(Assistant) Professorship in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics (W2 / W1 with tenure track t[...]

University of Cologne; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prestigious German university is seeking a qualified applicant for a (Assistant) Professorship in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics. The role involves conducting research on quantum materials, engaging in teaching duties, and participating in academic administration. Ideal candidates should have a strong research background, teaching experience, and a potential for securing funding. This full-time position is available at the earliest possible date, with applications due by January 3, 2026.

Leistungen

Career development opportunities

Family-friendly working conditions

Support for dual career couples

Qualifikationen

• You must have an excellent track record in research.
• Experience in teaching related to condensed matter physics is required.
• Prior involvement in large-scale research facilities is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to the research area of experimental condensed matter physics.
• Participate actively in teaching within the department.
• Engage in self-administration at the academic level.

Kenntnisse

Experimental research on quantum materials

Teaching in experimental physics

Collaboration in research projects

Successful funding acquisition

Ausbildung

PhD in Physics or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Organisation/Company University of Cologne Department Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Research Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Other Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 3 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 41 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

(Assistant) Professorship in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics (W2 / W1 with tenure track to W2) (f/m/x)

The University of Cologne is one of the oldest and largest universities in Germany. With its six Faculties covering a broad spectrum of disciplines and its internationally outstanding research profile areas, it enjoys an excellent reputation for its academic achievements and high standards of undergraduate and graduate education.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences comprises six departments with about 200 professors and >10,000 students and is one of the largest faculties in the country. The Collaborative Research Centre "Control and Dynamics of Quantum Materials" (CRC 1238) is a joint project of the Universities of Cologne and Bonn and the Research Centre Jülich.

YOUR TASKS

The candidate will work experimentally in the field of quantum materials, strategically expanding the research area of experimental condensed matter physics at the Institute of Physics II of the University of Cologne. She/He will actively participate in teaching in the field of experimental physics, especially in the area of condensed matter physics, and is expected to contribute to the academic self‑administration.

YOUR PROFILE

We are looking for an internationally recognized experimental researcher working on the control and/or exploration of quantum materials, with a clear potential for collaboration within the Collaborative Research Centre "Control and Dynamics of Quantum Materials", CRC 1238. Experimental methods may be laboratory‑based and/or rely on large‑scale research facilities such as synchrotron or neutron sources. Qualification requirements include an excellent track record in research. Excellence in teaching and successful third‑party funding acquisition are expected for W2 applicants and are desirable for W1 applicants.

OUR OFFER

The University of Cologne provides a stimulating academic environment with a wide range of career development opportunities as well as support services for dual career couples and family‑friendly working conditions.

The position is available at the earliest possible date. Formal requirements are detailed in Section 36 of the Higher Education Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Hochschulgesetz – HG NRW).

The position is to be filled either at W2 level, or at W1 level with tenure track to W2, depending on the qualifications of the candidate. For the W1 professorship, in the third year after entering into office, an aptitude evaluation is held. This serves as the basis for the decision as to whether an extension for a further three years will be granted to the candidate. At the latest, a tenure evaluation is held in the sixth year after entering into office. On this basis, a decision will be reached as to whether the candidate will be given tenure at W2 level. Both evaluations are carried out according to the Regulations on Quality Assurance in Tenure Track Procedures and Other Evaluation Procedures for Temporary (Junior) Professorships at the University of Cologne. W1 professorships comprise a teaching load of four hours per week (i.e., two hours per week is one 90‑minute course per semester) in the first qualification phase and five hours per week in the second qualification phase. As a rule, W2 professorships comprise a teaching load of nine semester hours per week.

The University of Cologne is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Women are especially encouraged to apply and will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities / special needs or of equal status.

Please submit your application (without a photo) via the University of Cologne’s Academic Job Portal: https://professorships.uni-koeln.de by January 3, 2026. Your application (in English) should be addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Applicants should send a full CV (including lists of publications, third‑party funding and teaching experience), proofs of qualification, a summary of past achievements with a commented list of up to five publications, a research plan, and teaching concept.