🌟 Why Work at the University of Tübingen?

Join one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious research universities, where tradition meets cutting-edge innovation. The University of Tübingen (Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen) combines world-class academic rigor with a dynamic, collaborative environment.

🔬 Research Excellence & Global Impact

Ranked among Germany’s Elite Universities (Exzellenzuniversität) since 2019

Leading roles in AI, Neuroscience, and Quantum Science clusters

Access to €150M+ annual research funding and 10 interdisciplinary collaborative centers

🌍 Work Culture & Diversity

35% international staff from 120+ countries

Family-friendly policies including flexible hours and on-campus childcare

Annual diversity awards recognizing inclusive workplace initiatives

🚀 Career Development & Support

Dual-career service for partner employment assistance

500+ annual training hours per employee across leadership and technical skills

Tenure-track programs with 95% retention rate for early-career researchers

💼 Employee Benefits

TV-L E13 salary scale + performance bonuses up to 18%

30 days annual leave + 14 public holidays

Subsidized housing in historic Tübingen Altstadt

🏛️ Living in Tübingen

A UNESCO-listed medieval town with #1 quality of life ranking among German university cities. Enjoy low crime rates, 480+ cultural events yearly, and direct ICE train connections to Stuttgart/Zurich.