Professorship (W 2) for Public Law, particularly International and European Law

Founded in 1991, the University of Potsdam (UP) 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 Law Faculty at the University of Potsdam invites applications for the following position to be filled as soon as possible:

The professorship covers the field of Public Law, particularly International and European Law, in both research and teaching. The position includes membership on the Governing Board of the University of Potsdams Human Rights Center. An outstanding research record in international law is required. Contribution to both general undergraduate teaching and Specialization Area 8 (International Law) is expected, as is the ability to teach courses in English and in-depth knowledge of German public law, documented by relevant academic qualifications. Participation in the facultys and universitys key research areas is desirable.

If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Roland Ismer (roland.ismer@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 avail-

able online at https://www.uni-potsdam.de/berufungen.

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 final hiring and