Senior Professorship in Romance Linguistics & Spanish

Organisation/Company Leibniz Universität Hannover Department Dezernat 2 - Personal und Recht - 21.23 - Research Field Philosophy Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Positions Other Positions Final date to receive applications 6 Mar 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

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We strive for universality, diversity and interdisciplinarity. With more than 26,000 students, three Clusters of Excellence, 5,000 members of staff, over 150 institutes and an outstanding infrastructure, Leibniz University Hannover offers an innovative environment for top-level education and research in a comprehensive range of subjects.

The Faculty of Humanities invites applications for the following position of salary scale W3 NBesO starting as soon as possible:

University Professorship in Romance Linguistics/Spanish

The Position

• Significant contribution to the linguistic offerings in the degree programs of the Department of Romance Studies in the entire range of Romance Linguistics (BA/MA teacher training programs in Spanish) as well as the interdisciplinary Master's program (Atlantic Studies/History, Society, Culture)
• Leading role in shaping the linguistic and cultural studies teaching for all degree programs; strategic and innovative development of Romance Linguistics, incorporating Cultural Studies and other interdisciplinary options
• Strong commitment to acquiring third-party funding and initiating research collaborations, particularly within the framework of the “Atlantic World” research focus

Your Profile

• Outstanding research achievements in Romance/ Hispanic linguistics, socio- and discourse linguistics as well as a further focus in the area of transatlantic entanglements (with Latin America and/or the Caribbean)
• High-ranking publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Experience in the successful acquisition of third-party funding in individual procedures and/or the initiation of collaborative projects
• Use of modern socio- and discourse-linguistic methods in connection with current linguistic theory development
• Capacity and Commitment for collaboration with existing interdisciplinary and linguistic research at the Department of Romance Studies, the faculty of Humanities and the Leibniz University, in particular at the Center for Atlantic and Global Studies (CEAGS) within the framework of the faculty's research focus “Atlantic World”
• Ability to teach courses in German, Spanish and English

What we can offer you

LUH offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community combined with an exceptional standard of living in a modern city surrounded by nature. In addition, LUH provides numerous opportunities for further education and training as well as many services to support families . The Dual Career Service at LUH is aimed at the partners of newly-appointed professors and provides support with career perspectives in Hannover and the surrounding region.

As a central point of contact for international researchers, the Welcome Centre provides information, service and help on non-academic queries for you and your family concerning your stay in Hannover (e.g. official administrative procedures).

Leibniz University Hannover promotes equal opportunities, diversity and a balance between work and family life ( Equal Opportunities Office ). For this reason, female researchers are particularly encouraged to apply. Furthermore, we welcome applications from international researchers. Preference will be given to equally-qualified applicants with disabilities ( Representative for employees with disabilities ). Upon request, part-time employment is possible.

Further information

Candidates aged 50 or over at the intended time of appointment who do not already have civil servant status in Germany will be employed as regular members of staff.

General duties and employment requirements are specified in § 25 of the Lower Saxony Higher Education Act (NHG). For detailed information on employment requirements, please contact the Appointment Matters department .

Please submit your documents by 6th March, 2026 exclusively via the appointment portal of Leibniz University Hannover at: