The Heidelberg Academy of Sciences and Humanities is currently looking
to fill the position of a

Research Associate (TV-L 13)

for its research project "Edition of literary Cuneiform Texts from Assur".

The initial appointment is for two years, with renewal being possible
subject to performance and evaluation.

The successful applicant will be expected to work independently in the
following areas: decipherment and philological treatment of cuneiform
tablets from Assur; preparation of cuneiform hand copies; preparation
of camera ready copies in German; setting up and maintenance of a
website; management of various databases and library resources;
supervision of research assistants; organizational and administrative
duties.

Candidates should hold a doctorate in Assyriology.

Please submit applications by 15 September 2007 to:

Heidelberger Akademie der Wissenschaften
z. Hd. des Geschäftsführers – persönlich –
Postfach 10 27 69, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany