Full Professorship (W3) for 'Pure Mathematics' (f/m/d)

Heidelberg University is a comprehensive university with a strong focus on research and international standards. With around 32,200 students and 9,540 employees, including numerous top researchers, it is a globally respected institution that also has outstanding economic significance for the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at Heidelberg University invites applications for a Full Professorship (W3) for -Pure Mathematics- (f/m/d) at the Institute for Mathematics starting Winter semester 2027/28. We are seeking an internationally outstanding scientist (f/m/d) whose research focus lies in a modern direction of algebraic geometry taking into consideration its ties to neighbouring areas. The appointment aims to strengthen and extend the existing research spectrum at the Institute for Mathematics. Candidates shall be capable of actively contributing to existing research collaborations – such as the CRC/TRR 326 – as well as to new cooperative initiatives, and of assuming a visible role in acquiring third-party funding. The position offers the excellent and active scientific environment of a University of Excellence, along with resources and support appropriate to the profile of the position.

Participation in academic self-governance and contributions to teaching – including courses from the core mathematics curriculum – are required. Prerequisites for an application are (in accordance with Article 47, Paragraph 1 of the Higher Education Law of the Federal State of Baden-Württemberg) a university degree, an outstanding doctorate, successful teaching experience and (in accordance with Article 47, Paragraph 2 of the Higher Education Law of the Federal State of Baden-Württemberg) a habilitation, a successfully evaluated junior professorship, or equivalent qualifications. Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified.

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