University Professorship in Building Materials Science

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover

We strive for universality, diversity and interdisciplinarity. With more than 26,000 students, three Clusters of Excellence, 5,000 members of staff, over 150 institutes and an outstanding infrastructure, Leibniz University Hannover offers an innovative environment for top-level education and research in a comprehensive range of subjects.

The Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science invites applications for the following position of salary scale W3 NBesO starting at the earliest possible date:

University Professorship in Building Materials Science

The Position

The Professorship for “Building Materials Science” is one of the essential professorships in higher education and research in Civil Engineering at the Leibniz University Hannover. We are seeking applicants who will represent the research field of building materials science at an international level. The main research focus should be on structural engineering, particularly on cementitious materials such as concrete or mortar. Specifically, your commitment is expected in the following areas:

• Basic and applied research in the development and processing of modern, sustainable, resource-efficient, or functionalized building materials, especially concrete
• Securing large-scale and collaborative research projects in basic and applied research, and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research
• Active participation in the faculty's research focus on wind energy, as well as the continuation of the institute's sustainability-promoting research focus on concrete behaviour due to mechanical long-term loading (e.g., fatigue)
• Teaching in the faculty’s bachelor's and master's programs in both German and English

Furthermore, it is intended to involve you in the scientific management of the Material Testing Institute for Civil Engineering and Production Technology Hanover (MPA Hannover) and the Directorate of the Test Centre for Support Structures Hannover (TTH).

With the extensive laboratory and testing facilities of the institute, the MPA Hannover, and the TTH, the professorship is equipped with excellent experimental facilities, opening up a wide range of opportunities for cooperation in basic and applied research.

Your Profile

Leibniz University Hannover is seeking an internationally distinguished scholar with extensive expertise in both basic and applied research as well as practical knowledge.

We expect:

• Excellent scientific achievements in research, demonstrated through relevant international publications, successful acquisition of third-party funding, or comparable accomplishments
• Specific experience in experimental research
• Experience in leadership and practical construction knowledge

Additionally, the following is desired:

• Willingness to engage in cross-faculty research
• Leadership skills and experience in cooperative team development
• Management experience in business

Participation in academic self-administration is mandatory.

What we can offer you

The Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy offers you a collegial environment within a dedicated team, as well as excellent facilities for your research and teaching.

LUH offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community combined with an exceptional standard of living in a modern city surrounded by nature.

In addition, LUH provides numerous opportunities for further education and training as well as many services to support families. The Dual Career Service at LUH is aimed at the partners of newly-appointed professors and provides support with career perspectives in Hannover and the surrounding region. As a central point of contact for international researchers, the Welcome Centre provides information, service and help on non-academic queries for you and your family concerning your stay in Hannover (e.g. official administrative procedures).

Leibniz University Hannover promotes equal opportunities, diversity and a balance between work and family life (Equal Opportunities Office). For this reason, female researchers are particularly encouraged to apply. Furthermore, we welcome applications from international researchers. Preference will be given to equally-qualified applicants with disabilities (Representative for employees with disabilities).

Further information

Candidates aged 50 or over at the intended time of appointment who do not already have civil servant status in Germany will be employed as regular members of staff.

General duties and employment requirements are specified in § 25 of the Lower Saxony Higher Education Act (NHG). For detailed information on employment requirements, please contact the Department of Appointment Matters.

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr.-Ing. Nabil A. Fouad (phone: +49 511 762-2404, email: Fouad@ifbp.uni-hannover.de).

Please submit your application documents by 22 September 2025 exclusively via the appointment portal of Leibniz University Hannover at:

https://berufungen.uni-hannover.de

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