Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Test and Qualification of Aerospace Technologies

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) invites applications for the position of Tenure Track Assistant Professor in \“ Test and Qualification of Aerospace Technologies \“ to begin as soon as possible. The position is a W2 fixed-term (6 year) tenure-track professorship with the possibility for promotion to a tenured W3. Scientific Environment The professorship will be assigned to the Department of Aerospace and Geodesy at the TUM School of Engineering and Design. Responsibilities The responsibilities include research and teaching as well as the promotion of early-career scientists. We seek to appoint an expert in the research area of Test and Qualification of Aerospace Technologies with a focus on interdisciplinary and application-oriented research to advance testing methodologies and qualification strategies in aerospace, e.g. the investigation of structural, thermal, electromagnetic, acoustic, and aerodynamic behavior of systems, as well as lifecycle and failure analyses. A further focus lies on the development and application of innovative testing methodologies, the qualification of materials, components, and systems, and the simulation of relevant environments to ensure reliability, safety, and performance. Teaching responsibilities include courses in the university\’s bachelor and master programs. Qualifications We are looking for candidates who have demonstrated initial scientific achievements and the capacity for independent research at the highest international level. A university degree and an outstanding doctoral degree or equivalent scientific qualification, as well as pedagogical aptitude, are prerequisites. Substantial research experience abroad is expected (please see for further information). Our Offer Based on the best international standards and transparent performance criteria, TUM offers a merit-based academic career path for tenure track faculty from Assistant Professor through a permanent position as Associate Professor, and on to Full Professor. The regulations of the TUM Faculty Recruitment and Career System apply. TUM provides excellent working conditions in a lively scientific community, embedded in the vibrant research environment of the Greater Munich Area. The TUM environment is multicultural, with English serving as a common interface for scientific interaction. TUM offers attractive and performance-based salary conditions and social benefits. The TUM Munich Dual Career Office (MDCO) provides tailored career consulting to the partners of newly appointed professors. The MDCO assists the relocation and integration of new professors, their partners and accompanying family members. Your Application TUM is an equal opportunity employer and explicitly encourages applications from women. The position is suitable for disabled persons. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of generally equivalent suitability, aptitude and professional performance. Application documents should be submitted in accordance with TUM\’s application guidelines for professors. These guidelines and detailed information about the TUM Faculty Recruitment and Career System are available at Here you will also find TUM\’s information on collecting and processing personal data as part of the application process. Please submit your application by 22 June 2025 via the TUM recruitment portal: For any queries please contact .