Dear Colleagues: The Max Planck Research Group "Astral Science in Trans-Regional Asia" (ASTRA, https://www.mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de/research/departments/max-planck-research-group-astra) at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (MPIWG) in Berlin invites applications for a *12-month Postdoctoral Fellowship* position (stipend) starting *September 1, 2024 (preferred)*.
ASTRA studies the transmission, translocation, and transcreation of astral knowledge in Asia. The researchers in this group use philological, mathematical and sociohistorical methods to explore this rich intellectual tradition. Early-career scholars with a strong research background in the *history of astral sciences, particularly in Southeast or Central Asia* are encouraged to apply. Applications are also welcome from researchers with expertise in other geographical areas, provided their work aligns with ASTRA's core interests. *TO APPLY:* - Review *detailed information about ASTRA and the application process:* https://www.mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de/news-events/career/opportunities, under Postdoctoral Fellow (“Astral Science in Trans-Regional Asia”) - Submit your application by the deadline: *May 1, 2024 (23:59 CEST)* *QUESTIONS:* Contact Univ.-Prof. Dr Anuj Misra ([email protected]). *ASTRA encourages applications from highly motivated young scholars passionate about exploring the history of astral sciences in Asia.* With thanks and regards, AJ -- Anuj MISRA, Ph.D (he/him) *Senior Research Scholar* (January─March 2024) Dept. III Artifacts, Action, Knowledge, Max Planck Institute for the History of Science, Boltzmannstraße 22, 14195, Berlin, GERMANY Room B16, R.002 +49 (0) 30 200549 405 [email protected] ─ *Affiliated External Researcher *(2024─25) Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies (CCRS), University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, DENMARK [email protected] ─ *Adjunct Senior Fellow* (since September 2021) School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, NEW ZEALAND [email protected]
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