W3 professorship for Experimental Physics of Soft Condensed Matter Far from Equilibrium

The University of Freiburg, one of Germany's most prestigious and research-intensive universities, offers a unique diversity and interplay of disciplines and perspectives in one of the most popular cities in the heart of Europe. Its human resources policy is oriented toward the principles of equal opportunity and diversity, and the university is committed to creating a family-friendly university.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at the Institute of Physics is offering a W3 professorship for Experimental Physics of Soft Condensed Matter Far from Equilibrium (successor to Prof. Reiter). This is a full-time position with the earliest possible start date.

The professorship is based at the Institute of Physics of the University of Freiburg and strengthens experimental research in the field of non-equilibrium physics of soft condensed matter. The aim is to make fundamental physical mechanisms of complex dynamical systems experimentally accessible and to promote exchange between theory and experiment. The successful candidate will investigate the properties, dynamics, and control of soft and complex materials far from equilibrium, with a focus on phenomena such as self-organization, nonlinear dynamics, collective behaviour, and emergent structures under external driving or internal activity. Innovative experimental approaches will be developed and applied to address fundamental questions in non-equilibrium physics using well-controlled model systems.

• Contribute fully to teaching in the B.Sc. programmes (taught in German) and M.Sc. programmes in Physics
• Actively participate in collaborative research projects and research networks (e.g., livMatS, CIBSS)

• Outstanding PhD in physics or a closely related field
• Internationally visible scientific achievements in experimental physics of soft and complex systems
• Excellent publication record
• Teaching experience and didactic aptitude
• Ability to acquire competitive third-party funding
• Ability to establish and lead an independent research group

In all other respects, the conditions for appointment according to 47 Landeshochschulgesetz apply.

The University of Freiburg offers an excellent research environment with strong links to experimental and theoretical groups, outstanding opportunities for collaboration within EUCOR - The European Campus, and an attractive framework for establishing an internationally visible research programme. Female applicants are especially welcome for this position. The University supports those appointed through a dual career service and a family service.

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