University Professor (all genders) Specialist field of Applied Geometry

Technische Universität Wien

TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation at TU Wien, the position of a University Professor (all genders) in the field of Applied Geometry with permanent (full-time) contractual employment is to be filled as of October 2026.
This is a professorship regulated by § 98 of the 2002 Universities Act (UG).

The Institute of Discrete Mathematics and Geometry at TU Wien is searching for outstanding candidates to fill a tenured University Professorship in Applied Geometry, in particular (though not exclusively) in classical geometry, discrete differential geometry, computational geometry, computational algebraic geometry. Applications may include Visual Computing, Computer Graphics, Geometry Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Architectural Design, Structural Design, Computational Fabrication, and other areas of Science and Technology.

The applicant’s trend-setting scientific profile shall complement and expand on-going research activities in Applied Geometry, especially within the Center for Geometry and Computational Design (GCD) at TU Wien. We expect the successful candidate to be an international leader in Applied Geometry with excellent embedding into the global research community, the proven ability to lead an independent research team, a demonstrated ability to acquire third-party funding, and to cooperate with partners in industry.

The professorship is located at the Institute of Discrete Mathematics and Geometry at TU Wien. We anticipate a close collaboration with groups working at the Institute, as well as at the faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation or other faculties of TU Wien. Synergies with these institutes and at least the institutes represented within GCD and the experiments they are involved in are encouraged.

We expect the applicant to be strongly motivated and well qualified to substantially contribute to the teaching (in English and in German) of the bachelor and master curricula of TU Wien, to participate in the teacher training programme "Darstellende Geometrie", and to participate in the academic management of the institute and faculty.

Your profile:

• Completed PhD in the field under consideration
• Outstanding publication record in internationally recognized academic journals Teaching qualification (venia docendi) or an equivalent academic qualification
• Pedagogic and didactic qualification for academic teaching of Mathematics, in English and German (in case the candidate does not yet possess sufficient knowledge of German, we expect a commitment to acquire German skills at a level suitable for teaching, for participation in the management of the institute and faculty as well as in governing bodies of the university)
• Experience in the supervision of research projects of students and Postdocs
• International research experience relevant to the field of specialization and international visibility Experience in the acquisition, completion and management of research projects
• Ability and willingness to manage a research group
• Competence and experience in the professional promotion of young scientists
• On-site presence is expected

We offer:

• Excellent working conditions in an attractive research environment
• Strong network of research in Applied Geometry in Vienna (i.e.)
• Attractive compensation and further benefits (see also: Fringe-Benefits)
• Financial support of research activities in the first years (e.g. equipment endowment/ start-up funds)
• Support in moving to Vienna
• Dual career advice offers partners and families of the university professors appointed to TU Wien various support opportunities tailored to their individual situation
• An employee-friendly environment in a city with an extraordinary high quality of life

TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour.

People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us

Application Management:
Phone: +43 (1) 588 01 406201 Carmen Keck, Information of the application process

Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation:
Phone: +43 (1) 588 01 DW 12225 Dekan Wolfgang Wagner
Phone: +43 (1) 58801 20010 Dean´s Office Stefan Kornher

Professors appointment service:
Information about the current status of the procedure