Vacancies for professorships at FAU

The Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Theology at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) invites applications for an

Associate Professor of Church Music

(salary group W2)

at the Institute of Practical Theology at the School of Theology. This is a full-time and permanent position to be filled by the earliest possible starting date. The professor will also assume the position of University Music Director.

We seek to appoint an internationally recognized leader in church music to teach and conduct research in the discipline including, for instance, hymnology relating to a wide range of liturgical and musical practices used in church services. In particular, the professor will be expected to introduce students of all subjects to the discipline and to teach them relevant skills. The professor will be expected to work closely with the University chaplain, the Institute for Practical Theology and with musical, church-music and liturgical institutions both within the university and beyond. The professor will be responsible for church music during the university church services.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding track record in research and teaching. They are required to have a degree in Protestant church music (Master’s/A-Exam or an equivalent qualification), usually also a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and additional academic qualifications (either a habilitation 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).

In view of the professor’s involvement in the School of Theology as well as in the area of university music, candidates are also expected to meet the profile of a professor of the performing musical arts. In addition to the mentioned academic qualifications and an interest in theology, proficiency in artistic performance and demonstrable artistic accomplishments are expected. This applies in particular to choral conducting, the performance of organ recitals as well as the teaching of organ performance (including tuition leading to qualifications for playing church music as a secondary profession equivalent to the Große Prüfung für das kirchenmusikalische Nebenamt (C-Prüfung) in Germany) and the ability to work with various ensembles, including those specializing in pop music.

The successful candidate is expected to carry out administrative duties and take a proactive approach to raising third-party funding. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods. Candidates who are able and willing to teach in both English and German are preferred.

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 (CV including artistic activities, list of publications and teaching, teaching concept, a concept for university music, a gender and diversity concept [max. 2 pages each], list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees) online at https://berufungen.fau.de by October 15, 2026, addressed to Prof. Dr. Ursula Roth. Please contact phil-berufungen@fau.de with any questions.

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

Full Professor of Data Science

(salary group W3)

at the Department of Data Science. This is a full-time and permanent position to be filled by the earliest possible starting date.

The Department of Data Science (DDS) is currently being established. The professorship will explore fundamental principles of Data Science in a dynamic and collaborative departmental structure with agile teams working on forward-looking, interdisciplinary research topics.

We seek to appoint an internationally recognized researcher, at either an advanced or an early career stage, who demonstrates outstanding expertise in the mathematical aspects of data science.

The professorship is intended to refine and strengthen the profile of the Department of Data Science and to cover current research topics in the field of Mathematical Data Science. The position requires a strong foundation in data-driven methods from several of the following areas: graph-based methods for data analysis and machine learning, analysis of manifold-valued data, variational methods for mathematical data processing, stability and robustness of deep learning methods, and nonlinear spectral theory. Successful candidates are expected to have an excellent research record in their respective fields. The research activities should also complement the existing research groups at FAU, particularly in the area of Data Science. Collaboration on interdisciplinary topics or applications is also desired. Substantial research experience abroad and/or experience in project management and the acquisition of third-party funding are desirable. The candidate is furthermore expected to contribute to the development of the Department of Data Science at FAU.

Teaching responsibilities include introductory and advanced courses for the Data Science degree programs (BSc and MSc). Participation in teaching other degree programs within the teaching unit Mathematics and Data Science, as well as in service teaching for students of other disciplines, is also expected.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding track record in research and teaching. They are required to have a university degree and a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and additional postdoctoral qualifications (either a habilitation 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 is expected to carry out administrative duties and take a proactive approach to raising third-party funding. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods. Candidates who are able and willing to teach in both English and German are preferred.

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 (CV, list of publications, list of previously taught courses and evaluations, teaching concept [1 page] and research concept [max. 3 pages], list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees) in English online at https://berufungen.fau.de by October 14, 2026, addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Sciences. Please contact nat-dekanat@fau.de with any questions.

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

Full Professor of Physiology (Systems Physiology)

(salary group W3)

at the Institute of Cellular and Molecular Physiology. This is a full-time and permanent position planned to be filled by March 1, 2028. The professorship includes the position of Director of the Institute of Cellular and Molecular Physiology.

We seek to appoint an internationally recognized leader in research and teaching in the field of physiology. The professorship is intended to strengthen the Faculty’s focus on renal and cardiovascular research. Candidates are expected to have an outstanding research record in systems physiology, preferably with a focus on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of renal and/or cardiovascular physiology. Collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine’s other research priorities is desired.

In addition, the professorship should take an active role in shaping existing research networks and initiate the development of new interdisciplinary research consortia. Scientific excellence must be evidenced by internationally visible and high-quality publications as well as by repeated successful acquisition of competitive third-party funding. Candidates are also expected to have proven experience of management positions in research, such as several years of experience in leading research groups or comparable research structures.

In teaching, candidates are expected to have the relevant experience and demonstrate innovative concepts in teaching the subject of systems physiology in the curriculum. Teaching is conducted mainly in German in the degree programs in Medicine, Dentistry and Molecular Medicine.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding track record in research and teaching. They are required to have a university degree and a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and additional postdoctoral qualifications (either a habilitation 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). Evidence of a license to practice medicine in the field of physiology and/or certification as a specialist physiologist is desired.

The successful candidate is expected to carry out administrative duties and take a proactive approach to raising third-party funding. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods.

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 (CV, list of publications, teaching concept and research concept and a gender and diversity concept [max. 2 pages each], list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees) online at https://berufungen.fau.de by November 1, 2026, addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine. Please contact med-berufungen@fau.de with any questions.

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

Associate Professor of Integrative Computer-Assisted Immunology

(salary group W2)

at the Department of Medicine 5 – Hematology and Oncology. This is a full-time and permanent position to be filled by the earliest possible starting date.

We seek to appoint an internationally recognized leader in mathematical modeling and analysis of immunological processes who has their own independent research profile. The aim of the professorship is the development of mathematical and computer-based methods for integrating multimodal data in order to gain a mechanistic understanding of immune and disease processes and develop immunotherapy approaches. A particular focus here will be on deciphering immune processes in tissue and on immune cell engineering. The mathematical models and innovative algorithms developed in this context promise considerable added value for a range of collaborating disciplines. Accordingly, candidates are expected to have exceptional interdisciplinary collaboration skills for working with researchers at the Faculty of Medicine and a willingness to actively collaborate in research focus areas and research consortia (Collaborative Research Centers, Research Training Groups, Research Units).

The successful candidate will have an outstanding track record in research and teaching. They are required to have a university degree and a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and additional postdoctoral qualifications (either a habilitation 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 Faculty of Medicine offers degree programs in Medicine, Dentistry, Molecular Medicine (BSc/MSc), Medical Process Management, Midwifery Science and Logopedics as well as Medical Engineering and Integrated Immunology in conjunction with other faculties. Candidates are expected to take an active role in teaching.

The successful candidate is expected to carry out administrative duties and take a proactive approach to raising third-party funding. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods. Candidates who are able and willing to teach in both English and German are preferred.

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 (CV, list of publications, teaching concept and research concept and a gender and diversity concept [max. 2 pages each], list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees) [preferably in English] online at https://berufungen.fau.de by November 1, 2026, addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine. Please contact med-berufungen@fau.de with any questions.