Professorship in Sensory System Neuroscience, University of Oldenburg, Germany

Summary

The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg invites applications for a permanent W2 Professorship in Sensory System Neuroscience within the Department of Neurosciences, Faculty VI – Medicine and Health Sciences. The role focuses on central sensory processing, neuronal population activity in behaving animals, and sensorimotor control in non-primate vertebrates using modern methodologies such as high-density electrophysiology, optical imaging, or functional ultrasound imaging. Candidates must possess significant research expertise, a successful track record in third-party funding, and high-impact peer-reviewed publications. Responsibilities include teaching neurobiology at undergraduate and graduate levels in German and English, contributing to academic self-governance, participating in university collaborations with Bremen, and submitting four-page research and teaching concepts with the application.

Key Facts

Employer	University of Oldenburg
Department	Faculty VI – Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Neurosciences
Position Type	Professor
Discipline	Neuroscience / Biology / Medicine
Research Area	Sensory System Neuroscience
Degree Required	Hiring requirements according to § 25 NHG
Experience	Expertise in animal experimental research on sensory processing in the vertebrate brain (excluding primates), proven experience in modern methods for measuring neuronal population activity, and successful acquisition of competitive third-party funding.
Salary	W2
Contract Duration	Permanent
Language	German and English
Deadline	2026-11-29
Required Documents	Research concept (max. 4 pages), Teaching concept (max. 4 pages)
Employer Address	Ammerländer Heerstraße 114–118, 26129, Lower Saxony

About the Project

The research focuses on central sensory processing in vertebrate systems, analyzing neuronal population activity in behaving animals, and exploring sensory-guided behaviors. Key objectives include investigating how central neuronal networks represent and integrate multisensory information to translate it into natural behaviors such as communication, social interaction, orientation, navigation, or decision-making using cutting-edge methods like high-channel electrophysiology and imaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research on central sensory processing, neuronal population activity, and sensory-guided behavior in vertebrate systems
• Apply modern system neuroscience measurement techniques such as high-channel electrophysiology, optical imaging, or functional ultrasound imaging
• Bridge invertebrate and vertebrate systems as well as basic and translational research
• Drive forward planned collaborative initiatives in multimodal and behavioral neuroscience
• Represent the entire discipline of neurobiology in teaching in both German and English for Bachelor's and Master's programs
• Advise and support the academic career development of students and staff
• Actively participate in the cooperation with the University of Bremen and in academic self-governance

Required Skills

• Expertise in animal experimental research on sensory processing in the vertebrate brain (excluding primates)
• Proven experience in modern methods to measure neuronal population activity (e.g., high-channel electrophysiology, multiphoton microscopy, or functional ultrasound imaging)
• Successful acquisition of competitive external funding
• Excellent publications in peer-reviewed international journals
• Very good English language skills and willingness to acquire sufficient German within three years

Who Should Apply

System neuroscientists holding the qualifications required by § 25 NHG with expertise in vertebrate sensory processing (excluding primates) and advanced techniques like electrophysiology or optical imaging should apply. Candidates must have a strong publication record, third-party funding success, fluency in English, and a commitment to acquire sufficient German within three years.

Benefits

• Creative, international, and inspiring working environment fostering interdisciplinary collaborations
• Extensive service and advisory offers, including support for international scholars, family-work balance, and grant applications
• Diverse continuing education opportunities across all career stages and occupational health management
• Certified family-friendly university on a vibrant and sustainable campus

About the Employer

The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg features a Department of Neurosciences that integrates basic and translational research on sensory systems across molecular, cellular, peripheral, and central levels, linking the Excellence Clusters Hearing4all and NaviSense.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is November 29, 2026.

What language requirements are there?

Very good English skills are required. Courses are offered in German and English, and applicants must be willing to acquire sufficient German language skills within three years.

How should the application be submitted?

Applications must be submitted exclusively online through the appointment portal (Berufungsportal) at https://jobs.uol.de.