The Faculty of Sciences at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) invites applications for a
Full Professor of Applied Mineralogy
(salary group W3)
at the Department of Geography and Geosciences. This is a full-time and permanent position planned to be filled by the earliest possible starting date.
We seek to appoint a leading expert with an internationally visible profile in research and teaching. The successful candidate is expected to represent the field of mineralogy in research and teaching. The research focus should be in the field of natural and synthetic minerals regarding sustainable geomaterials, for example in the development of construction materials or the storage of carbon and hydrogen. Innovative skills in the field of analytical and experimental mineralogy (such as microstructure, phase analysis, spectroscopy, etc.) are desirable, and may, for instance, be combined with interface research and microstructures. A willingness to engage in interdisciplinary research (e.g., applied geology, geodynamics, geothermal energy, geography) and active participation in collaborative projects is expected.
Successful candidates should demonstrate an excellent academic track record in research and teaching at the highest international standards. They should have substantial research experience abroad and/or international cooperations as well as experience in managing research projects and in raising third-party funding. A university degree and an outstanding doctoral degree as well as a passion for education and relevant teaching experience are prerequisites. Candidates who are able and willing to teach in both English and German are preferred. The position also requires additional postdoctoral qualifications. These should be in the form of a habilitation (postdoctoral thesis) or equivalent academic qualifications. These qualifications may also have been achieved in a non-university context or through a junior faculty position (for example as Assistant Professor).
The successful candidate should demonstrate academic leadership, the ability to support early career researchers and to drive FAU’s strategic agenda. FAU pursues a policy of intense student mentoring and therefore expects its teaching staff to be present during lecture periods.
FAU offers an outstandingly productive research environment as well as a passionate and multi-disciplinary scholarly community within a vibrant institutional network.
In its pursuit of academic excellence, FAU is committed to equality of opportunity and to a proactive and inclusive approach, which supports and encourages all under-represented groups, promotes an inclusive culture, and values diversity. FAU is a family-friendly employer and responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Please submit your complete application documents (CV, list of publications, teaching concept (1 page) and research concept (max. 3 pages), list of third-party funding, copies of certificates and degrees) online at by October 12, 2025, addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Sciences. Please contact nat-dekanat@fau.de with any questions.