Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences | Application deadline: 30.09.2024
The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, is seeking to appoint a professor in a mutually agreed appointment procedure with the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V. (Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft) in accordance with §§ 61 ff. SächsHSG a
Professor (W2) "Sustainable heat supply" (f/m/d)
Reference number: 32-2024-M-NWV
who will be appointed to the HSZG and at the same time granted leave of absence in order to take over the management of the Competence Center in the area of sustainable heat supply at the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft with reduced teaching duties (two teaching hours).
Head of the Competence Center in the field of energy technology of sector coupling and thermodynamic converters (f/m/d)
to take over the position.
The position involves representing the above-mentioned appointment area in teaching and research, in lectures, seminars, exercises, internships and projects as well as in continuing education, in particular with the following focal points:
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, based in Germany, is the world's leading organization for application-oriented research. With its focus on key technologies relevant to the future and on the utilization of results in business and industry, it plays a central role in the innovation process. 250 employees at the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Energy in Lusatia and the Rhine-Ruhr region conduct research into the development of climate-neutral energy systems and infrastructures.
The focus of research and transfer at the Zittau site is on the following areas:
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft also emphasizes the development and construction of test facilities for experimental validation and cooperation with internal and external partners such as industry and universities.
We are looking for a scientifically proven personality in the field of sustainable heat supply with several years of experience in the management of larger groups, ideally in industry. Particular emphasis is placed on cooperation with industry, national and international networking, the successful acquisition of third-party funded projects and technology transfer. The ability to teach courses and didactic skills round off the research and teaching requirements profile. In teaching, participation in the degree programs of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering is expected.
The appointment requirements are set out in § 59 para. 1 no. 1-3 and no. 4 c SächsHSG. The prerequisite for an appointment at the HSZG is in particular the existence of special achievements in the application or development of scientific knowledge and methods in a generally five-year professional practice, of which at least three years must have been spent outside the university sector.
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft and the HSCG see themselves as responsible employers who promote the development of their employees' potential on the basis of equal opportunities and family friendliness. The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft and the HSZG have set themselves the strategic goal of significantly increasing the proportion of women. Female scientists are therefore strongly encouraged to apply. The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft and the HSZG are family-oriented institutions and offer support for dual-career couples. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications will be given preference. Applications from scientists from abroad are expressly encouraged.
Were we able to arouse your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your detailed application (including cover letter, curriculum vitae, certificates and references, presentation of previous academic work including list of publications and lectures/presentations) under the above-mentioned reference number by September 30, 2024 (date of receipt) by email to
stellenangebote@hszg.de
(documents in pdf format only)
For proof of the highest academic degree (doctorate, habilitation), please use an officially certified copy of the document; the original will be requested separately in the further course of the procedure if your application is shortlisted.
If you have any questions, please contact the head of the Human Resources and Legal Department of the HSZG, Ms. Heike Kallweit (e-mail: Dezernentin-DPR(at)hszg.de; Tel: +49 (0) 3583 612-3060. Further information can be found at www.hszg.de.