About the opportunity
The Chair of Civil Law and Law of Civil Procedure at the Faculty of Law, Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB), focuses primarily on German and international civil procedure and insolvency law. The successful candidate will support the chair in both research and teaching, independently delivering working groups (Arbeitsgemeinschaften), assisting with faculty research projects, and handling administrative chair operations. The position is tied to the opportunity to pursue a doctoral dissertation under the chair holder, Professor Dr. Johannes Richter.
Salary and benefits
- Employment compensation under the German public service collective agreement at pay grade TV-L E13 (50% part-time, 19.915 hours per week)
- Formal opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree under the chair holder
- Modern work environment within a supportive and committed academic team
- Affiliation with Ruhr-Universität Bochum, one of Germany's largest research universities, within the University Alliance Ruhr network
- Free institutional language courses for staff to develop German and English proficiency
Who can apply?
- First State Examination in Law (Erste Juristische Prüfung) completed with at least the grade 'vollbefriedigend' across both the state portion and the university specialization area
- Above-average knowledge of civil law and civil procedure law
- Willingness to acquire expertise in insolvency and restructuring law, or prior knowledge in these fields
- Fluent written and spoken proficiency in German and English
- Enthusiasm for academic research and commitment to pursuing own academic qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Required documents
- Cover letter referencing announcement code ANR 6115
- Tabular curriculum vitae
- Educational and employment certificates (such as degree certificates, graduation transcripts, and work references)
When to apply
- Application deadline: November 3, 2026
- Anticipated start date: At the earliest possible date
How to apply
- Access the official Ruhr-Universität Bochum online job application portal
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents under reference code ANR 6115 by November 3, 2026
- Optionally, request staff council (Personalrat) participation in the interview and selection process by contacting wpr@rub.de
Additional information
- The appointment is fixed-term for a duration of 3 years at 50% part-time hours (19.915 hours per week)
- Teaching commitment consists of 2 contact hours per week (2 SWS) in accordance with Section 3 of the NRW Teaching Obligation Ordinance
- Travel expenses, accommodation costs, loss of earnings, or other expenses incurred for interview attendance cannot be reimbursed
- Ruhr-Universität Bochum is committed to equal opportunities and particularly encourages applications from women and individuals with disabilities
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…
- Law graduates who achieved at least 'vollbefriedigend' on their First State Exam and wish to write a doctoral dissertation in civil procedure or insolvency law
- Candidates eager to gain university-level teaching experience by independently running tutorial sessions (Arbeitsgemeinschaften)
- Researchers looking to combine structured academic employment with focused research under personal professorial supervision
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is strictly part-time (50% of regular working hours, 19.915 hours weekly) and fixed to a 3-year term
- On-site presence in Bochum, Germany is required for teaching, exam marking, and chair administration
- Interview and travel costs are not reimbursed by the university, which applicants from further away must finance themselves
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This appointment is well-suited for early-career legal scholars seeking a funded stepping stone toward a doctorate. The 50% schedule and 3-year timeframe offer a balanced framework to fulfill teaching and administrative duties while advancing a specialized dissertation in German and international civil procedure or restructuring law.
Our take
This vacancy is an excellent match for high-achieving German law graduates aiming to complete a PhD while gaining academic teaching experience. Those requiring full-time employment or lacking the German First State Examination qualification will find it unsuitable.
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