Jobs in Bochum, Malaysia

The Faculty of Geography and Geosciences at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum invites applications for the position of a Professor W2 (m/f/d) in Human Geography specializing in the governance of urban and regional transformation processes commencing at the earliest possible date.

The holder of the position will represent the subject of Human Geography specializing in the governance of urban and regional transformation processes in research and teaching. The professorship is a central component of the Institute of Geography's focus area Transformation of Metropolitan Areas and plays a key role in joint research projects with partners at the Institute, at RUB and in the University Alliance Ruhr with its competence field of metropolitan research.

The professorship is concerned with the theoretical and empirical research and teaching of governance structures and processes of spatial transformations of cities and regions, taking into account their embedding in different levels of planning (multilevel governance). A particular focus is on comparative research into the supporting and inhibiting factors of urban and regional development governance that is oriented towards sustainability, resilience and equity. Proven methods in qualitative and/or quantitative methods of empirical social research are required. A degree in geography is desirable, a doctorate in geography or a related subject with above-average results is required.

The holder of the professorship is significantly involved in the development, organization and teaching of the international master’s degree programme Redesigning the Post-Industrial City (RePIC) and teaches in German and English in the geography degree programs: B.Sc., B.A. and M.Sc. with a specialization in urban and regional development management. The focus is on the compulsory and compulsory elective modules in human geography, including excursions. The establishment of new cooperations within the framework of the international university consortium UNIC – European University of Cities in Post-Industrial Transition is desired. Supervision of final theses is a prerequisite.

We are looking for an outstanding researcher who will make an important contribution to the further development of the profile of the Faculty and the Institute of Geography. A high level of commitment to the transformation of metropolitan spaces and the competence field of metropolitan research in the University Alliance Ruhr is expected. The establishment and further development of cooperations with the section of Political Science at the RUB and the Faculty of Spatial Planning at the TU Dortmund University are particularly desirable.

• Conduct internationally visible and networked research in the subject area, evidenced by high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals according to international standards.
• Demonstrate pedagogical aptitude and a strong commitment to teaching.
• Engage in interdisciplinary academic work.
• Acquire externally funded research projects and manage them.
• Engage in inter- and transdisciplinary academic work.

Requirements

Positive evaluation as a junior professor, habilitation or equivalent academic achievement and evidence of special aptitude are required, as well as willingness to participate in the self-governing bodies of Ruhr-Universität Bochum and to engage in university processes according to the university mission statement. The candidate must meet the appointment requirements according to section 36 ff. Hochschulgesetz NW.

• Internationally visible and networked research in the subject area – demonstrated by high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Pedagogical aptitude and a strong commitment to teaching.
• Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary academic work.
• Willingness and proven ability to acquire externally funded research projects.
• Ability and willingness to engage in inter- and transdisciplinary academic work.

Complete applications (letter of application, CV, academic career, copies of academic certificates, list of publications, proof of special aptitude for academic teaching, teaching record, a statement of research and teaching interests, list of self-raised third-party funds) should be sent by 2025-11-19 via the online application portal.

Contacts for further information
Dr. Katharina Jockers
Tel.: +49 234 32 17487

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal. Please mention the reference number ANR 5024.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is a leading research university with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunities. We encourage applications from women and from individuals with disabilities. We seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our professional areas.