Professor (W2 fixed term) (m/w/d) -Open Topic - reference no. 26127

Ulm University; Ulm; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulm University is inviting applications for a Professor (W2 fixed term) in an Open Topic within the Medical Faculty. The role focuses on ageing, neurosciences, oncology and trauma research, with emphasis on independent work, collaboration and innovative teaching concepts for degree programs.

Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in life sciences, demonstrate a strong publication record, and show capability to attract external funding.

Qualifications

• Academic leadership and independent research track
• Proven ability to secure external funding
• Strong teaching and mentorship capabilities

Responsibilities

• Lead independent research within ageing, neuroscience, oncology or trauma
• Contribute to teaching concepts for the Faculty of Medicine's degree programs
• Collaborate across research networks within the Faculty of Medicine and University of Ulm

Skills

Research independence

Teaching aptitude

Education

PhD in life sciences

Job description

Ulm University is a young research university with a focus on natural sciences, medicine and technology. Located in an economically strong region the University with around 10,000 students offers a dynamic work environment with attractive networking and development prospects.

The Medical Faculty is seeking to fill the position, starting as soon as possible, of a Professor (W2 fixed term) (m/f/d) - Open Topic

Within the Faculty of Medicine's key research areas ageing, neurosciences, oncology and trauma (open topic):

The University is seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position. Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

The professorship is intended to support highly qualified early-career researchers at universities and is limited to a term of 6 years. The University Medical Center Ulm seeks to strengthen its scientific profile by recruiting outstanding researchers; in particular, exceptional talent including those from abroad is encouraged to apply. Applicants should demonstrate an independent research profile, evidenced by high-impact publications and the acquisition of external funding. The research focus should lie within the core research areas of the Faculty of Medicine: aging, neurosciences, oncology, and trauma. Candidates are expected to be willing to collaborate in research networks within the Faculty of Medicine and the University of Ulm, as well as to help shape new collaborative initiatives. Furthermore, active participation in the development and implementation of new teaching concepts for the Faculty of Medicine’s degree programs is expected.

Employment requirements are completed university studies in life sciences as well as teaching aptitude, a doctoral degree and further pertinent scientific achievements

• 47 LHG

Reference no.: 26127

Applicaton deadline: 31.10.2026

Your contact for further information: Prof. Dr. Thomas Wirth, phone [phone]