About the opportunity
The University of Cologne is one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe. Department 54 (Infrastructural Facility Management), with around 110 employees, is seeking a Media Technician (m/f/d) for Audiovisual System Technology. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, setting up, and operating audiovisual systems, providing technical support to instructors, installing AV equipment, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The position is full-time (39.83 hours per week), permanent, and starts on January 1, 2027.
Salary and benefits
- Permanent employment contract starting January 1, 2027
- Full-time position with 39.83 hours per week
- Salary based on pay grade 8 TV-L (subject to collective agreement and personal qualifications)
- Opportunity to help shape media technology at the University of Cologne
- Diverse and equal-opportunity working environment
- Support for balancing work and family life
- Flexible working hour models
- Extensive range of further training opportunities
- Occupational health management offers
Who can apply?
- State-certified technician OR completed vocational training as an electronics technician or event technician with a specialization in audiovisual system technology, or another closely related training with proven additional knowledge in media technology
- Knowledge of IT system technology is beneficial
- Knowledge of programmable audio systems and integrated media technology is beneficial
- Good manual dexterity and craftsmanship
Required documents
- Meaningful application documents (cover letter, CV, etc.)
- Supporting evidence/certificates for the required qualifications
- Note: Please apply without an application photo
When to apply
- Application deadline: October 25, 2026
- Position start date: January 1, 2027
How to apply
- Prepare your application documents (cover letter, CV, and certificates) without an application photo.
- Submit your application online through the University of Cologne job portal (https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de).
- Reference the job code: TUV2609-18.
Additional information
- For questions, contact Mr. Enrico Schmidt at e.schmidt@verw.uni-koeln.de
- The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Applications from women are given preferential consideration in accordance with the LGG NRW.
- Applications are welcome regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- You have a solid background in electronics, event technology, or media technology and enjoy hands-on technical work.
- You are looking for a stable, permanent public sector role (TV-L) with structured working hours and strong work-life balance support.
- You enjoy interacting with people and providing technical support to educators and academic staff.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Cologne, Germany, and requires physical presence for installing and maintaining equipment.
- The application process and working environment are primarily in German, so professional proficiency in German is likely required.
- The salary is strictly bound to the public sector collective agreement (TV-L Pay Grade 8), which has fixed pay scales.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent fit for a technical professional seeking long-term career stability in a public institution. It offers the chance to work with modern audiovisual systems in an educational environment, providing a predictable schedule, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.
Our take
Highly recommended for qualified AV or electronics technicians seeking a permanent, stable position in Cologne with excellent work-life balance. It is less suitable for those looking for remote work or rapid, performance-based salary increases outside of the public sector pay scale.
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