W3 Professorship for Theoretical Solid-State Physics

W3 Professorship for Theoretical Solid-State Physics

Your Responsibilities

The successful candidate will represent the field of theoretical solid-state physics comprehensively. Regarding research, various priorities are conceivable. These explicitly include non-equilibrium physics, quantum transport, topological systems, low-dimensional quantum systems, many-body systems (strong correlations, methodology development), and computational physics. The aim here is a thematic, integrative expansion of the focus areas already established in Braunschweig in theoretical and experimental solid-state physics.

The professorship is expected to represent the full breadth of theoretical physics in its teaching. Courses should be offered in both German and English. In addition to scientific excellence, the professorship is expected to play a leading role in future collaborative projects within Faculty 5 of TU Braunschweig. Furthermore, participation in activities within the currently ongoing Cluster of Excellence QuantumFrontiers is desired.

The successful candidate (f/m/d) is expected to be committed to the university's strategic goals and to actively shape its holistic development. In addition to the classic service areas of a university (research, teaching and studies, transfer, governance and administration), this applies in particular to digitalisation, internationalisation, equality and diversity, as well as knowledge exchange.

Our Expectations

• Internationally renowned researcher in the field of theoretical solid-state physics
• Successful acquisition of third-party funding
• Experience in establishing and leading an independent research group
• Strong teamwork, management and leadership skills
• Involvement in Bachelor's and Master's programmes in physics
• Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary cooperation
• Commitment to increasing the internationalisation and international visibility of Technische Universität Braunschweig
• Commitment to diversity and equality

International research and teaching experience, excellent command of the English language, as well as the ability and willingness to teach courses in English are expected. Individual career decisions and career breaks due to parental/family care leave affecting research output will be taken into account by the appointment committee.

Requirements (§ 25 NHG)

• A degree in a relevant field
• Pedagogical aptitude
• Special qualification for in-depth independent scientific work, as a rule proven by an above-average doctorate
• Additional academic achievements, usually within the framework of a junior professorship, a post-doctoral degree (Habilitation) or through achievements equivalent to a Habilitation

Notes

Technische Universität Braunschweig makes personnel decisions on the basis of suitability, ability and professional performance. Our aim is to increase the share of women in academic positions. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from women and will give preference to female candidates with equivalent qualifications. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply and, if equally qualified, will be given preference in the appointment process.

Technische Universität Braunschweig is certified as a family-friendly university. We are committed to facilitating a healthy and productive work-life balance and offer a dual career service as well as support for newly appointed staff. Our Family Office provides advice on all issues relating to family, childcare, and caring for relatives. Our "Prof.-Programm" offers exclusive status-related exchange and consulting formats, in particular to newly appointed professors. Professional and Personnel Development promotes the professional development of all employees through a wide range of courses and activities.

The university actively endorses equal opportunities and diversity and promotes diverse perspectives as essential in contributing to the university's success in research, teaching, transfer and administration. We particularly invite applications from international candidates (f/m/d). German language skills are not a prerequisite. However, the successful candidate is expected to acquire sufficient language skills to perform teaching and administrative duties in German within one year of appointment.

Even though this is a permanent full-time position, a part-time appointment may be possible upon request. Applicants (f/m/d) who are 50 years or older at the time the appointment commences and who have not acquired permanent civil servant status (Beamtenverhältnis auf Lebenszeit) will be employed with employee status (Angestelltenverhältnis).

Application Documents Required

Applicants (f/m/d) are requested to attach the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Academic background (CV)
• Academic certificates and diplomas (degrees)
• List of publications, including copies of 3 select publications
• List of externally funded projects and description of own role in these projects
• Research and teaching statement
• List of courses taught and results of course evaluations
• If applicable, add proof of parental/family care leave
• If applicable, add proof of disability status

Please submit the application, including all documents, digitally via the online portal of Technische Universität Braunschweig.

Application Deadline

2026-07-31

Contact

Informal enquiries about the job can be directed to:
Prof. Dr. Stefan Süllow
T +49 531 391 5116
s.suellow@tu-braunschweig.de

For questions regarding legal matters and the online application process, please contact:
Nicole Brückner
T +49 531 391 4337
berufungen@tu-braunschweig.de