Willy Robert Pitzer Professor (W2) in Molecular Virology of Human Pathogenic RNA Viruses suppor[...]

Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university in Germany is seeking a W2 Professor in Molecular Virology of Human Pathogenic RNA Viruses to lead innovative research in immune responses and tissue function. The successful candidate will hold a PhD and demonstrate a strong publication record in virus immunology. This full-time, permanent role offers excellent research conditions and collaboration opportunities. Applications are invited online by 7 January 2026.

Leistungen

Family-friendly work environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifikationen

• Established Researcher (R3) level required.
• Exceptional publication record in virus immunology.
• High international visibility in the field.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research on immune responses to respiratory viruses.
• Lead an independent research group.
• Participate in collaborative research initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Experience in virus immunology

Research on respiratory RNA viruses

Leadership of independent research group

Interdisciplinary teaching

Ausbildung

Completed degree in natural sciences or human medicine

Doctorate (PhD or equivalent)

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main Research Field Medical sciences » Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Other Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 7 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time 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

The Faculty of Medicine of the Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, Center of Hygiene, Institute for Medical Virology, invites applications for the following position as civil servant or public employee starting as soon as possible:

Willy Robert Pitzer Professor (W2) in Molecular Virology of Human Pathogenic
RNA Viruses supported by the State of Hesse in the LOEWE-Program

The professorship is part of the Institute of Medical Virology. The institute offers excellent research conditions in an interdisciplinary environment, including well-equipped BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories. The professorship adds a new complementary field to the existing research focuses.

We are looking for an outstanding and integrative personality with extensive documented experience in virus immunology, particularly in respiratory and other RNA viruses. The research focus should be on immune responses to respiratory viruses, the pathogenesis of RNA viruses, and/or virus‑induced effects on tissue function (e.g., through immunity or interactions with the endothelium). However, the professorship is also open to innovative research projects relating to experimental virology such as AI‑based respiratory RNA‑virus research.

Requirements for appointment include in addition to the general provisions of civil service law a completed degree in natural sciences or human medicine, a doctorate (PhD or equivalent), and further academic achievements (e.g., habilitation, habilitation‑equivalent achievements), as well as an internationally outstanding research profile with an exceptional publication record and high international visibility in the field of virus immunology, along with corresponding third‑party funding (e.g., DFG, EU, BMBF). Several years of experience in leading an independent research group is required. Active participation in current and planned collaborative research initiatives at Goethe University, particularly the Excellence Cluster CPI (Cardio‑Pulmonary Institute), is expected. We also expect extensive experience and commitment to interdisciplinary teaching.

The formal hiring requirements are defined in sections 67 and 68 of the Hessian Higher Education Act (Hessisches Hochschulgesetz).

Goethe University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. In particular, we are welcoming applications by qualified women and people with a migrant background. At Goethe University, a special emphasis is placed on creating and sustaining a family‑friendly work and research environment. Where applicants are otherwise equally qualified, preference is given to candidates with disabilities or equivalent. The same applies to women in fields in which they are under‑represented.

To apply, please submit a CV, a list of publications, an overview of your research and teaching activities as well as transcripts and a selection of recent course evaluations online at https://berufungsportal.uni-frankfurt.de by 7 January 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Sandra Ciesek at [e-mail] . Further information about the appointment process, the legal framework and data protection: www.professorship-vacancies.uni-frankfurt.de .