W3 Professor of Life Cycle Engineering | W3-Professur „Life Cycle Engineering“
Hochschule Aalen
Job Summary
The Hochschule Aalen, a leading research-intensive university of applied sciences in Germany, is seeking a W3 Professor for Life Cycle Engineering. This role involves comprehensive engagement in teaching, research, and knowledge transfer within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Technology. The successful candidate will be responsible for representing the subject area, securing third-party funding, and actively contributing to the advancement of sustainable materials. This position offers a unique opportunity to build extensive internal and external cooperation networks, applying profound expertise in sustainability, materials, and manufacturing engineering. The role demands strong methodological, didactic, and pedagogical skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to students and collaborate with industry.
Required Skills
Education
Completed university degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Natural Sciences, or a related discipline. Demonstrated ability for scientific work, typically proven by a relevant doctorate.
Experience
- At least five years of professional experience, with a minimum of three years outside the university sector, in industry or industry-related research and development relevant to the position
- Experience in teaching
- Experience in third-party funding acquisition
- Experience in leading research and development projects
Languages
Additional
- Readiness to offer courses in English and German, especially interdisciplinary foundational subjects. Eligibility for civil servant status (Beamtenverhältnis) is possible, initially on probation, with potential for permanent appointment. Alternatively, a fixed-term employment contract is possible.