The Thomas-Institute at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Cologne invites applications for three positions as Editors/ Research Associates (m/f) in Arabic, Hebrew, and Latin Philosophy in fulltime (39.83 hours/week) starting May 1, 2016. Part-time employment is generally possible, unless official concerns conflict. The contracts are limited for three years and can be extended after 3 years depending on the planning of the next project phase. The salary is based on the German E13 TV-L scale if terms and conditions under collective bargaining law are fulfilled.