You will represent the field of theory and practice of interpreting (English) with a focus on multilingualism and society in teaching and research in the Master's programs at the Institute of Translation and Multilingual Communication. In addition, you will teach basic and advanced practical courses on interpreting in the Bachelor's program in Multilingual Communication.

Through your research activities, you will strengthen the research profile of the faculty and actively acquire external funding.

You will actively participate in the faculty’s self-governance and institute management and are willing to take on responsibilities and leadership roles in these areas.

You have a university degree in the field of conference interpreting or in a different field closely related to the vacant position, as well as a doctoral degree in a relevant area of expertise, or you can provide an academic assessment letter verifying academic achievements equivalent to a doctoral degree.

You have a minimum of five years of professional experience, of which at least three years are outside of higher education. This practical experience must include your own professional work as a conference interpreter, evidenced by documentation of specific interpreting assignments. You have excellent communication skills in your working languages, English (A language) and German (B or C language). Ideally, you have already gained experience in interpreter training and/or related assessments.

Your contact person for questions regarding your subject:
Prof. Dr. Anja Rütten
T: +49 221-8275-5929
E: anja.ruetten@th-koeln.de

We look forward to receiving your application!
Application deadline: Jan 18, 2026

Your contact person for questions about the procedure:
Maike Schwering
T: +49 221-8275-5198