Professorship Economics (m/f/d)- Universität zu Köln

Overview

Professorship Economics (W2) (m/f/d) – University of Cologne, Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo-Faculty).

The University of Cologne is one of the oldest and largest universities in Germany, with six faculties and an internationally outstanding research profile. The WiSo-Faculty is consistently top-ranked in research and teaching. The professorship is part of the Cluster of Excellence ECONtribute: Markets & Public Policy, jointly run by the Universities of Cologne and Bonn and funded by the DFG.

Your Tasks

The professorship (W2, tenured) contributes to the overall research agenda of the ECONtribute Cluster and the WiSo-Faculty, and participates in the management of the Cluster and the academic administration of the WiSo-Faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching excellence in the WiSo-Faculty’s programs and engage in related activities within the Cluster.

Your Profile

We invite applications from outstanding scholars in economics from all fields, including applied, quantitative, public, or international economics. Candidates should have a track record of outstanding publications in economics and a strong commitment to research excellence. The research profile should align with the ECONtribute Cluster of Excellence. Ideally, candidates also have demonstrated the ability to offer high-quality teaching in economics at different levels.

Our Offer

The University of Cologne offers a stimulating academic environment, career development opportunities, and support services for dual-career couples and family-friendly working conditions. The position is available from July 2026 or based on mutual agreement. Formal requirements are detailed in Section 36 of the Hochschulgesetz (HG NRW). The teaching load is typically nine semester hours per week (two 90-minute courses per semester).

Equal Opportunities

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Women are favored in accordance with LGG NRW. Applications from all suitable candidates are welcome regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, and personal identity.

Position Details

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance and Sales

Industries: Higher Education

Location

Bonn / Cologne region, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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