Full Professor (W3) for Modeling of Biological Processes | Full Professorship (W3) for “Modeling of Biological Processes” (f/m/d)

Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Jan 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

Heidelberg University is seeking an exceptional candidate for a tenured Full Professorship (W3) in Modeling of Biological Processes, starting October 1, 2026, at the BioQuant Center. The successful candidate will lead a research group focused on theoretical and computational modeling of biological processes, complementing existing BioQuant research and contributing to the "SynthImmune” Cluster of Excellence. This role involves significant contribution to collaborative research across the university and teaching quantitative biology and bioinformatics within the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs of the Faculties of Engineering Sciences and Biosciences. Candidates must possess a strong, independent research profile, outstanding publication record, and proven pedagogical aptitude, making this an attractive opportunity for a leading academic in the field.

Required Skills

Education

Doctorate (PhD) in Biosciences, Biophysics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related discipline; University degree; Pedagogical aptitude

Experience

  • Strong independent research profile in the field of modeling biological processes
  • Outstanding research and publication records corresponding to career stage
  • Teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Habilitation, a successfully evaluated junior professorship, or an equivalent qualification is required

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Must meet requirements of §47 (1) and §47 (2) of the Higher Education Law of the State of Baden-Württemberg (LHG) for appointment to a professorship.