Junior Professor (W1 with Tenure-Track to W3) of Microbiology | Juniorprofessur (W1 mit Tenure-Track auf W3) Mikrobiologie (m/w/d)
Universität des Saarlandes Dezernat Personal
Job Summary
The University of Saarland is seeking a dynamic and outstanding early-career cell biologist specializing in prokaryotic systems for a Junior Professorship in Microbiology. This role involves conducting groundbreaking research in areas such as metabolism, genetic control, protein complexes, cellular communication, and molecular engineering, with a focus on translating findings into applications. The successful candidate will teach microbiology in Bachelor's and Master's programs, including a German-French dual degree, and contribute to the university's internationalization efforts. This position offers a clear tenure-track path to a W3 professorship based on research excellence and teaching performance, providing an ideal environment for innovative research and academic growth.
Required Skills
Education
Completed university degree in Biosciences; Qualitatively outstanding doctorate (PhD); Pedagogical aptitude
Experience
- Demonstrated groundbreaking research in relevant microbiological topics
- Current Postdoctoral Researcher, Junior Group Leader, or early-stage Junior Professor experience
- Experience with quantitative, interdisciplinary, or molecular engineering research approaches
- Ability to connect research to existing themes in Biosciences and other faculties
- Experience in representing Microbiology in Bachelor's and Master's degree programs
- Experience in supervising theses
Languages
Additional
- Maximum 6 years combined duration of doctoral and post-doctoral/research assistant employment in Germany; Willingness to teach in English or German; Willingness to participate in university internationalization activities; Proof of equivalence for foreign university degrees if applicable; Eligibility for Beamtenverhältnis auf Zeit (temporary civil servant status).
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