The permanent full professorship will be filled after a selection procedure according to the Austrian law § 98 UG with 20% employment at TU Graz and assigned to the Institute of Theoretical Physics - Computational Physics.

We are looking for a person with outstanding scientific credentials whose current work and original scientific questions in the field of space sciences will strengthen the long-standing intensive cooperation between Graz University of Technology and the Institute of Space Research of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW). Teaching activities are expected in the field of space sciences for master's and doctoral studies, in particular on current research topics of the ÖAW Institute of Space Research. The professorship is integrated into the future Graz Center of Physics and thus part of NAWI Graz, the university cooperation between the University of Graz and Graz University of Technology that has been successful for over 20 years.

Relocation of the future professor to the greater Graz area (main residence) is required.

Applicants should have a strong command of the English language, both written and spoken, to be able to effectively represent the field internationally, and they must also be willing to learn German if they do not already know the language.

Employment Requirements

• A PhD-level university education in a discipline relevant for the position.
• Outstanding scientific performance in research and teaching.
• Experience with teaching at the university level.
• Excellent didactic skills.
• Management and leadership abilities.
• Involvement in international research projects.

Desired Qualification

• Experience in the acquisition and handling of third-party funded projects.
• Team spirit
• Experience in cooperation with universities and research institutions.
• Competences in Gender & Diversity, and knowledge about the special needs of people with disabilities.

Graz University of Technology aims to increase the proportion of women, in particular in management and academic staff, and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. In case of under-representation, preference will be given to women if applicants are equally qualified.

Graz University of Technology actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion and ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination).

People with disabilities, and who have the relevant qualification, are expressly invited to apply.

We Offer

The advertised position is a permanent professorship, offering a competitive salary. The university provides staff and funding for research equipment. TU Graz offers excellent working conditions within an active research community, not to mention the outstanding quality of life in the Graz area. We also support your partner's career development through our dual-career service, and can advise you on relocation issues. A combination of national and European funding organisations ensures an excellent funding landscape. There are also numerous opportunities to collaborate with other national and international research institutions, as well as medium-sized companies and industrial enterprises.

Application Documents

Applicants are asked to send their detailed documents in English. The following information is required:

• A CV describing the past research and teaching activities as well as the type and scope of leadership and management experience (including copies of diplomas and relevant certificates)
• A list of publications highlighting the 5 most important publications
• Attaching the 5 most important publications in full-text or their web-adresses
• Your research concept (5 pages max.) describing future activities in Graz
• Your teaching concept including teaching statement and teaching profile (2 pages max. if not part of your CV) and past teaching evaluations (if possible) or teaching certificates (if available)
• A concept (2 pages max.) for the strategic orientation and development of your future team.
• Names and contact information of two people for references

Hearings

The hearings are expected to take place in calendar week 43. Please keep this week free in case you are invited to the hearings by the committee.

Contact

Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics, and Geodesy

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Jussi Behrndt

About us

Graz University of Technology is the most traditional technical and scientific research and educational institution in Austria. In its five areas of strength, the Fields of Expertise, it delivers top international performance and relies on intensive cooperation with other research and educational institutions, commercial enterprises and industry worldwide. In the competition to pool the best qualifications and resources, it is committed to excellence in its areas of strength and is looking for top talent with an innovative spirit and vision. We therefore cordially invite you to join our community of researchers and teachers. Join us in shaping the future on the international/national research stage. Work with us on socially challenging topics. Let's shape solutions together for the future of our society and economy and for the success of future scientists, specialists and managers. TU Graz - Science . Passion . Technology We are shaping the future!