W2 Professorship (tenure-track or tenure) for Radioastronomy

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, in the department of Physics/Astronomy, invites applications for a

W2 Professorship (tenure-track or tenure) for Radioastronomy

The professorship's field of work should cover topics in radioastronomy, complement the spectrum of astronomical research at the Argelander-Institute for Astronomy, with a particular focus on expanding existing radioastronomical research. The institute works closely with the neighboring Max-Planck-Institute for Radioastronomy and the University of Cologne, particularly within the framework of the Cluster of Excellence Dynaverse and the Collaborative Research Center 1601. Ideally, the professorship should be compatible with these large-scale projects. 

Teaching is an integral part of the professorship and covers all levels of the degree programs in German and English. A high-quality teaching concept is expected. Non-native speakers are expected to be able to teach in German within a reasonable time frame. Active participation in academic self-administration is expected.

The recruitment requirements are based on § 36 HG (NRW). Knowledge of the German language is not a prerequisite for employment. Depending on qualifications and academic experience, the position will be filled either as a permanent W2 professorship or as a W2 tenure-track professorship with the goal of tenured W2.

The University of Bonn is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. It is certified as a family-friendly university. It aims to increase the proportion of women in areas where women are under-represented and to promote their careers in particular. It therefore strongly encourages women with relevant qualifications to apply. Applications will be handled in accordance with the Landesgleichstellungsgesetz (State Equality Act). Applications from suitable individuals with a certified serious disability and those of equal status are particularly welcome.

Applications should be submitted with the usual documents: Curriculum vitae, certificates, list of publications (five publications should be highlighted and their significance briefly explained), description of previous research (max. 2 pages), a detailed research plan (max. 3 pages) and teaching concept (1 page), as well as an overview of courses taught and third-party funding acquired.

Please submit these documents by April 26, 2026 via the appointment portal of the University of Bonn: https://berufungsportal.uni-bonn.de

If you have any questions, please contact the front office of the physics and astronomy department at the University of Bonn ([email protected]).