Professor of Microbiology and Scientific Director | Biologe (m/w/d)
Technische Universität Braunschweig
Job Summary
This high-profile leadership role combines a W3 Professorship for Microbiology at the Technical University of Braunschweig with the Scientific Directorship of the Leibniz Institute DSMZ, one of the world's largest bioresource centers. The successful candidate will oversee the strategic, scientific, and structural development of the institute, managing over 90,000 bioresources and approximately 230 employees. Day-to-day, you will lead your own research group focusing on collection-oriented microbiology, utilizing bioinformatics and AI-supported methods to explore microbial biodiversity, microbiome research, or infection biology. This position is uniquely attractive as it sits at the heart of a premier research hub, offering extensive collaboration opportunities with major institutions like the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research and the Robert Koch Institute, while providing the platform to shape the future of international bioresource management.
Required Skills
Education
W3 Professorship qualifications (Habilitation or equivalent high-level academic achievement), Doctorate in Biology or Microbiology.
Experience
- Extensive professional experience in microbiology research with an excellent international profile
- Proven leadership experience in managing large scientific teams or research infrastructures
- Demonstrated experience in the strategic and structural development of research institutions
- Successful track record in acquiring third-party funding and managing research projects
- Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration within national and international research networks
Languages
Additional
- The role requires the ability to lead a staff of approximately 230 employees and manage the scientific responsibility for over 90,000 bioresources. Strong integration with local research centers (BRICS, PVZ, LENA) is expected.