University Professor of Movement Science

Organisation/Company Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Research Field Other Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Positions Postdoc Positions Final date to receive applications 3 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number J185-2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

The Institute of Sports at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Media, and Sports invites applications for the position of

University Professor of Movement Science

to be filled at the earliest possible date.
Salary grade W 3 LBesG | Civil servant with unlimited tenure

Tasks and expectations:

We are looking for a leading researcher to represent the field of movement science in sports in both research and teaching. Candidates are expected to have an internationally recognized research profile in the fields of movement analysis, movement control, and movement learning, with a strong focus on practical applications and the potentional for collaboration. Experience in the field of biomechanical research methods is required.

Previous research experience in one or more of the following areas is desired:

• Sensor-based motion analysis
• Smart health
• Motor imagery & learning

Areas of application may include competitive or high-performance sports (training and competition), recreational sports, school sports, or health promotion (primary prevention). Research approaches focused on diversity or a thematic emphasis on women and girls in sports are advantageous.

The professorship’s responsibilities include teaching the fundamentals of movement science, research methods, and applied concepts in all degree programs offered by the Institute of Sports.

The successful candidate is expected to teach in a didactically sound and committed manner, make active contributions to shaping the curriculum, and be willing to participate in academic self-administration and be involved in continuing education programs.

In addition to the general requirements according to public services law, applicants must meet the recruitment requirements stipulated in section 49 of the Hochschulgesetz of Rhineland-Palatinate.

• Doctorate and habilitation, or academic achievements equivalent to a habilitation, in the expected research profile
• Outstanding research potential, demonstrated by publications and the acquisition of external funding

Teaching:

• Proof of teaching achievements and university-level teaching experience across a broad range of subjects within the field
• Ability and willingness to teach courses in English and German

The state of Rhineland-Palatinate and JGU are committed to the close personal mentoring of students and therefore expect teaching staff to have a strong presence at the university. A cooperative, team-oriented and proactive work attitude, strong communication skills, and the willingness to assume responsibility – including further professional development in accordance with JGU’s leadership guidelines – is also expected.

What we have to offer:

JGU firmly supports making family and career compatible and promotes its employees’ further professional development with an extensive range of human resources development opportunities.

JGU places great value on the diversity of its professorial staff and aims to increase the number of women in research and teaching and therefore encourages female researchers to apply.

Candidates with severe disabilities or with equivalent status (as defined by section 2 subsection 3 of the Ninth Book of the Social Code, SGB IX) and appropriate qualifications will be given priority.

Selection process

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute The Institute of Sports at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Media, and Sports i Country Germany State/Province Rheinland-Pfalz City Mainz Postal Code 55122 Street Saarstraße 21 Geofield