W3 Endowed Professor of Hemodynamic Modeling in Atherosclerosis | W3-Stiftungsprofessur der KSB-Stiftung für „Hämodynamische Modellierung bei Atherosklerose“ (w/m/d)

Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Feb 12, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This prestigious W3 Endowed Professorship, funded by the KSB Foundation at Heidelberg University's Medical Faculty Mannheim, focuses on the interdisciplinary intersection of medical imaging and mathematical modeling. The successful candidate will lead research and teaching in functional cardiovascular imaging, specifically bridging the gap between basic research and clinical application. Day-to-day responsibilities involve utilizing advanced technologies such as Photon-Counting CT (PCCT), 4D MRI flow imaging, and AI-supported analysis to characterize hemodynamic mechanisms in atherosclerosis. You will develop software-based models for plaque rupture and thrombus migration while collaborating with major research hubs like the Mannheim Comprehensive Medical Systems Technology Campus (MCSC). This position is unique for its high-level integration into a network of excellence, including the Fraunhofer Institute and the Mannheim Institute for Intelligent Systems in Medicine, offering a five-year fixed-term appointment to drive innovation in patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree and a qualified doctorate (Ph.D., Dr. rer. nat., Dr.-Ing., or equivalent) in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, or a related field; plus Habilitation, a successfully evaluated Junior Professorship, or equivalent high-level scientific achievements.

Experience

  • Professional experience in non-invasive determination of hemodynamic parameters and pressure gradients using modern CT and MRI methods
  • Proven track record of successful acquisition and management of competitive third-party funded research projects
  • Extensive experience in developing and validating AI-supported models for medical data segmentation or functional analysis
  • Leadership experience in an academic or research environment
  • Experience in university-level teaching and curriculum development (specifically in Biomedical Engineering or Medicine)
  • International visibility in research through high-impact publications

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • The position is a 5-year fixed-term contract funded by the KSB Foundation. Applicants must demonstrate pedagogical aptitude and a willingness to participate in academic self-administration. Application deadline is March 15, 2026.