Professor of High-Performance Materials | Professor (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This prestigious W3 Professorship at the Technical University of Braunschweig focuses on the research and development of high-performance materials critical for future mobility and circular economy systems. As a key position within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, you will lead research into metallic materials, superalloys, and lightweight composites subjected to extreme thermal and mechanical stress, particularly for aerospace applications. Your daily responsibilities will involve conducting high-level research, managing a research group, securing third-party funding, and delivering academic lectures. You will actively collaborate with the Lower Saxony Research Center for Aeronautics (NFL) and the Open Hybrid Lab Factory (OHLF). This role is unique for its integration into one of Europe's most research-intensive regions, offering a highly collaborative environment that bridges engineering, natural sciences, and industry-leading research facilities to shape the future of sustainable mobility and additive manufacturing.