Specialist field of Applied GeometryTU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.At the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation at TU Wien, the position of a University Professor (all genders) in the field of Applied Geometry with permanent (full-time) contractual employment is to be filled as of October 2026.This is a professorship regulated by § 98 of the 2002 Universities Act (UG).The Institute of Discrete Mathematics and Geometry at TU Wien is searching for outstanding candidates to fill a tenured University Professorship in Applied Geometry, in particular (though not exclusively) in classical geometry, discrete differential geometry, computational geometry, computational algebraic geometry. Applications may include Visual Computing, Computer Graphics, Geometry Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Architectural Design, Structural Design, Computational Fabrication, and other areas of Science and Technology.The applicant’s trend-setting scientific profile shall complement and expand on-going research activities in Applied Geometry, especially within the Center for Geometry and Computational Design (GCD) at TU Wien. We expect the successful candidate to be an international leader in Applied Geometry with excellent embedding into the global research community, the proven ability to lead an independent research team, a demonstrated ability to acquire third-party funding, and to cooperate with partners in industry.The professorship is located at the Institute of Discrete Mathematics and Geometry at TU Wien. We anticipate a close collaboration with groups working at the Institute, as well as at the faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation or other faculties of TU Wien. Synergies with these institutes and at least the institutes represented within GCD and the experiments they are involved in are encouraged.We expect the applicant to be strongly motivated and well qualified to substantially contribute to the teaching (in English and in German) of the bachelor and master curricula of TU Wien, to participate in the teacher training programme "Darstellende Geometrie", and to participate in the academic management of the institute and faculty.Your profile:
Completed PhD in the field under consideration
Outstanding publication record in internationally recognized academic journals Teaching qualification (venia docendi) or an equivalent academic qualification
Pedagogic and didactic qualification for academic teaching of Mathematics, in English and German (in case the candidate does not yet possess sufficient knowledge of German, we expect a commitment to acquire German skills at a level suitable for teaching, for participation in the management of the institute and faculty as well as in governing bodies of the university)
Experience in the supervision of research projects of students and Postdocs
International research experience relevant to the field of specialization and international visibility Experience in the acquisition, completion and management of research projects
Ability and willingness to manage a research group
Competence and experience in the professional promotion of young scientists
On-site presence is expected
We offer:
Excellent working conditions in an attractive research environment
Strong network of research in Applied Geometry in Vienna (i.e.)
Attractive compensation and further benefits (see also:
) * Financial support of research activities in the first years (e.g. equipment endowment/ start-up funds)
Support in moving to Vienna
offers partners and families of the university professors appointed to TU Wien various support opportunities tailored to their individual situation * An employee-friendly environment in a city with an extraordinary high quality of lifeTU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour.People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.Classification in the pay grade A1 of the collective bargaining agreement for employees of universities and a minimum salary of EUR 92,460.20 gross annual is provided for. Furthermore, on top of the employee benefit fund, a company pension scheme will be set up for employees, depending on the duration of their employment, with the result that personnel benefits will increase. A higher salary depending on qualifications and experience is subject of appointment negotiations as well as detailed information about benefits.General information can be found at the following links:Applications in German or English must include at least the following documents:
A detailed curriculum vitae (complete with professional and academic background)
A short motivation letter
A presentation of previous academic activities including a survey of research and development projects carried out and of funding/grants raised (volume, duration, funding body etc), a list of patents, editorial and expert work, organized conferences and prices etc. as well as a list of lecturing and teaching activities evidenced by a list of the university courses held so far, a list of supervised scientific works of students and a list of invited lectures
A list of publications (including a link to a unique research identifier like ORCID) and copies of the most important publications
A research and teaching concept with considerations on the future positioning and further development of the field
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should be uploaded under the category: +add more documentsSimultaneous applications should not only include the motivation and reason for the joint application, but should also set out clearly and in detail the qualifications for each of the two applicants and should submit an own application. A joint concept for research and research-led teaching in relation to the organisation and management of a research division or group is also required. A single application for a part-time position is out of the question.We look forward to receiving your complete application documents by November 13th, 2025.
