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The UFZ values diversity and is actively committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of their origin, religion, beliefs, disability, age or sexual identity.
We welcome people who represent diverse backgrounds, identities and perspectives. We therefore particularly encourage people who are affected by structural discrimination to apply to us.
Place of work:
Halle (Saale), flexible and mobile working arrangements are supported in accordance with institutional policies.
Working time:
100% (39 h/week)
Contract limitations:
limited contract / The position offers a tenure track perspective. The fixed-term contract (initially 3 years and further 3 years after a positive interim evaluation) will be based on the individual candidate's circumstances.
Salary:
Remuneration according to the TVöD public-sector up to pay grade 13 including attractive public-sector social security benefits.
The anticipated starting date is February 1, 2027.
Applications must be submitted by October 25, 2026.
Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Sonja Knapp
sonja.knapp[at]ufz.de
Short interviews are planned to take place online on November 6, 2026, followed by in-person interviews at UFZ Halle on November 19, 2026. As part of the selection process, candidates invited to the in-person interviews on November 19 are asked to deliver a presentation outlining their vision for the position and their strategic approach to developing their research programme, followed by a structured interview with the committee.
Please note that external experts will support the selection process alongside UFZ representatives.
Outstanding performance in fulfilling the project may provide the opportunity to obtain a permanent position.
To ensure a fair selection process, please submit your application (cover letter, CV, and relevant supporting documents) via our online portal without a photo, age information, or details about your marital status.
More information about jobs at the UFZ:
www.ufz.de/career
