Research Assistant (WHB) (f/m/x) - Köln

Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences
Research Assistant (WHB) (f/m/x)

Chair for European and Multilevel Politics

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.

The research assistant (f/m/x) will support research projects on European and parliamentary politics.

YOUR TASKS

• Assist in data collection, analysis and management in ongoing research projects on parties, elections, and governments in Europe at the Chair

• Support of the Chair’s team with teaching tasks

• Support the Chair with administrative tasks

WE OFFER

• First-hand research experience in political science

• A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

• Support in balancing work and family life

• Extensive advanced training opportunities

• Occupational health management offers

• Flexible working time models

• Opportunity to work remotely

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 April 2026 on a temporary basis (35 hours per month). It is limited to a term of one year. Remuneration is in accordance with the university‘s internal guidelines for the employment and remuneration of academic and student assistants.

Please submit your application in English (letter of motivation, CV, grade transcript, and possibly additional evidence of qualifications) without a photo under:

https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The reference number is Wiss2602-09. The application deadline is 28 February 2026.

For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Jens Wäckerle (jens.waeckerle@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.