The UFZ values diversity and is actively committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of their origin, religion, beliefs, disability, age or sexual identity.
We welcome people who represent diverse backgrounds, identities and perspectives. We therefore particularly encourage people who are affected by structural discrimination to apply to us.
Place of work:
Leipzig, Flexible and mobile working arrangements are supported in accordance with institutional policies.
Working time:
100% (39 h/week)
The job position is available for full-time or part-time employment.
Contract limitations:
limited contract/The position offers a tenure track perspective. The fixed-term contract (initially 3 years and further 3 years after positive interim evaluation) will be based on the individual candidate's circumstances.
Salary:
Remuneration according to the TVöD public-sector up to pay grade 13 including attractive public-sector social security benefits.
Application deadline:
26.11.2026
Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Daniela Thrän
daniela.thraen@ufz.de
Thomas Schnicke
thomas.schnicke@ufz.de
To ensure a fair selection process, please submit your application (cover letter, CV, and relevant supporting documents) via our online portal without a photo, age information, or details about your marital status.
Further information on the job and the application
The anticipated starting date is March 1, 2027.
Applications must be submitted by November 26, 2026.
Short interviews are planned to take place online on November 27, 2026, followed by in-person interviews at UFZ Leipzig on December 7, 2026; online participation will be possible. As part of the selection process, candidates invited to the in-person interviews on December 7, 2026 are asked to deliver a presentation outlining their vision for the position and their strategic approach to developing their research programme, followed by a structured interview with the committee.
Please note that external experts will support the selection process alongside UFZ representatives.
Outstanding performance in fulfilling the project may provide the opportunity to obtain a permanent position.
More information about jobs at the UFZ:
www.ufz.de/career
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