Part‑time Digital Humanities Researcher (6‑month contract)

About the role

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Linnaeus University seeks a part‑time Digital Humanities Researcher for a six‑month fixed‑term contract starting 1 July 2024. The role supports the development of digital humanities within two major infrastructures, Huminfra and DARIAH‑EU.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research and development activities for the Huminfra national infrastructure.
• Contribute to the European DARIAH‑EU infrastructure projects, focusing on technical aspects of digital cultural heritage.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, implement, and evaluate digital tools and methodologies.
• Prepare reports, publications, and presentations summarising research outcomes.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree in digital humanities or a closely related field (e.g., a master’s in digital humanities combined with a PhD in library and information science, or a PhD in digital cultural heritage).
• Demonstrated focus on technical areas within digital humanities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Part‑time appointment with a six‑month fixed‑term contract.
• Opportunity to work within leading national and European digital humanities infrastructures.
• Access to university resources and an interdisciplinary research environment.