Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a private, state-accredited, English-language university in Bremen. We offer Bachelor, Master, and PhD programs in three schools: School of Science, School of Computer Science and Engineering, and School of Business, Social and Decision Sciences. Our principles are first-class teaching and research, international diversity, and transdisciplinary cooperation. According to the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, Constructor University is among the top 25 percent out of more than 1900 universities worldwide and is ranked as the second most international university in the world. As an international university, we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently, over 1,600 students from 110 nations live and study on our residential campus.
The university is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position in biotechnology with a focus on bioprocess engineering. The appointment may be made at the Assistant or Associate level, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Constructor University invites applications from interested candidates for the following position, to be filled ideally by January 2027:
Assistant / Associate Professor of Biotechnology (f/m/d)
(full time; 38.5 hrs./week; tenure track, initially limited to 3 years at assistant level)
Your responsibilities:
The School of Science is particularly interested in a candidate who combines experimental and computational approaches for the development, modeling, controlling, and optimization of biotechnological processes. The implementation of AI, machine learning, and data-driven control/optimization is highly welcome. The successful candidate is expected to engage in innovative research in bioprocess engineering, and to maintain a cutting-edge, externally funded research program that synergizes with existing research groups in the School of Science, e.g., in the fields of metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, systems biology and bionanomaterials.
The successful candidate will conduct teaching in the field of biotechnology, including fundamental and advanced lectures and laboratories at the BSc, MSc, and PhD level. The expertise in teaching bioprocess engineering is supposed to particularly strengthen the BSc program “Chemistry and Biotechnology”.
Moreover, the candidate is expected to take a pivotal role in the MSc programs “Quantitative Life Science”and “Advanced Materials” with research experience and via the development and implementation of innovative, pedagogically sound approaches to online, hybrid and in-person teaching and learning. This will also include the advising of students on their studies, and the supervision of Bachelor, Master and PhD theses and research projects.
The university is highly supportive of junior faculty, providing both formal and informal mentoring, administrative support, as well as a flexible budget for establishing an internationally visible research group. Several opportunities exist to develop multidisciplinary research projects in collaboration with other research groups or our industrial partners and to leverage existing research facilities.
Qualifications and experience:
PhD degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field
Strong publication record in relevant international journals
Documented research activities using modern technologies applied in bioprocess engineering
Experience in transferring research knowledge into industrial applications
Experience in the acquisition of Third-Party funding
Experience in successful teaching in international and diverse environments, with a demonstratable interest in applying innovative teaching and learning approaches.
Intercultural experience and competence
Responsible, self-motivated person able to work independently and as a part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, the language of instruction and communication on campus
Ideally, the successful candidate should be eligible for an ERC starting grant (assistant level) or an ERC consolidator grant (associate level).
What you can expect at Constructor University:
Constructor University consistently achieves top results in national and international university rankings.
In the CHE Ranking, the most comprehensive and detailed ranking of the German-speaking higher education landscape, Constructor University has achieved top placements every year since its first participation in 2005.
The result counts: trust working hours for work-life balance
Individual on-boarding, career- and development planning
30 days of annual leave, plus additional days off for special occasions
Company fitness program offers with EGYM Well Pass (former Qualitrain)
Green campus with recreation areas, take the tour: Our Campus
Constructor University has extensive programs on sustainability and environmental sustainability
Constructor University unequivocally guarantees the academic freedom of every member of the faculty, as well as every other member of the Constructor University community. We encourage diversity in the University in ethnic, cultural, social, religious, political, and national backgrounds, as well as in individual lifestyle. Constructor University offers full equality of opportunity to all qualified applicants and is an equal opportunity employer.
Your application:
For any further information regarding this position, please contact Prof Susanne Illenberger (Dean), via the Dean's Office ([email protected]).
Apply today - it's simple and uncomplicated. We look forward to getting to know you.
Please upload your documents in a single PDF document, including a cover letter, a letter of motivation stating your field of expertise, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio and publication record, summary of research plans and collaborations (maximum two pages), a list of (large) equipment needed to conduct your research, copies of certificates and diplomas, certification of English proficiency (optional), and the names and addresses of two referees in our application management system.
Please note that only complete applications (see above) submitted through the official application portal (include link to application portal CU) will be considered for recognition.
