Tenure Track Professorship (W1 with Tenure Track to W3) in "Molecular Biology" (f/m/d)

Universität Heidelberg

The Center for Molecular Biology of Heidelberg University (ZMBH) and the Faculty of Biosciences invite applications for a

Tenure Track Professorship (W1 with Tenure Track to W3) in “Molecular Biology” (f/m/d)

to be filled at the earliest possible date.

The ZMBH conducts fundamental research in modern molecular biology. We seek an outstanding scientist whose research complements and expands our existing strengths.

The candidate should demonstrate a strong record of scientific excellence, reflected in outstanding publications and international recognition. Applicants are expected to submit a compelling research proposal with the potential to establish a successful independent career and secure competitive external funding. The successful candidate will be a member of the Faculty of Biosciences. We offer a full salary package (W1 level), core funding for a small research team, and a start-up grant for equipment.

Heidelberg University is an internationally highly recognized institution for fundamental research and teaching. The Center for Molecular Biology of Heidelberg University (ZMBH) is a renowned international research center specializing in fundamental research in molecular and cell biology. Located on one of the largest life science campuses in Europe, the ZMBH hosts up to 15 independent research groups. We offer an outstanding international research environment, enriched by numerous university institutes and research centers. Our facilities include state-of-the-art scientific core services such as protein analytics (including mass spectrometry), advanced light microscopy, and flow cytometry, as well as a mechanical workshop and centralized administrative support. Our faculty is an integral part of research networks such as the excellence clusters “SynthImmune”, and “3D Matter Made to Order”, the Carl Zeiss Center for Synthetic Genomics and several CRCs. Further details of our research, teaching programs, and scientific facilities, are available on our website (https://www.zmbh.uni-heidelberg.de, https://www.cctp.uni-heidelberg.de/en/core-facilities-and-technology-development and https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/institutions/research-institutions/collaborative-research-centres).

The Tenure Track Professorship (junior professorship, salary grade W1) will usually be limited to six years and, following a positive tenure evaluation, will be converted to a permanent full professorship (salary grade W3).

The professorship is a temporary qualification position. In accordance with Article 51 (Higher Education Act of the state Baden-Württemberg), this appointment requires a completed degree, an excellent doctorate, and pedagogical aptitude which has generally been proven through teaching experience. If you spent time employed as a research assistant (before or after your doctorate), this employment and the period of your doctoral studies combined should not exceed six years.

Your application should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a list of current research support, a summary of teaching experience, a research summary, and a forward-looking research proposal.
Applications should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Elmar Schiebel, Head of ZMBH, and sent no later than 18.01.2026 by e-mail to: office-director@zmbh.uni-heidelberg.de.

Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Information on job advertisements and the collection of personal data is available at www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/job-market.