University Professorship in Mathematics Education

Leibniz Universität Hannover; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leibniz University Hannover invites applications for University Professorship in Mathematics Education (Salary Scale W3 NBesO) to begin as soon as possible. The appointee will represent mathematics education research and teaching across national and international levels, contribute to the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics, and lead a research agenda with external funding.

Teaching duties include foundational and advanced courses for prospective secondary school teachers and

Qualifications

• Publish at high-impact levels in mathematics education.
• Research program with external funding and collaboration.
• Teaching experience in secondary teacher training.
• Focus on digitally supported mathematics learning and new tools (AI).

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research in mathematics education across national and international contexts.
• Teach foundational and advanced courses for prospective secondary school teachers and vocational schools.
• Collaborate with the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics and other groups; contribute to the LSE and khdm networks.

Skills

International recognition

Empirical research

Math education teaching

External funding

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Mathematics Education

Tools

AI in education

Job description

Organisation/Company Leibniz Universität Hannover Department Dezernat 2 - Personal und Recht - 21.23 - Research Field Mathematics Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Positions Other Positions Application Deadline 30 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 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

We strive for universality, diversity and interdisciplinarity. With more than 26,000 students, three Clusters of Excellence, 5,000 members of staff, over 150 institutes and an outstanding infrastructure, Leibniz University Hannover offers an innovative environment for top-level education and research in a comprehensive range of subjects.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Physics invites applications for the following position of Salary Scale W3 NBesO as soon as possible:

University Professorship in Mathematics Education

The Position

We are seeking a scholar with an outstanding academic record at both the national and international level, who represents the full breadth of mathematics education in research and teaching. The professorship will complement and strengthen the existing — including externally funded — research activities in mathematics education at the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics. Teaching duties comprise foundational and advanced courses in mathematics education for students preparing to teach at academic secondary schools (Gymnasium) as well as at vocational schools.

Your Profile

• an internationally recognised research record in mathematics education, evidenced by high-impact publications and other academic achievements;
• a research focus on qualitative or quantitative empirical research into mathematics-related teaching and learning processes, or on qualitative or quantitative empirical research into digitally supported mathematics learning, particularly incorporating new tools and methods such as artificial intelligence;
• an independent and forward-looking research programme that meaningfully complements and expands the profile of the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics and the Faculty;
• extensive teaching experience in mathematics education within secondary-level teacher training;
• a proven track record in securing external funding.

We welcome

• a specialisation in school-based mathematics education or in university-level mathematics education;
• a willingness to engage in academic collaboration with the mathematics and physics education research groups at the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics, as well as with the subject-specific research groups within the faculty;
• a willingness to actively participate in the Leibniz School of Education (LSE) and the Centre for Higher Mathematics Education (khdm);
• a willingness to analyse developments in the field of digital media and tools on a sound academic basis and to actively contribute to shaping them, thereby helping to define the profile of teacher training in the natural sciences and technical subjects at Leibniz University Hannover.

What we can offer you

LUH offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community combined with an exceptional standard of living in a modern city surrounded by nature.

In addition, LUH provides numerous opportunities for further education and training as well as many services to support families . The Dual Career Service at LUH is aimed at the partners of newly-appointed professors and provides support with career perspectives in Hannover and the surrounding region. As a central point of contact for international researchers, the Welcome Centre provides information, service and help on non-academic queries for you and your family concerning your stay in Hannover (e.g. official administrative procedures).

Leibniz University Hannover promotes equal opportunities, diversity and a balance between work and family life ( Equal Opportunities Office ). For this reason, female researchers are particularly encouraged to apply. Furthermore, we welcome applications from international researchers. Preference will be given to equally-qualified applicants with disabilities ( Representative for employees with disabilities ). Upon request, part-time employment is possible.

Further information

Candidates aged 50 or over at the intended time of appointment who do not already have civil servant status in Germany will be employed as regular members of staff.

General duties and employment requirements are specified in § 25 of the Lower Saxony Higher Education Act (NHG). For detailed information on employment requirements, please contact the Department for Appointment Matters .