Full Professorship (W 3) for Experimental Physics (succession Prof. Neher) Universität Potsdam - Institut für Physik und Astronomie

The Faculty of Science, Institute of Physics and Astronomy, at the University of Potsdam invites applications for the following position to be lled as soon as possible:

(succession Prof. Neher)

We are seeking an exceptional researcher with an international reputation in light–matter interaction, particularly in excited states, and charge carrier dynamics. Expertise in optoelectronics, photocatalysis, or soft matter systems is highly valued. The successful candidate will actively contribute to the CRC1636 “Elementary Processes of Light-Driven Reactions at Nanoscale Metals”, fostering an interdisciplinary physical–chemical perspective, and is encouraged to establish additional links within the institute’s research in quantum physics, functional condensed matter, or biological physics.

Founded in 1991, the University of Potsdam has rmly established itself in the scienti c landscape and has become an outstanding economic factor and development engine for the region. It has a high level of thirdparty funding, has won several awards for teaching, and has a service-oriented administration and has received several awards for being family-friendly. Around 20,000 students and 3,000 employees work at three locations - Am Neuen Palais, Griebnitzsee and Golm - at one of the most beautifully situated academic institutions in Germany.

Please submit your application, with the relevant documentation, via email to ausschreibungen@uni-potsdam.de by 31.03.2026. Further information is available online at https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/arbeiten-an-der-up/appointments/appointment-procedures/application

To view the full job posting, please visit:
https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/verwaltung/division3/stellenausschreibungen