Head of the Research Centre for Humanities (m/f/o)

Research Centre for Humanities operates in the fields of literary studies, cultural history and digital humanities. The approaches are mutually complementary – comparative literary historical research enables reflection on the complexity of human communication and forms of coexistence, cultural history expands historical research to the level of cultural practices, and we understand digital humanities as a critical analysis of and reflection on the methods used in the humanities in the context of the advancing digitalisation of culture and communication media.
We are looking for a highly motivated colleague who will assume leadership of the centre and guide its future development to reflect the university’s strategic objectives. We are seeking candidates interested in pursuing a rewarding research and academic career at the University of Nova Gorica, in a dynamic research environment with strong ties to the international research arena.

To be considered for the position, you should:

• have a doctorate in one of the centre’s core fields;
• meet the requirements for leading research projects;
• have good organisational and leadership skills;
• have at least five years’ work experience;
• have a knowledge of Slovenian and English to C1 level.

The following must be enclosed to your application:

• a curriculum vitae;
• proof that you meet the requirements;
• a list of scholarly and specialist publications;
• a cover letter with a brief description of your vision for developing the Research Centre for Humanities in the international sphere;
• contact details for references.

The selected candidate will be offered a full-time position for an initial period of four years, which may be extended. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to submit details of their vision for the centre.

Applications are accepted electronically at the email address careers@ung.si, until 28. 2. 2025.

The application should be sent as a single attachment to the email in PDF format.

Contact

Tea Stibilj Nemec
phone: +386 5 6205 822
e-mail: careers@ung.si