Distinguished Lecturer in Physics (m/f/d)

top 25 percent out of more than 1.900 universities worldwide and is ranked as the second most international university in the world. Currently, 2.300 students from 120 nations live and study on our residential campus.

The School of Science at Constructor University invites applications from interested candidates for the following position, to be filled ideally by 01.08.2026:

Distinguished Lecturer in Physics (m/f/d)

(full time; 38.5 hrs./week; limited to 2 years)

Your Responsibilities:

• Conducting and organizing physics laboratory courses for undergraduate students in their 1st and 2nd semesters.
• Involvement in teaching Bachelor level courses such as Advanced Physics Lab I & II, Atoms and Molecules, and Modern Physics.
• Supervising, instructing, and evaluating students as part of the academic curriculum.
• Contributing to the further development of curricula for Bachelor and Master degree programs.
• Advising students (also as part of regular office hours).
• Oversight and management of examinations and supervision of theses in Bachelor and Master programs and doctoral projects.
• Consistently seeking to improve the quality of teaching by seeking and acting on regular feedback.
• Positively representing Constructor University in the scientific and public communities.
• Development and innovative use of teaching technologies to support exceptional teaching and learning.

Your Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics
• Experience and success in teaching in the context of international and diverse environments
• Affinity to digital teaching tools and content implementation into learning management systems
• Responsible, self-motivated person able to work independently and as a part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Intercultural experience and competence
• Fluency in English, the language of instruction and communication on campus

What you can expect at Constructor University:

• Individual on-boarding, career- and development planning
• In collaboration with Deutsche Dienstrad – Lease a company bike, whether it's a bicycle, road bike, or e-bike, for both private and business use.
• 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. Dr. Susanne Illenberger, via Mail (deansoffice@constructor.university).

A complete application includes the following materials:

1. a cover letter,
2. a curriculum vitae with a publication list,
3. a statement on teaching experience and philosophy,
4. copies of certificates and diplomas,
5. certification of English proficiency (optional),
6. at least two recommendation letters with at least one of them addressing teaching experience and ability.

The review of applications will begin immediately.

Please note that only applications submitted through the official application portal will be considered for recognition.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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