Full Professor of Nuclear Fusion Materials

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU); Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading German university is seeking a full-time professor in Materials Science and Engineering. The position focuses on research and teaching in nuclear fusion technologies and requires an outstanding track record in research and teaching at the university level. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree and possess relevant postdoctoral qualifications. The responsibilities include developing an interdisciplinary research program and actively participating in the Bavarian Fusion Cluster's objectives.

Leistungen

Family-friendly employer

Inclusive culture promoting diversity

Qualifikationen

• Internationally recognized leader in materials design and characterization.
• Experience in research relevant to nuclear fusion technologies.
• Ability to secure third-party funding and mentor students.

Aufgaben

• Develop research programs at the intersection of materials science and engineering.
• Teach in degree programs offered by the department.
• Promote the objectives of the Bavarian government's Master Plan for Nuclear Fusion.

Kenntnisse

Research in nuclear fusion technologies

Collaboration in interdisciplinary settings

Experience with high-energy radiation interactions

Sustainability in material usage

Teaching in energy technology and mechanical engineering

Ausbildung

Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline

Postdoctoral qualifications (habilitation or equivalent)

Jobbeschreibung

at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. This is a full-time and permanent position to be filled by the earliest possible starting date.

We seek to appoint an internationally recognized leader in the design and characterization of new materials and coatings tailored to meet the special requirements and conditions in nuclear fusion technologies. Research at the chair should focus on developing new concepts for structural and/or functional materials to meet the diverse requirements concerning constructive, mechanical,and corrosive properties that are of relevance in fusion reactors. We expect relevant experience in the area of the interaction of high-energy radiation with materials, the typical changes materials undergo as a result, and the required characterization methods. We would also welcome a focus on sustainability, covering topics such as extending the lifespan of materialsor finding ways to reuse materials or return them to the material cycle.

We are looking for candidates with experience in conducting research in an interdisciplinary setting who are interested in collaborating with other groups from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering as well as the Faculties of Sciences and Engineering to develop an internationally visible research program at the intersection of their research interests and the FAU key research priority of “New materials and processes”.

The advertised position is in the context of the Bavarian government’s Master Plan for Nuclear Fusion dated February 11, 2025. The successful candidate is expected to promote the objectives of the Master Plan in their research and teaching and to become actively involved in the new Bavarian Fusion Cluster (BFC).

The professor will be expected to teach in the degree programs currently offered at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering as well as in the degree programs in energy technology and mechanical engineering.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding track record in research and teaching. They are required to have a university degree and a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and additional postdoctoral qualifications (either a habilitation or equivalent academic qualifications). These qualifications may also have been achieved in a non-university context or through a junior faculty position (for example, as assistant professor).

The successful candidate is expected to carry out administrative duties and take a proactive approach to raising third-party funding. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods.

In its pursuit of academic excellence, FAU is committed to equality of opportunity and to a proactive and inclusive approach, which supports and encourages all underrepresented groups, promotes an inclusive culture, and values diversity. FAU is a family-friendly employer and responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Please submit your complete application (CV, list of publications, teaching concept and research concept, list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees) online at https://berufungen.fau.de by January 25, 2026, addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions.