PhD Position: Comparative, European, and International Criminal Law (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in Wiss2510-01) University of Cologne in Germany

This PhD position (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in Wiss2510-01) is offered at the Institute for Foreign and International Criminal Law within the Faculty of Law at the University of Cologne, one of Europe's largest and oldest universities. The institute's research covers German and international criminal law and criminal procedure, with a particular focus on comparative criminal law, European criminal law, and international criminal law (Völkerstrafrecht). The successful candidate will support Professor Dr.

Bettina Weißer in preparing and conducting research and teaching activities, tailored to their own interests and expertise. The role includes an independent teaching commitment of 2 semester hours per week, typically in small group settings. The position provides an excellent opportunity to pursue a doctorate (Promotion) in German criminal law, criminal procedure, or comparative, European, and international criminal law.

Applicants should have a strong interest in academic work, solid legal knowledge, and have passed the First or Second State Examination in Law with a 'vollbefriedigend' result. The university offers a diverse and equitable working environment, flexible working hours, extensive professional development opportunities, and support for work-life balance. The position is part-time (19.92 hours/week), starting on 01.01.2026 and ending on 31.12.2027, with salary according to Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L, subject to personal and tariff requirements.

Applications from women and individuals of diverse backgrounds are encouraged. The application deadline is 30 November 2025. For further information, applicants can contact Frau Kirsten Kindler or consult the university's FAQs.

Applications should be submitted online via the university's job portal, referencing Wiss2510-01.