05/10/2026
Permanent research position at the Albertus-Magnus-Institut (Bonn/Cologne)
The Albertus-Magnus-Institut, founded in 1931 and funded by the Archdiocese of Cologne, invites applications for a permanent, full-time position as Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in. The successful candidate will prepare critical editions of works by Albert the Great for the Editio Coloniensis (using TUSTEP), conduct research on his thought, and contribute to teaching and outreach. The position also includes coordinating the Institute's IT infrastructure and websites.
Applicants should hold an outstanding doctorate in Catholic Theology, Philosophy or Latin Philology with a medieval focus, and have proven experience in editing Latin texts, excellent Latin, and training in palaeography, stemmatics and editorial technique. Knowledge of TUSTEP, XML-TEI and database systems is an asset. Identification with the mission and values of the Catholic Church is expected.
Location: Bonn (expected to move to Cologne in January 2028)
Salary: EG 14 (KAVO)
Starting date: 1 March 2027
Application deadline: 15 November 2026
Full call (in German) and online application:
Das 1931 gegründete und vom Erzbistum Köln getragene Albertus-Magnus-Institut verfolgt als Ziel die kritische Edition der Werke Alberts des Großen (Alberti Magni Opera omnia. Editio Coloniensis) und die Erforschung seines Denkens. Unterstützt wird die Arbeit des Instituts durch die Albertus-Magn...
