Job Information
Organisation/Company: Graz University of Technology
Department: Faculty of Technical Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering and Biotechnology
Research Field: Engineering
Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
Application Deadline: 14 Oct 2026 - 23:00 (UTC)
Country: Austria
Type of Contract: Permanent
Job Status: Full-time
Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 2027
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: 6000 / 2026 / 9418
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Scientific Profile
We are seeking a candidate with an international profile and an outstanding academic track record who will develop an excellent research programme in the field of Chemical and Process Systems Engineering, driving forward computer-aided and experimental approaches to the modelling, simulation, analysis and optimisation of sustainable process engineering processes, incorporating digitalisation, artificial intelligence and data-driven methods.
The successful candidate is also expected to contribute actively to research-led teaching at Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD levels, as well as to participate actively in cross-faculty and cross-university collaborations within TU Graz, NAWI Graz and regional research networks.
Key areas of the professorship:
The focus is on model-based approaches, but also encompasses experimentally supported work and the targeted use of AI for all fundamental operations in process engineering.
Potential research priorities:
- Development of optimisation methods for process design, with a focus on environmental protection, sustainable production and green engineering.
- Supporting the faculty’s institutes in key research areas, particularly in the fields of process engineering, chemical engineering and environmental technology, sustainable production in electrochemistry, thermal process engineering and reaction engineering.
Available Infrastructure:
- Pilot plant (Central Lab Biobased Products) with various separation columns
- Roll-to-roll production of thin-film materials
- Hydrogen, fuel cell and reaction engineering laboratory
- Access to computing clusters at Graz University of Technology and at Austrian Scientific Computing (ASC)
Employment Requirements
- A university education appropriate to the post, with a completed PhD.
- Outstanding academic achievements in research and teaching, preferably demonstrated by a habilitation (venia docendi) or equivalent academic achievements.
- Teaching skills enabling the effective delivery of courses at Bachelor’s, Master’s and doctoral levels, demonstrated by a habilitation or equivalent academic teaching qualifications.
- Leadership skills (strategy, human resources and process development).
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrable involvement in the international research community.
- Experience in teaching at Bachelor’s, Master’s and doctoral levels.
- Experience in securing and managing externally funded projects.
- Relevant industry experience.
- Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to collaborate both within and outside the university.
- Knowledge of gender, diversity and inclusion.
Application Documents
Applicants are asked to send their detailed documents in English. The following information is required:
- Your CV, including a description of your research and teaching activities to date and the nature and extent of your leadership experience (including copies of degree certificates and relevant certificates).
- Your complete list of publications, highlighting your 5 most important publications.
- The full text of your 5 most outstanding publications (as an appendix or via other access details).
- Your research proposal (5 pages max.) describing your planned future activities.
- Your teaching statement (2 pages max., including teaching profile, if not included in your CV), as well as any teaching evaluations or teaching certificates.
- A proposal (max. 2 pages) outlining the strategic direction and development of your future team.
- Names and contact details of two referees.
Centre Of Vital Interest
Relocation of the future professor to the greater Graz area (main residence) is required.
Language Skills
Applicants should have a strong command of the English language, both written and spoken, to be able to effectively represent the field internationally, and they must also be willing to learn German if they do not already know the language.
Equality Principle
Graz University of Technology aims to increase the proportion of women, in particular in management and academic staff, and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. In case of under-representation, preference will be given to women if applicants are equally qualified.
Graz University of Technology actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion and ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination).
People with disabilities, and who have the relevant qualification, are expressly invited to apply.
Hearing Dates
The hearings are expected to take place during calendar weeks 2 and 3 of 2027.
Contact: Dekan Univ.- Prof. Dr. Bernd Nidetzky
Where to apply
E-mail: jobs.tcvb@tugraz.at
Website: https://jobs.tugraz.at/en/jobs/a7ce12cf-8195-42f9-9f24-f6993053e69d/apply
Requirements
Research Field: Engineering
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Research Field: Engineering
Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
Research Field: Engineering
Years of Research Experience: More than 10
Additional Information
Benefits
The advertised position is a permanent professorship with a competitive salary. The university provides staff and funding for research equipment. TU Graz offers excellent working conditions within a vibrant research community, combined with the outstanding quality of life in the Graz area. We also support your partner’s career development through our Dual Career Service and provide advice on relocation matters. A combination of national and European funding bodies ensures an excellent funding landscape. There are numerous opportunities for collaboration with other international and national research institutions, as well as with SMEs and industry.
Website for additional job details: https://jobs.tugraz.at/en/jobs/a7ce12cf-8195-42f9-9f24-f6993053e69d
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Faculty of Technical Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering and Biotechnology
Country: Austria
City: GRAZ
Postal Code: A-8010
Street: Rechbauerstraße 12
Contact
City: GRAZ
Website: https://www.tugraz.at
Street: Rechbauerstraße 12
Postal Code: A-8010
E-Mail: jobs.tcvb@tugraz.at
Phone: (+43) 316 873