Christine Trampusch

University of Cologne is advertising a fixed-term academic staff position at the Chair of International Comparative Political Economy and Economic Sociology within the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences. The post is associated with Professor Christine Trampusch and the Cologne Center for Comparative Politics, with close exchange with the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies (MPIfG). The role combines independent research , teaching , and academic administration . The advertised position explicitly allows work within a doctorate or as a postdoc , making it relevant for candidates seeking a PhD-related research environment as well as for early-career postdoctoral researchers. The teaching commitment is 3 SWS per semester , alongside coordination and implementation of administrative tasks for the chair and center. The research focus is International Comparative Political Economy , especially the social and political conditions of economies in capitalist democracies. This makes the post especially attractive for applicants interested in comparative politics, political economy, economic sociology, and broader social-science approaches to contemporary capitalism and institutions. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have completed an above-average master’s degree or a successful doctorate in political science, sociology, or a comparable discipline. Strong interest in the field and the ability to manage administrative processes independently are essential. The position requires excellent language skills in German (C2) and English (C1) . Funding and employment: the position is paid according to TV-L E13 , subject to collective agreement and personal qualifications. It is part-time at 29.87 hours per week and is fixed-term, starting 2027-01-01 and ending 2032-03-31 . Application: submit the application online via the University of Cologne job portal using the reference Wiss2608-04 . Include all supporting documents demonstrating the required qualifications and omit a photo. The application deadline is 2026-09-20 . For questions, contact [email protected] .