Postdoctoral Position (f/m/x) - Institute of Zoology - Köln

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Postdoctoral Position (f/m/x)

Institute of Zoology

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region. Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in science, technology, and administration.

Our group covers the full spectrum of methods and challenges related to the diverse topics of phylogeny, biogeography and biodiversity, with a particular focus on insects.

YOUR TASKS

• Extensive field work within CRC1211

• Highly interdisciplinary cooperations

• Generation and processing of molecular datasets

• Database management

• Phylogenetic analyses

• Teaching

• Participation in the supervision of master and bachelor students

• Publications

YOUR PROFILE

• PhD in Biology or related fields

• Enthusiastic Entomologist

• Teaching experience

• Publication experience

• Expertise in the field of molecular phylogenetic analyses

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

WE OFFER

• A stimulating research environment in a highly motivated team

• A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

• Support in balancing work and family life

• Flexible working time models

• Extensive advanced training opportunities

• Occupational health management offers

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

The position is available from 1 August 2026 on a full-time basis (39,83 hours per week). The position is to be filled for a fixed term until 31 August 2030. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and personal qualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group

13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please send your application (without a photo) with proof of the required qualifications by Email to: rpredel@uni-koeln.de. The reference number is Wiss2604-06. The application deadline is 21 May 2026.

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Reinhard Predel at (rpredel@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.