The
Division of Rheumatology and Immunology
is looking for a
Tenure Track Professor of Vascular and Myeloid Cell Biology
Identification number: KA-RHEUM-2026-003718
Application time:
05/07/2026
We are looking for an excellent researcher with great potential to develop an internationally recognized research
agenda in the field of Translational Immunology, specifically focused on elucidating the mechanistic role(s) of myeloid
cells in the clinical pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases and vasculitides, through insights gained from rare
autoimmune and autoinflammatory conditions to common cardiometabolic diseases, such as atherosclerosis.
The position aims to bridge preclinical and clinical research in a 鈥渂ench to bedside and back again鈥� approach and to
address the knowledge gap between rare autoimmune disease pathology and common inflammatory cardiovascular
pathophysiology by leveraging aspects of macrophage and neutrophil biology (e.g. metabolic remodeling, cytokine
signaling) as a unifying mechanistic framework.
The Clinical Division of Rheumatology and Immunology and the Division of Physiology and Pathophysiology, have a
longstanding reputation in innovative pre-clinical and clinical research in vasculitides and cardiometabolic disease,
respectively, and beyond. Dual affiliation within these divisions provides a rich environment for synergy and interdisciplinary collaboration with basic scientists and clinicians. The university has ample core facility and
laboratory infrastructure, access to the Biobank Graz and relevant clinical samples, which support novel and stateof-the-art research.
The initial appointment is limited to six years. After the conclusion of a qualification agreement, the career
advancement goal is to transfer to a tenured position as an associate professor (tenure track professor pursuant to
搂 99 para. 5 and 6 of the Universities Act). If the candidate demonstrates outstanding and remarkable achievements,
the qualification agreement may be fulfilled more quickly.
Core duties and responsibilities:
- Conducting cutting-edge translational research in the field of myeloid cell biology, focusing on molecular
mechanisms of inflammation in the context of autoimmune vascular and cardiometabolic diseases
- Research on clinical cohorts and Med Uni Graz Biobank samples
- Producing high-quality scientific publications in the fields of vascular immunology, inflammation, and
immunometabolism
- Leading an internationally recognized research group and acquiring third-party funding
- Networking through national and international research collaborations
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising diploma and PhD students and mentoring and
promoting young researchers
- Supporting scientific and public outreach in the research area
Successful candidates must have the following qualifications:
- PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical or life sciences with a background in immunology,
vascular biology or a related field
- Profound research expertise in one of those fields: a) myeloid cell biology b) vascular inflammation c)
immunometabolism d) atherosclerosis
- Proven track record of high-quality publications and peer-reviewed research grants or other third-party
funding as a lead or principal investigator
- Experience in leading a research group
- Previous experience in teaching and/or (co)supervising pre- and postgraduate students
- Postdoctoral research fellowship abroad or at a different institution than where the PhD was completed
- High level of proficiency in both written and spoken English (equivalent to proficiency level C1 of the
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
- Within three years of employment: Proficiency in German sufficient for teaching at the Medical
University of Graz and participating in university committees (equivalent to proficiency level B1
of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
The ideal candidate has the following profile:
- Experience in functional and metabolic studies in myeloid cells
- Team player able to motivate colleagues and students
- Responsible work habits and problem-solving skills
- Empathy as well as communication and social skills
- Management and leadership skills
- Gender and diversity skills
Entry date:
03/25/2026
limited to 6 years
initially limited to 6 years, becoming a tenured position when the qualification agreement is met
Level of employment: 100%
Classification in employment group
A2
according to the collective agreement for university employees.
Application: The Medical University of Graz invites all applicants to submit their application online by May 7, 2026.
Please note that we can only consider complete applications that have been received by the application deadline. A list of the documents to be submitted can be found here.
Statutory information: The minimum remuneration is based on the collective agreement for university employees (KV § 49.2).
Scheduled date for job interview: June 17, 2026 at the Medical University of Graz
The Medical University of Graz is committed to increasing the proportion of women in management positions at universities in Austria and encourages qualified women to apply. Among applicants with equal qualifications, female applicants will be given priority. We also welcome applications from qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage them to apply.
Due to technical conditions, there may be restrictions on online applications. If you cannot access the application form using "Apply Now", please send your application documents to bewerbung@medunigraz.at.
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