Professorship (W2) for Translational Pneumology

through excellent research across a broad spectrum of disciplines. At Philipps-Universität Marburg, Faculty of Medicine, and the Universitätsklinikum Gießen und Marburg (UKGM), Marburg site, Department of Pneumology, Intensive Care and Sleep Medicine, a Professorship (W2) for Translational Pneumology is to be filled at the earliest possible date. We are seeking an outstanding clinician-scientist (m/f/d) with a clear translational profile in the field of pneumology. The professorship is embedded in the strategic development of the department, with a particular focus on linking basic research, innovative diagnostic approaches, and clinical care, especially for patients with severe acute and chronic pulmonary diseases. The professorship is expected to strengthen the faculty’s scientific focus areas, particularly in inflammation and infection, and to contribute to research activities within the German Center for Lung Research (DZL) and the German Center for Infection Research (DZIF). Responsibilities: Representation of the field in research, teaching, and clinical care, with a focus on chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD), intensive care and sleep medicine, and translational concepts in pneumology. Establishment and further development of an independent, externally funded research focus, ideally in the areas of chronic airway diseases, biomarker development, and rehabilitation research. Interdisciplinary collaboration with existing research groups and institutes of the university and university hospital, including in the fields of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and molecular diagnostics. Participation in undergraduate medical and dental education, postgraduate teaching, and supervision of doctoral candidates. Involvement in emergency and intensive care medicine, as well as participation in senior clinical responsibilities. Requirements Medical degree and board certification in Internal Medicine and Pneumology. Habilitation or equivalent academic achievements with a focus on rehabilitation or translational research in pulmonary diseases. Several years of clinical experience, including experience in intensive care and/or sleep medicine. Scientific expertise in biomarker research, early rehabilitation, and/or alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Proven teaching competence and experience, continuous teaching activity, and successful supervision of doctoral theses. National and international conference presence and a strong publication record are expected. We Offer An inspiring clinical and academic environment with close integration of research, teaching, and patient care. Access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as well as interdisciplinary research platforms. The opportunity to actively shape and further develop innovative translational projects and clinical studies. The universities of Giessen and Marburg, together with the Technical University of Central Hesse, have established the Central Hesse Research Campus. Within this framework, the two medical faculties practice a structured collaboration based on coordinated priorities. Accordingly, candidates are expected to be willing to cooperate across universities and departments in campus priorities and profile areas, as well as to participate in collaborative projects. In particular, cross-site, patient-oriented clinical research and participation in joint clinical trials are required. The health care tasks associated with the professorship will be regulated by a contract to be concluded with UKGM GmbH. The recruitment requirements of §§ 67 and 68 HessHG apply, which are generally demonstrated by an outstanding doctorate and excellent additional scientific achievements (e.g. habilitation or internationally visible subject-specific publications). The University of Marburg attaches great importance to the intensive supervision of students and doctoral candidates and expects lecturers to show a strong presence at the university, a high level of commitment in academic teaching, and close involvement in the planned further development of medical education. We support women and expressly encourage applications from female candidates. Applications from candidates with children are welcomed - the University of Marburg is committed to the goal of being a family-friendly university. Persons with disabilities as defined under SGB (Social Security Act) IX (§ 2 Para. 2, 3) will be considered preferentially in the case of equal suitability and aptitude. Application and interview costs will not be reimbursed. Application materials, as well as the application form available online (www.uni-marburg.de/fb20/services/formulare), must be submitted 15 August 2026, including your work and home addresses, to the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Prof. Dr. Michael Hertl, Baldingerstraße, 35032 Marburg, or via email to berufungen.medizin@uni-marburg.de.