University Professorship in Mathematics Education

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The Faculty of Mathematics and Physics invites applications for the following position of Salary Scale W3 NBesO as soon as possible: University Professorship in Mathematics Education

The Position

We are seeking a scholar with an outstanding academic record at both the national and international level, who represents the full breadth of mathematics education in research and teaching. The professorship will complement and strengthen the existing — including externally funded — research activities in mathematics education at the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics. Teaching duties comprise foundational and advanced courses in mathematics education for students preparing to teach at academic secondary schools (Gymnasium) as well as at vocational schools.

Your Profile

We expect

• an internationally recognised research record in mathematics education, evidenced by high-impact publications and other academic achievements;
• a research focus on qualitative or quantitative empirical research into mathematics-related teaching and learning processes, or on qualitative or quantitative empirical research into digitally supported mathematics learning, particularly incorporating new tools and methods such as artificial intelligence;
• an independent and forward-looking research programme that meaningfully complements and expands the profile of the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics and the Faculty;
• extensive teaching experience in mathematics education within secondary-level teacher training;
• a proven track record in securing external funding.

We welcome

• a specialisation in school-based mathematics education or in university-level mathematics education;
• a willingness to engage in academic collaboration with the mathematics and physics education research groups at the Institute for the Didactics of Mathematics and Physics, as well as with the subject-specific research groups within the faculty;
• a willingness to actively participate in the Leibniz School of Education (LSE) and the Centre for Higher Mathematics Education (khdm);
• a willingness to analyse developments in the field of digital media and tools on a sound academic basis and to actively contribute to shaping them, thereby helping to define the profile of teacher training in the natural sciences and technical subjects at Leibniz University Hannover.

What we can offer you

LUH offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community combined with an exceptional standard of living in a modern city surrounded by nature. 

In addition, LUH provides numerous opportunities for further education and training as well as many services to support families. The Dual Career Service at LUH is aimed at the partners of newly-appointed professors and provides support with career perspectives in Hannover and the surrounding region. As a central point of contact for international researchers, the Welcome Centre provides information, service and help on non-academic queries for you and your family concerning your stay in Hannover (e.g. official administrative procedures).

Leibniz University Hannover promotes equal opportunities, diversity and a balance between work and family life (Equal Opportunities Office). For this reason, female researchers are particularly encouraged to apply. Furthermore, we welcome applications from international researchers. Preference will be given to equally-qualified applicants with disabilities (Representative for employees with disabilities). Upon request, part-time employment is possible.

Further information

Candidates aged 50 or over at the intended time of appointment who do not already have civil servant status in Germany will be employed as regular members of staff.

General duties and employment requirements are specified in § 25 of the Lower Saxony Higher Education Act (NHG). For detailed information on employment requirements, please contact the Department for Appointment Matters.

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Annika Wille (tel.: +49 511 762-19358, email: [email protected]). 

Please submit your documents by November 30, 2026 exclusively via the appointment portal of Leibniz University Hannover at:

https://berufungen.uni-hannover.de

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