Professorship (W2) for 5 years in "Mathematical Models in Medicine"

Das The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research GmbH (HZI),Germany's largest non-university infection research center, is a member of the Helmholtz Association and conducts cutting-edge research in the field of infectious diseases. Our scientists are developing new methods and strategies to fight infectous diseases faster and more effectively. Together with the Leibniz Universität Hannover, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Georg August University Göttingen, and University Hospital Göttingen, HZI is a member of CAIMed consortium. CAIMed offers positions for doctoral students, postdocs and professors who want to conduct research and develop innovative methods at the interface between AI and personalized medicine at our locations in Lower Saxony. In international teams, HZI conducts cutting-edge research for improved personalized healthcare of widespread diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and infections.

The Technical University Braunschweig is one of Germany’s leading institutes of technology and offers an inspiring work environment with a wide range of research and teaching opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities. The 3,800 members of our academic, technical and administrative staff – including more than 400 international scientific staff – work together to ensure that our university successfully fulfils its mission of providing excellent teaching for our approximately 16,000 students and 100 trainees.

We focus our research on mobility, metrology, engineering for health, and the future city. Our core disciplines include a comprehensive engineering division and a strong natural sciences division, closely linked with business sciences, social sciences, educational sciences, and the humanities.

Our university is located at the heart of one of Europe’s most research-intensive regions. We cooperate closely with the more than 20 internationally renowned research institutions in our vicinity and our network extends to our partner universities in Germany and all over the world, with whom we maintain strong relationships.

In your role as a CAIMed group leader, you will work at the HZI site in Braunschweig. The group is associated with the Department of Systems Immunology, a dynamic and interactive group of interdisciplinary researchers from physics, mathematics, bioinformatics, engineering, systems theory, and biology. The position comprises independent research possibilities, leading your own scientific team, developing your own research, and the option to pursue a long-term academic career. The position at HZI is associated with a W2 professorship at the Technische Universität Braunschweig according to the “Jülicher Modell” and will be co-mentored by Prof. Matthias Müller from the Leibniz University Hannover. The position is initially limited to 5 years. After a successful evaluation of the CAIMed project, confirming continued funding, an extension of the position for another 5 years is planned and a permanent appointment of the professorship will be sought based on demonstrated excellence in research and teaching.

We offer a Professorship (W2) for 5 years in "Mathematical Models in Medicine" as co-appointment with the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) according to the "Jülicher Modell" in the function of a

CAIMed group leader at the Braunschweig Integrated Center of Systems Biology (BRICS).

The group is affiliated with the Department of Systems Immunology of the HZI, headed by Prof. Dr. Meyer-Hermann, localized at the BRICS.

The appointment is for the earliest possible date.

Your role is to develop and lead your research group within the CAIMed consortium. The group will develop mathematical models to tackle medical research questions. Interactions between organs and physiological systems in the body play an important role in a variety of diseases, yet they are often insufficiently understood. This is particularly the case in the field of immune responses to infections and autoimmunity. The goal is to develop models that describe different functional systems and their interactions in multicompartment and multiscale models. Together with clinical and machine learning experts, you will work towards employing these models in the context of clinical research questions and patient data to develop new and optimize existing therapies. The successful candidate (f/m/d) is expected to be committed to the university’s strategic goals and to actively shape its holistic development (https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/hochschulentwicklung). In addition to the classic service areas of a university (research, teaching and studies, transfer, governance and administration), this applies in particular to digitalisation, internationalisation, equality and diversity, as well as knowledge exchange.

A PhD in a quantitative field such as physics, mathematics, computer science, or engineering and a proven track-record of research excellence in mathematical modelling of biological systems.

Essential selection criteria

• Internationally renowned researcher in the field of Mathematical Modelling
• Profound knowledge of mathematical models in biology and medicine
• Successful track record of securing external research funding
• Experience in setting up and leading your own research group
• Strong teamwork, management and leadership skills
• Involvement in Bachelor's and Master's programmes, especially in relation to basic education in the field of Mathematical Models and teaching in English
• Readiness for interdisciplinary cooperation
• Commitment to increasing the internationalisation and international visibility of Technische Universität Braunschweig
• Commitment to diversity and equality
• Involvement in academic self-government

The successful candidate (m/f/d) is expected to be committed to the strategic issues of the university and to actively shape the holistic development of the university (hello dear support team, https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/hochschulentwicklung). In addition to the traditional service areas of a university (research, teaching and studies, transfer, governance and administration), this applies in particular to digitalization, internationalization, equality and diversity, and knowledge exchange.

Individual career paths and the effects of care and nursing periods on the academic career and publication performance of applicants (m/f/d) are taken into account by the appointment committee.

Requirements, § 25 NHG

• A degree in a relevant field
• Pedagogical aptitude
• Special qualification for in-depth independent scientific work, as a rule proven by an above-average doctorate
• Additional academic achievements, usually within the framework of a junior professorship, a post-doctoral degree (Habilitation) or through achievements equivalent to a Habilitation

Technische Universität Braunschweig makes personnel decisions on the basis auf suitability, ability and professional performance.

Our aim is to increase the share of women in academic positions. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from women and will give preference to female candidates with equivalent qualifications. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply and, if equally qualified, will be given preference in the appointment process.

Technische Universität Braunschweig is certified as a family-friendly university. We are committed to facilitating a healthy and productive work-life balance and offer a dual career service as well as support for newly appointed staff. Our Family Office provides advice on all issues relating to family, childcare, and caring for relatives. Our “Prof.-Programm” offers exclusive status-related exchange and consulting formats, in particular to newly appointed professors.

Professional and Personnel Development promotes the professional development of all employees through a wide range of courses and activities.

The university actively endorses equal opportunities and diversity and promotes diverse perspectives as essential in contributing to the university’s success in research, teaching, transfer and administration.

We particularly invite applications from international candidates (f/m/d). German language skills are not a prerequisite. However, the successful candidate is expected to acquire sufficient language skills to perform teaching and administrative duties in German within three years of appointment.

Even though this is a full-time position, a part-time appointment may be possible upon request.

Applicants (f/m/d) who are 50 years or older at the time the appointment commences and who have not acquired permanent civil servant status (Beamtenverhältnis auf Lebenszeit) will be employed with employee status (Angestelltenverhältnis).

Have we piqued your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your application!

Please send your application by 12.01.2025 via the Application portal of the Technical University of Braunschweig. 

For technical information, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Meyer-Hermann by e-mail at jobs@theoretical-biology.de .