Career

The Heidelberg Academy of Sciences and Humanities a full-time candidate to start as soon as possible for an initial term of two years

Digital Humanities Specialist

Responsibilities include developing software solutions to support research projects within Academies' Programme the field of digital humanities, for example in the areas of eXist-DB, XML, and XQuery. Another focus is on digital editions and visual data presentation, as well as collaborating with researchers from various disciplines to develop research questions and design digital methods as part of project consulting and implementation.

This is what sets you apart:

• a relevant degree in digital humanities(at least a master’s degree) and several years of professional experience, or a comparable qualification

• Knowledge of current web technologies and experience with web development and AI

• solid knowledge of various programming languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python, XQuery, XSLT)

• Knowledge of XML (e.g., TEI-XML, eXist-DB, XML editors) and Linux

• strong teamwork skills

• Relevant experience in project work and technical support in securing external funding

• Experience working with research data in the field of digital humanities and research data management.

   

We offer you:

• an attractive workplace in the former Grand Ducal Palace on Karlsplatz

• flexible flex-time arrangements and a wide range of responsibilities

• a company pension plan and capital-forming benefits

• Excellent access via public transportation and a job ticket subsidy

• Compensation in accordance with Pay Grade 13 of the TV-L (State Public Service Collective Agreement).

Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

Please submit your application, including relevant supporting documents and reference number 02/2026, by May 31, 2026, in a single PDF file via email tohadw.