Professor (W2) of Micro-Medical Technology | W2-Professur Mikromedizintechnik (m/w/d)
Hochschule Kaiserslautern
Job Summary
This prestigious W2 Professorship at Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences focuses on the intersection of life sciences and micro/nanotechnology. The successful candidate will lead teaching and research in miniaturized medical systems, specifically within programs like Applied Life Sciences and Chip Technology. Day-to-day responsibilities include delivering lectures in both German and English, managing cleanroom process technologies, and establishing an independent research profile. A significant portion of the role involves collaborative, application-oriented research with industrial and scientific partners. This position is unique for its focus on interdisciplinary work between medical informatics and micro-manufacturing, offering the opportunity to scientifically lead cleanroom facilities and shape the future of medical technology through areas like Lab-on-Chip systems, wearables, and bio-integrated microsystems. It is an ideal role for an academic professional looking to combine high-level research with practical teaching in a modern technical infrastructure.
Required Skills
Education
Completed university degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, Life Sciences, or a related field; plus a qualified Doctorate (PhD).
Experience
- Extensive professional experience in the application and development of micro and nanoscale manufacturing methods in cleanroom environments
- Proven track record of outstanding scientific expertise evidenced by recent first or last author publications
- Significant experience in securing third-party research funding
- Experience in the leadership or coordination of research projects
- Extensive research experience in specialized areas such as bio-integrated microsystems, wearables, or additive manufacturing for medical tech
- Demonstrated pedagogical skills and commitment to high-quality teaching
Languages
Additional
- The candidate must be able to teach in English. The role requires active participation in university self-governance committees and the scientific management of cleanroom facilities.
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