Research Assistant (WHK) (f/m/x) at the Institute of East Asian Studies - Köln

Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Research Assistant (WHK) (f/m/x)
Institute of East Asian Studies (Professor Björn Ahl)

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 BMFTR-funded research project, “China‘s Foreign-Related Rule of Law,“ examines how the Chinese legal system is adjusting in relation to the international

and transnational legal orders.

YOUR TASKS
» Conducting literature review
» Retrieving and analysing Chinese normative documents
» Editing manuscripts and references
» Supporting the organization of research activities and workshops related to the project

WE OFFER
» 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 immedialtely on a temporary basis (50 hours per month). It is limited to a term of two years. Remuneration is in accordance with the university‘s internal guidelines for the employment and remuneration of academic and student assistants.
Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The reference number is Wiss2512-23. The application deadline is 28.01.2026. For further inquiries, please contact Dr Juan Yang (jyang2@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.