Ulm University is a young research university with a focus on natural sciences, medicine and technology. Located in an economically strong region the University with its more than 10,000 students offers a dynamic work environment with attractive networking and development prospects.
The Faculty of Engineering, Computer Science and Psychology, Institute of Theoretical Computer Science, is seeking to fill the position, starting as soon as possible, of
without Tenure Track
The University is seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position. Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.
We are seeking an exceptional candidate with an international track record in the field of computational logic to strengthen the area of theoretical computer science at Ulm University with respect to research and teaching. We expect a track record in acquiring competitive third-party funding. The successful candidate will propose a research program that strengthens and complements the research expertise in the institute, the faculty and the university as a whole. We expect research expertise in all of the following research topics:
The university provides an ideal setting for the assistant professor, with numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and exchange, e.g., the research training center KEMAI „Knowledge Infusion and Extraction for Explainable Medical AI“. Additionally, the Science City of Ulm and the Transfer Center for Digitization, Analytics & Data Science offer further connections and partnerships with local companies.
We are looking for an individual with a passion for teaching to strengthen our teaching portfolio for our computer science B.Sc. and M.Sc. programs. Basic-level instruction is offered in German while advanced courses may be taught in English. We expect strong teaching skills, documented, for example, by excellent teaching evaluations or continued educational training. Active participation in the faculty’s self-administration is expected.
Interested candidates should submit an electronic application (one PDF file) containing the usual documents (scientific and professional CV, list of publications including the three most important publications, list of third-party funded research projects, course portfolio, research and teaching statement, exemplary teaching evaluations, transcripts and certificates) via the application portal of Ulm University.
Recruitment takes place as a temporary civil servant or as an employee, generally for a fixed term of 6 years. An extension is not possible except in the cases of § 45 Para 6 LHG.
Employment requirements are completed university studies as well as teaching aptitude, a doctoral degree and special aptitude for academic work, which is usually demonstrated by the outstanding quality of a doctorate (§ 51 Abs. 2 LHG).
Seize the opportunity and join us in shaping the future of the University!
> Reference no.:
26078> Applicaton deadline:
30.06.2026
Your contact for further information:
Prof. Dr. Matthias Tichy, phone +49 731 50-24160
We look forward to your application via our online application portal