Tenure-TrackpPosition as Associate Professor of Physical Chemistry

The Faculty of Sciences at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) invites applications for a

Tenure-Track Position as Associate Professor of Physical Chemistry
(salary group W2, tenure- track W2 / W3)

at the Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy. The position is to be filled by the earliest possible starting date for an initial period of six years. FAU offers the long-term perspective of a permanent appointment to an associate / full professorship if the requirements of the tenure evaluation are met.

We seek to appoint a leading expert with an internationally visible profile in research and teaching. The successful candidate is expected to advance the research focus of the Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy in the area of Molecular Materials, with an emphasis on Physical Chemistry. Strengthening the research portfolio in the field of time-resolved optical spectroscopy is of central importance. The professor is expected to actively participate in current and future interdisciplinary research initiatives. The professor’s teaching responsibilities include lectures, seminars, exercises, and practical courses in the area of Physical Chemistry.

Successful candidates should demonstrate an excellent academic track record in research and teaching at the highest international standards. They should have substantial research experience abroad and/or international cooperations as well as experience in managing research projects and in raising third-party funding. A university degree and an outstanding doctoral degree as well as a passion for education and relevant teaching experience are prerequisites. Candidates who are able and willing to teach in both English and German are preferred. The position also requires additional postdoctoral qualifications. These should be in the form of a habilitation (postdoctoral thesis) or equivalent academic qualifications. These qualifications may also have been achieved in a non-university context or through a junior faculty position (for example as Assistant Professor).

The successful candidate should become actively involved in administering academic affairs and in developing strategic initiatives. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and therefore expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods.

FAU offers career development and an attractive initial package. Based on international standards and transparent performance agreements, FAU ensures a fair tenure-track evaluation process.

FAU offers an outstandingly productive research environment as well as a passionate and multi-disciplinary scholarly community within a vibrant institutional network.

In its pursuit of academic excellence, FAU is committed to equality of opportunity and to a proactive and inclusive approach, which supports and encourages all under-represented groups, promotes an inclusive culture, and values diversity. FAU is a family-friendly employer and responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Please submit your complete application documents (CV, list of publications, teaching concept (1 page) and research concept (max. 2 pages each), list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees (preferably in English)) online at by June 9, 2025, addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Sciences. Please contact with any questions.

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