Full Professorship in General Microbiology
Lead an innovative research and teaching program in general microbiology at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg.
Best for:Best for experienced microbiologists and independent junior group leaders with a strong publication record and third-party funding success.
Overview
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg invites applications for a Full Professorship in General Microbiology (W3 salary) at the Faculty of Natural Sciences I – Biosciences, starting in April 2028. The appointed professor will spearhead an independent, internationally visible research program focusing on fundamental mechanisms of microbial physiology, metabolic regulation, and evolution. Responsibilities include representing general microbiology across Bachelor's, Master's, and teacher-training curricula, while actively strengthening the Faculty's strategic research priorities. Candidates must demonstrate academic excellence, strong leadership qualities, and a proven track record in securing competitive third-party funding.
What you'll do
- Establish an independent, internationally recognized research program focused on fundamental microbial principles.
- Contribute significantly to teaching general microbiology across Bachelor's, Master's, and teacher-training study programs.
- Strengthen at least two of the Faculty's strategic research priorities in protein/RNA research, biodiversity, or molecular plant sciences.
- Participate in university self-administration duties and foster interdisciplinary research collaborations.
- Mentor early-career researchers and supervise student theses.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant discipline
Language: German and English proficiency for teaching and administrative duties
Instruction: German and English
Publications: High-quality publications in peer-reviewed international venues
- Extensive research experience in microbiology with an internationally visible publication record
- Demonstrated ability to acquire competitive third-party funding
- Strong leadership and management competence
- Proven didactic competence and teaching experience at university level
- Fulfil appointment requirements according to § 35 of the Higher Education Act of Saxony-Anhalt, including a relevant habilitation or equivalent academic achievements
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-06
Prepare all required application documents including your CV, publication list, and research/teaching statements. Submit your application package through the official Martin Luther University appointment portal before the stated deadline.
- CV
- Copies of certificates
- Description of academic career
- List of publications
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Details of previous third-party funding activities
- Documentation of prior teaching experience
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