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 Chair of Entrepreneurship and Management focuses on
empirical research in the fields of entrepreneurship, strategic
management, and international management. Our teaching
covers startup-specific topics, management and leadership
skills, as well as entrepreneurial thinking and action—both
within and beyond the field of economics.
YOUR TASKS
» Research in entrepreneurship and management,
including participation in and independent advancement
of (empirical) research and publication projects in
co-author teams
» Teaching, including independent instruction of classes
and conceptual development of entrepreneurship
instruction for the Faculty of Business, Economics and
Social Sciences
» The opportunity to obtain an academic qualification
(doctorate) is provided and expected
YOUR PROFILE
» Degree in economics, business administration, business
informatics, or organizational/business psychology (or
comparable programmes) (with distinction)
» Interest in and experience with current entrepreneurship
and management research (e.g., entrepreneurship and
well-being, hybrid entrepreneurship, environmental
innovations, strategic and international alliances)
» Willingness to design and deliver courses (seminars
and lectures) and supervise theses
» Strong interest in empirical research; knowledge of
quantitative empirical methods and data analysis
(e.g. Stata or SPSS) is highly desirable
» Independent and self-reliant approach to work, high level
of resilience, stamina and motivation
» Flexibility, ability to work in a team, curiosity and
willingness to learn
» Very good written and spoken English skills
WE OFFER
» High-quality academic training in a cooperative and
efficient team
» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
» Support in balancing work and family life
» 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 accord-
ance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-West-
phalia (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 1 August 2026 on a full-time
basis (39,83 hours per week). The position is to be filled
for a fixed term until 31 July 2028. If the applicant meets
the relevant wage requirements and personal qualifica-
tions, the salary is 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 Wiss2604-07. The application
deadline is 14 June 2026.
For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Christian
Schwens ([email protected]) and take a look at
our FAQs.
PhD Candidate and Research Assistant (f/m/x)
Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences
Professorship in Entrepreneurship and Management
