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Appointment of professors
Appointment procedures are a central element in advancing research and teaching at our faculty. We pursue a strategic appointment policy to strengthen our research priorities and continuously refine our research profile.
Due to the unique organizational structure of Bochum University Medicine, we conduct appointment procedures in clinical disciplines under our leadership in close coordination with the respective hospital operator, where the professorship is based.
Our team is happy to assist you with any questions or if you are interested in a professorship.
Current vacancies
Here you will find an overview of the current vacancies for professorships at our Faculty of Medicine. The application deadlines and detailed information are given in the respective job advertisements.
University Professor of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine as Director of the Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Nuclear Medicine (successor to Prof. Abolmaali)
Value: W3-analogue
Location: St. Josef Hospital Bochum
Deadline: 21.03.2025 – 04.04.2025
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University Professor for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy as Director of the Clinic for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy
Value: W3-analogue
Location: LWL-Universitätsklinikum Bochum
Deadline: 09.04.2025
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University professorship as Director of the Clinic for Vascular Surgery
Value: W3-analog
Location: St. Josef-Hospital Bochum
Deadline: 14.03.2025 – 25.04.2025
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Professorship for Internal Medicine and Pulmonology as Section Head of Interventional Endoscopy – Thoracic Tumors
Value: W2
Location: St. Josef-Hospital Bochum Universitätsklinik der Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Deadline: 24.03.2025
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Junior professorship for modern reconstructive hand surgery and rehabilitation
Value: W1 with later tenure-track appointment (W2)
Location: Berufsgenossenschaftliches Universitätsklinikum Bergmannsheil
Deadline: 03.04.2025
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Applying for a professorship
Thank you for your interest in applying for one of our advertised professorships. To apply, please send the following documents in the specified order in a single PDF file in digital format only to berufungen-medizinrub "«@&.de:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae with details of academic and professional career
- List of publications, list of third-party funds and list of courses,
list of performed surgeries (only in case of surgical fields) - Scientific concept and (for clinical subjects) presentation of the clinical focus
- Certificates: if applicable, certificate of appointment (professorship) or certificate of the APL professorship title, if applicable, recognition as a specialist doctor, habilitation certificate, doctorate certificate, license to practice medicine, certificate of graduation
Please attach the application form separately as a Word file. In the case of a clinical professorships, the application must also be sent to the clinic to be advertised. For details, please refer to the respective advertisement text.
Frequently asked questions
I can't find an application deadline in the job advertisement - when can I submit my application by?
In principle, the application deadline is six weeks after publication of the advertisement. However, you will find an exact deadline on our website.
Applications can also be submitted after the deadline. The appointment committee will decide whether applications submitted after the deadline will be considered. Please note that it may no longer be possible to consider applications after the deadline has passed and the appointment procedure is at an advanced stage.
How long does an appeal procedure take
An appointment procedure at our faculty usually takes between 12 and 18 months, from the publication of the advertisement to the final appointment of the professorship. This period can vary depending on the complexity, the specific requirements of the procedure and possible delays. Phases such as reviewing applications, conducting interviews and mock interviews and the final decision of the appointment committee contribute to the overall duration. We strive to make the process as efficient as possible but ask for your understanding if individual steps in the process are delayed.
Who is part of the appointment committee?
An individual committee is formed for each appointment procedure, which is tailored to the advertised professorship. The committee is made up of professors from the campus and clinic, representatives of academic staff, technical and administrative staff and students. In addition, the decentralized Equal Opportunities Officer of the faculty, an appointment officer of the RUB and, if necessary, a representative of the clinic sponsor accompany the procedure in an advisory capacity.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide any information on the exact composition of the committees.
I have been invited to give trial lectures. Does the presentation have to be given in German or English?
We request that lectures be given in German. Deviations from this rule should be agreed with the Dean's Office in advance.
What is the status of my case?
We cannot provide any information about the current status of your application while the process is ongoing. We will inform all applicants in due course about the progress of the procedure and the next steps.
How are the clinical professorships organized within the respective hospital operators and at Ruhr University Bochum?
Due to the unique organizational structure of Bochum University Medicine, our clinical professors receive an employment contract with the respective hospital operator, the title of Associate Professor (APL Professor), and official membership status in accordance with Section 9(2) of the Hochschulgesetz NRW (HG) through Ruhr University Bochum. This status grants them the same rights and responsibilities as university professors on campus. These professorships are advertised as equivalent to W3 or W2 positions.
Downloads
Application form (DOCX)
