W3-Professorship (m/f/d) for Medium-Voltage Engineering and Insulation Systems

Position

W3‑Professorship (m/f/d) for Medium‑Voltage Engineering and Insulation Systems

Overview

The University of Kassel is a modern and growing University with about 21,000 students. The Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science seeks to fill this professorship by 1 October 2026. The professorship’s teaching focuses on high‑ and medium‑voltage technology for electrical power supply systems and the fundamentals of electrical engineering.

For research and integration into the faculty’s research profile, a focus on the effect of high field strengths in materials and structures is desired. Experience and future activities in research and development in the following areas are expected:

Research Focus

• Ageing and failure mechanisms of novel materials and components with a focus on partial discharge resistance
• Effect of high voltage slew rates on insulation systems in modern electrical power systems
• Medium‑voltage DC systems and switching devices
• Application of insulation and functional systems with the use of smart materials in special functions (e.g., mechanical and electronic switches or nanotechnology)
• Monitoring and diagnostics of components and systems in medium‑ and high‑voltage installations.

Responsibilities and Expectations

Teaching in German and English, participation in academic self‑administration, research in high‑voltage systems, and science management. The position offers close cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology (IEE) and the Institute of Nanostructure Technology and Analytics (INA).

Prerequisites

Qualification proven by a habilitation or habilitation‑equivalent additional academic achievements according to §§ 67, 68 of the Higher Education Act of the Federal State of Hesse (HessHG).

Application Procedure

Submit: CV, certificates, diplomas, list of academic work, three selected publications, a research and teaching concept (maximum three pages each), list of previous courses, any teaching evaluations and further training in higher education didactics. Apply via the online form, indicating reference number 38927. Contact Prof. Jost Adam at jost.adam@uni-kassel.de or Tel. +49 561 804‑6425.

EEO Statement

In the event of any differences between the German and English versions of this call for application, the German wording is legally binding. The University of Kassel promotes equal opportunities, actively encourages applications from women and people with disabilities, and strives to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching.

Vacancy Details

• Application deadline: 22.01.2026
• Date of hire: 01.10.2026
• Vacancy number: 38927