Full Professorship (W 3) for Computer Science

Founded in 1991, the University of Potsdam has firmly established itself in the scientific landscape and has become an outstanding economic factor and development engine for the region. It has a high level of third-party funding, has won several awards for teaching, and has a service-oriented administration and has received several awards for being family-friendly. Around 20,000 students and 3,000 employees work at three locations - Am Neuen Palais, Griebnitzsee and Golm - at one of the most beautifully situated academic institutions in Germany.

The Faculty of Science, Institute of Computer Science, at the University of Potsdam invites applications for the following position to be filled as soon as possible:

We are looking for an outstanding researcher who will represent an area of computer science

in research and teaching that meaningfully complements the existing expertise at the institute.

Applicants should have an internationally recognized record of excellence in their research

area. The professorship is intended to be foundational in nature and to cover a broad range of

areas in computer science.

Possible research areas include, but are not limited to, artificial intelligence and machine learning,

human-computer interaction and socio-technical systems. Applications from excellent researchers

in other foundational areas of computer science are equally welcome. The successful

candidate is expected to engage with current interdisciplinary focus areas in data and cognitive

sciences. We look forward to a colleague who actively engages with the Institute of Computer

Science, embraces collaboration with neighboring institutes within the Faculty of Science,

and contributes to the vibrant research network of institutions and universities in the

Berlin-Brandenburg capital region – including participation in large-scale externally funded projects

and coordinated programs.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching in the bachelors and masters programs in computer science/computational science, data science and cognitive systems, and is expected to participate in academic self-governance. German language skills are not initially required.

If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Jakob Runge (jakob.runge@uni-potsdam.de).

The hiring process is subject to the requirements set forth in Section 43 subsection 1 sentence 1 no. 1 – 3 and no. 4 letter a of the Brandenburg Higher Education Act (BbgHG). The appointment procedure is conducted in accordance with Section 42 BbgHG.

The University of Potsdam values diversity and thus pursues the goals of equal opportunities and diversity in accordance with the general principle of equal treatment. One of the UPs strategic goals is to significantly increase the proportion of women in research and teaching. Therefore, the UP expressly invites applications from qualified female scientists. People with a severe disability will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Periods of time taken for parental leave or caregiving are taken into account when assessing applicants academic careers. The implementation of equality and diversity standards in the respective field of work is expected.

The University of Potsdam offers dual career support and coaching for newly appointed professors.

Please submit your application, with the relevant documentation, via email to ausschreibungen@uni-potsdam.de by September 30, 2026. Further information is available online at https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/arbeiten-an-der-up/appointments/appointment-procedures/application

According to the Civil Servants Act of the State of Brandenburg (“Landesbeamtengesetz”), an inquiry must be made to the Domestic Intelligence Service prior to the completion of the hiring and appointment as a civil servant in the state of Brandenburg. Information on the lawfulness and the procedure is available here.

Publication

• Forschung & Lehre: 31.08.2026
• ZEIT: 03.09.2026