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Full professorship position in hydrogeology at the FU Berlin
Freie Universität Berlin, , Germany
Apply before: 26 April 2021


Professorship for Hydrogeology

We, the Institute of Geological Sciences at the Freie Universität Berlin Germany, are offering a full professorship in Hydrogeology (German W3 salary grade – highest rank professorship).


We are looking for a motivated colleague working on cutting-edge research questions in the field of hydrogeology. We are especially interested in a person that thinks and works interdisciplinary, is willing to cooperate in joint, interdisciplinary projects and strengthens our scientific team here at the institute.


With the appointment, the candidate will obtain a full permanent position with no tenure-track procedure involved. Moreover, the successful candidate will be provided with technical and scientific infrastructure and staff positions. Teaching at M.Sc. level courses will be in English, but is expected to be in German at the BSc level after some years of transition time.


The Berlin and Potsdam area provide a stimulating research environment for the geosciences with a tight network of university and non-university geoscientific research institution (e.g., the Geo-X Consortium https://www.geo-x.net/en/). External funding can be obtained from several German as well as European Funding agencies. The funding rates here in Germany are high when compared internationally.


Berlin is an international and diverse metropolis, well known for its interesting history, numerous cultural institutions and vibrant lifestyle, attracting people from all over the world. Our GeoCampus is located in the south of Berlin, so both, living in an international urban center or in Berlin’s green surroundings is equally possible with minimum commuting times.


Germany in general and the FU Berlin in particular offer extraordinary amenities and benefits for families. Beside 14-month of paid parental leave, free full-time kindergarten, a free education system (schools & universities), and financial benefits from the federal and local government, the FU Berlin facilitates the family life of scientific staff with extra babysitter services and Dual-Career programs https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/universitaet/beruf-karriere/familienfreundlichkeit/index.html.


This is an opportunity to build a strong and successful research group in the exciting field of hydrogeology in this vibrant scientific hub of the Berlin/ Potsdam area, our integrative and collaborative institute and urban metropolis.


We would like to encourage you to apply to this position (we are excepting late applications until April 26th.). The job description is attached (scroll down to the second page for the English version.


Please contact us by email or just give as a call in case you have any questions:


Anne Bernhardt Anne.bernhardt@fu-berlin.de


Best Wishes from Berlin,
Anne Bernhardt


Anne Bernhardt
Professor for Sedimentary Systems
Freie Universität Berlin
Institute of Geological Sciences

Sedimentary Systems & Tectonics

Of interest for:
  • Hydrology Focus Research Group