The University of Bayreuth is a research-oriented university with internationally competitive, interdisciplinary focus areas in research and teaching. The Faculty of Mathematics, Physics & Computer Science at the University of Bayreuth is currently seeking to appoint a

at salary grade W3 to commence on 1 October 2026. This is a permanent civil service position.

We are looking for a scholar with an excellent international record in a subfield of analysis that complements our existing fields of work. In research, experience in the acquisition of external funding and a willingness to engage in interdisciplinary cooperation as well as cooperation with existing research groups in mathematical physics, dynamical systems, data science, machine learning, control theory, optimisation, or numerics are expected, particularly with regard to joint major research proposals.

In the area of teaching, the future incumbent will be expected to contribute to the teaching of mathematics degree programmes, including teacher training, particularly in the area of analysis. Participation in the teaching of mathematics for other subjects is expected. Independent teaching experience and the ability to teach in English are required; international applicants must be willing and able to teach in German, at least in the medium term.

The general administrative requirements for hiring professors at universities in Bavaria apply. A complete description of the vacancy can be found at www.uni-bayreuth.de/en (University / Work at the University / Job Vacancies: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/job-vacancies#Professorships).

Applications (CV including a list of publications, list of courses taught, experience obtaining external funding, as well as copies of certificates and diplomas) are to be addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics & Computer Science, Prof. Dr. Michael Guthe, and submitted via https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/stellenangebote#Professuren by 13 July 2025. Applicants are welcome to direct questions and requests for further information to the Dean at dekanat.mpi@uni-bayreuth.de. Application documents will be deleted in accordance with data protection law following the conclusion of the appointment process.