Dear Colleague,

The Department of Physics and Astronomy of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena (Germany) invites applications for a W3 (or W2 with tenure track to W3) professorship for Theoretical Physics - Relativistic Astrophysics starting in the summer semester 2026.

The successful candidate is expected to have demonstrated broad expertise in scientific research and high competence in teaching in this subject area. We search for excellence in gravitational physics and relativity theory, with research interests in general relativistic astrophysics, gravitational waves and their sources, as well as mathematical and theoretical foundations of classical and modified gravity. With regard to technical expertise, a strong background in mathematical and/or numerical relativity is desired.

A close collaboration with existing groups at the department is expected, especially with other theoretical research groups in the areas of theoretical physics, quantum field theory, astronomy and/or computational physics. These activities should be strengthened and expanded, in particular with respect to coordinated funding programs, while additional, new initiatives are welcome. Experience in grant acquisition and leadership in science management are required.

Applications including cover letter, CV, research and teaching concepts, list of publications and acquired third-party funding should be submitted electronically to the University job portal ( https://berufungsportal.uni-jena.de/) no later than *July, 1st 2025*.

See https://berufungsportal.uni-jena.de for the full text of the announcement.

Please bring this opportunity to the attention of interested candidates.

Thank you SB