Professor of Theoretical and Physical Chemistry

Faculty of Technical Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering and Biotechnology

Organisation/Company: Graz University of Technology
Department: Faculty of Technical Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering and Biotechnology
Research Field: Chemistry
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), Leading Researcher (R4), Established Researcher (R3)
Country: Austria
Application Deadline: 29 Apr 2025 - 22:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract: Permanent
Job Status: Full-time
Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: 6000 / 2024 / 8151
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Scientific Profile

We are seeking a highly qualified individual with a proven track record of outstanding scientific achievements in experimental Physical Chemistry. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in chemistry, which is essential for advancing concepts in Physical Chemistry through both independent and collaborative experimental research. It is expected that the field of Physical Chemistry will be represented in both research and teaching in its full scope, from Bachelor's and Master's programs to doctoral supervision, and that course content will be delivered with both subject matter expertise and didactical competence. A demonstrated ability to secure research funding (from competitive calls) and to conduct independent, self-sustaining research in the field is essential. A valuable complement or expansion of existing research fields is desirable.

The successful candidate is expected to engage actively in interdisciplinary cooperation within our institutes and be proactive in strengthening cross-faculty initiatives within the Fields of Expertise “Advanced Materials Science” and/or “Human and Biotechnology” of Graz University of Technology and within the cooperation NAWI Graz.

Employment Requirements

• Completed university degree (MSc) in Chemistry (or in a related field), completed PhD in Chemistry (or in a related field).
• Proven record of excellence in research.
• Excellence in teaching, demonstrated by a habilitation or an equivalent qualification, at the Bachelor's, Master's, and doctoral levels.
• Experience in the acquisition and handling of third-party funded projects from competitive calls or procedures.
• Management and leadership abilities (strategy, personnel, and process development).

Selection Criteria

• Academic and research credentials (high-impact peer-reviewed papers, invited presentations at international conferences, awards, and peer recognitions).
• Expertise in the application of spectroscopic techniques for research purposes.
• Demonstrated ability to teach Physical Chemistry comprehensively.
• Demonstrated history of successful collaborations, willingness for cooperation within and outside the university.
• Group leading and mentoring experience.
• Excellent proficiency in English and German, both written and spoken, to conduct research and teaching within the German-taught Bachelor's program in "Chemie" as well as in the English-taught Master's and PhD programs at Graz University of Technology.
• Competences in Gender and Diversity, and knowledge about the special needs of people with disabilities.

Application Documents

Applicants are asked to send their detailed documents in English. The following information is required:

• A CV describing the past research and teaching activities as well as the type and scope of leadership and management experience (including copies of diplomas and relevant certificates).
• A list of publications highlighting the 5 most important publications.
• Attaching the 5 most important publications in full-text or their web addresses.
• Your research concept (5 pages max.) describing future activities in Graz including possible collaborations with existing research groups at TU Graz.
• Your teaching concept (2 pages max.) and past teaching evaluations (if possible) or teaching certificates (if available).
• A concept (2 pages max.) for the strategic orientation and development of your future team.

Relocation of the future professor to the greater Graz area (main residence) is required.

Language Skills

Excellent written and spoken German and English language skills are expected.

Equality Principle

Graz University of Technology aims to increase the proportion of women, in particular in management and academic staff, and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. In case of under-representation, preference will be given to women if applicants are equally qualified.

Graz University of Technology actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion and ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination).

People with disabilities, and who have the relevant qualification, are expressly invited to apply.

Contact

For academic inquiries, Prof. Dott. mag. Dr. Paolo Falcaro or Prof. Dr. H. Martin R. Wilkening will be happy to assist you.

Further Contact: Dean of the Faculty Technical Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering & Biotechnology
Graz University of Technology
Univ.-Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Dr.techn. Dr. h.c. Bernd Nidetzky
Petersgasse 10-12, 8010 Graz, Austria

Benefits

• University sports program and workplace health promotion.
• TU Graz Welcome Service with advice for relocation, child care, schools, ...
• Interesting area of responsibility.
• Safe and stable working environment.
• Company pension funds.
• Collegial and friendly working atmosphere.
• International teaching opportunities and training.
• Seal of quality for in-house advancement of women.

Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Faculty of Technical Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering and Biotechnology
Country: Austria
City: Graz
Postal Code: A-8010
Street: Rechbauerstraße 12