
- CV
- Copies of transcripts (or relevant evidence of degrees)
For further information about the application process, contact Professor Ralph Weber, ra*********@un****.ch.
