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.

Probability theory is a focus area in the Department of
Mathematics and Computer Science. Our research in the
areas of random graphs, stochastic processes and statis-
tical mechanics is based on international collaboration and
we also cooperate with researchers in theoretical physics
and computer science.

YOUR TASKS
» Teaching in stochastics
» Research in the field of random graphs

with the possibility of a doctorate

YOUR PROFILE
» You have a Bachelor‘s degree in mathematics

or a similar degree programme and expect to have a
Master‘s degree by the time you start the position

» You have specialized in probability theory and have
in-depth knowledge of random graphs

» You enjoy teaching at university level and are prepared
to learn the language sufficiently to teach classes in
German

WE OFFER
» Opportunity to work towards a doctoral degree in

applied mathematics
» 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 01.09.2025 on a part-
time basis (26,56 hours per week). The position is
to be filled for a fixed term until 31.08.2027 with the
possibility of extension. If the applicant meets the
relevant wage requirements and personal qualifica-
tions, the salary will be based on remuneration group
13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications
without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de.
The reference number is Wiss2504-05. The application
deadline is 08.05.2025.
For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Peter
Mörters (moerters@math.uni-koeln.de) and take a look at
our FAQs.

Research fellow (f/m/x) - Area of probability theory

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science | Division Mathematics