Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences | Application deadline: 30.09.2024
The German Aerospace Center (DLR) and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences (HSZG) are jointly seeking to appoint a
Professor (W2) "Thermochemical Process Engineering" (f/m/d)
- Reference number: 62-2024 - MM-031 -
who will be appointed to the HSZG and at the same time granted a leave of absence in order to assume the position of head of department in the area oflow carbon reduction at the DLR Institute ofLow CO2 Industrial Processes with a reduced teaching load (two teaching hours).
Head of Department in the field of low-carbon reducing agents (f/m/d)
to take over this position.
DLR is the aeronautics and space research center of the Federal Republic of Germany. It conducts research and development in aeronautics, space, energy and transport as well as in the cross-cutting areas of civil security and defence research and digitalization. Climate, mobility and technology are changing globally. DLR uses the expertise of its institutes and facilities to jointly achieve DLR's program goals and develop solutions to these challenges. The DLR Institute ofLow-Carbon Industrial Processes conducts research on the decarbonization of industrial processes at the Cottbus and Zittau sites.
Our focus for research and transfer in the field oflow-CO2 industrial processes is on
As a large-scale research institution, DLR also attaches great importance to the development and construction of test facilities for experimental validation and cooperation with internal and external partners such as industry.
The professorship represents the field of thermochemical process technology in teaching at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the HSZG, which focuses on thermal and chemical process engineering, heterogeneous thermochemical processes and hydrogen as a reducing agent in industrial processes. In addition, interdisciplinary cooperation with the other professorships of the faculty and the university is sought.
We are looking for a scientifically proven leader in the field of thermochemical process technology 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, successful acquisition of third-party funded projects and technology transfer. The ability to teach courses and didactic skills round off the research and teaching profile. In teaching, participation in the degree programs of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering is planned.
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 professional practice of generally five years, of which at least three years must have been spent outside the university sector. A prerequisite for employment at DLR is security clearance in accordance with the Security Clearance Act (SÜG) and the willingness to undergo a security clearance in accordance with §8 ff SÜG.
DLR 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. DLR and the HSZG have set themselves the strategic goal of significantly increasing the proportion of women. Female scientists are therefore strongly encouraged to apply. DLR 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? We look forward to receiving your informative application (including cover letter, curriculum vitae, certificates and references, presentation of previous scientific work including list of publications and lectures/presentations) under the above-mentioned reference number by 30.09.2024 (incoming mail) by email to:
stellenangebote@hszg.de
and at the same time to the Institute forLow CO2 Industrial Processes of the German Aerospace Center (DLR),
Kristin.Stroedel@dlr.de
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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.
Do you have any questions? Then please get in touch with one of our contact persons listed below - we look forward to hearing from you:
Your contact at DLR
Your contact at the HSZG
Further information can be found at www.hszg.de and www.dlr.de.
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