TUD Young Investigators
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GOALS & BENEFITS
Our Goals
The "TUD Young Investigator" status strengthens excellent, independent junior research group leaders by fostering their integration into the faculties and
offering a qualification program tailored to their particular needs.
The aim of this scheme is to counteract the structural disadvantages sometimes experienced by this group of researchers due to their lack of defined status and inadequate or nonexistent connection to a faculty.
Your Rights
The status is awarded for a limited time and entails the following rights:
- Every "TUD Young Investigator" will be given a TUD university teacher as a mentor
and direct contact, - will be accepted by the faculty as an assessor and examiner in doctoral procedures, particularly with regard to the dissertations they (co-)supervise,
- will participate in teaching,
- will be integrated into their respective faculty, including the possibility
to attend public parts of Faculty Council meetings as a guest, - will get the opportunity to take part in a range of training individually designed
to address the needs of academics in this qualification phase.
YOUR APPLICATION
Who can apply?
- Junior research group leaders with fixed-term contracts with the TU Dresden
or a partner institution of the DRESDEN-concept, - with own budget and staff responsibility,
- who are academically independent and without affiliation to a professor,
- who heads a research group with at least two academics (excluding the head).
- In addition to a completed doctorate with a grade of at least very good,
evidence of performance suitable for postdoctoral lecturer qualification is necessary.
How does the application process work?
Making an application to the University’s Rectorial Board for the award of
TUD Young Investigator status requires the support of the respective Faculty.
To check if a respective Faculty of the TUD is willing to admit someone as a Young Investigator, interested candidates should initially contact the respective Dean.
Application for the "TUD Young Investigator" status (Download)
Agreement with the Faculty (Download)
After approving the application, the faculty forwards all signed application documents with the written statement from the Dean to the Rectorate of the TU Dresden.
Statement of the Faculty/Dean (Download)
The TUD Young Investigator Status is awarded for a limited period.
It is linked to the independent junior research group's duration or ends
with the TU Dresden leaving or the appointment to a professorship.
An extension for a maximum of one additional year is only possible
with the agreement and written statement by the faculty.
Application for extension of the TUD Young Investigator Status
WORKSHOPS
The Qualification Program FAST FORWARD is exclusively designed for TUD Young Investigators.
- Leadership in der Wissenschaft: Teams stimmig führen | September 2020
- Interdisciplinary Idea Development in the World of Projects | January 2021
Due to COVID 19 postponed. - Berufungstraining/Training on Appointment Procedure | March & April 2021
NETWORKING EVENTS
In addition to the workshops, our events also grant an excellent opportunity to get in touch with other research group leaders and expand one's network.
- Mensa Meet-Up: postponed due to the pandemic
- Regulars' Table | Great Garden | June 25, 2019| starting at 7:00 p.m
- Bonfire Night |Trillemündung (Elbe) | September 12, 2019 | starting at 6.00 p.m
TUD YOUNG INVESTIGATOR | AN OVERVIEW
School of Science
DR MAREIKE ALBERT
TU Dresden | Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD)
DR MARKO BRANKATSCHK
TU Dresden | Biotechnology Center (BIOTEC)
DR MICHAEL HILLER
Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
DR JÖRG MANSFELD
Technische Universität Dresden |Biotechnology Center (BIOTEC)
Center for Molecular and Cellular Bioengineering (CMCB)
DR MAXIMNINA YUN
Technische Universität Dresden | Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD)
Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
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The Faculty of Biology is one of five faculties of the School of Science at TU Dresden.
It is home to the four departments of botany, genetics, microbiology, and zoology and hosts a total of 13 chairs.
DR RENHAO DONG
TU Dresden
DR TOBIAS A. F. KÖNIG
Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden
DR FRANZISKA LISSEL
Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden
DR JULIAN THIELE
Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden
DR JULIANE SIMMCHEN
TU Dresden
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The Faculty of Chemistry and Food Chemistry is one of the five faculties of the field of Mathematics and Sciences.
It embraces 7 subject areas with 23 chairs.
DR CARLO CANNISTRACI
TU Dresden | Biotechnology Center (BIOTEC)
DR ALIAKSEI CHARNUKHA
Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (IFW)
DR KATERINA FALK
Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR)
DR ELISABETH FISCHER-FRIEDRICH
TU Dresden | Physics of Life (PoL)
DR BENJAMIN FRIEDRICH
TU Dresden | Center for Advancing Electronics Dresden (cfaed)
DR ION COSMA FULGA
Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (IFW)
DR JOHANNES GOOTH
Max-Planck-Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids (MPI CPfS)
DR OLEG JANSON
Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (IFW)
DR LUKAS JANSSEN
Technische Universität Dresden
DR AXEL LUBK
Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden (IFW)
DR TOBIAS MENG
Technische Universität Dresden
DR ABHINAV SHARMA
Leibniz Institute for Polymer Research Dresden (IPF)
DR HELMUT SCHULTHEISS
Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR)
DR FRANK SIEGERT
Technische Universität Dresden
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The Faculty of Physics benefits from broad international cooperation and a unique multitude of local external partners in the network of DRESDEN-concept.
Experimental and theoretical research focuses on condensed matter physics, particle and nuclear physics, complex quantum systems, and biophysics.
DR. JAKUB LIMANOWSKI
TU Dresden | Centre for Tactile Internet with Human-in-the-Loop (CeTI)
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The Faculty of Psychology considers itself to be an empirical human science with a focus on scientific experiments. Excellent research infrastructure and internationally renowned teams also offer young scientists the best start to their careers.
The Faculty of Psychology maintains a number of collaborations with other disciplines (e.g. neuroscience, psychiatry, genetics, occupational science, business, economics, education, IT, and philosophy).
There are presently no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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The Faculty of Mathematics, with its 27 professors, is one of the largest mathematical departments in Germany.
It is characterized by a broad research spectrum with several ERC grants, DFG projects, and participation in Clusters of Excellence, Collaborative Research Centres, and Graduate Schools.
It is thus central to various Research Priority Areas of TU Dresden and a connecting link between numerous interdisciplinary projects.
School of Engineering Sciences
DR FLORIAN JUG
Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
Center for Molecular Bioengineering (CBMG)
DR CHRISTOPH ZECHNER
Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
Center for Molecular Bioengineering (CBMG)
DR MARCO ZIMMERLING
Technische Universität Dresden | Center for Advancing Electronics Dresden (cfaed)
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The Faculty of Computer Science is one of the largest educational institutions for computer science in Germany.
Students can choose from 12 different courses of study and can graduate either as a Bachelor, Master, state examination, or with a Diploma - the latter proving to be a rare feature in Germany by now. This wide range of choices is complemented by international master programs and various structured PhD-programs.
DR SASCHA HEITKAM
Technische Universität Dresden | Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR)
DR IGOR ZLOTNIKOV
Technische Universität Dresden | Center for Molecular Bioengineering (B CUBE)
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For more than 180 years, the Faculty of Mechanical Science and Engineering has been providing research and teaching in the service of technology for people. With nearly 4900 students, it is the largest faculty at TU Dresden.
The six courses of study: mechanical engineering, process engineering and natural product engineering, materials science, textile and clothing technology, mechatronics, and regenerative energy systems combine a lot of specialization areas - from general mechanical engineering, lightweight construction, aerospace engineering, bioprocess engineering or food technology are only a few of the offered fields of study which can be chosen from depending on the course of studies.
There are at the moment no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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The Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering comprises 29 chairs and one junior professorship. The faculty's activities in teaching and research are correspondingly varied and cover the entire range of this area.
The faculty has an excellent network not only with international universities and research institutions but also with industry.
School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
There are at the moment no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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Since the 2010/2011 winter semester, the Faculty of Architecture has offered the reformed Architecture Diploma, as well as and the Landscape Architecture Bachelor and Masters degree programs.
It is also possible to obtain a dual degree in Architecture.
DR CHRISTINA SCHEFFLER
Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden (IPF)
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The Faculty of Civil Engineering offers its approximately 1,800 students in six specializations a solid and excellent education.
19 professors and more than 150 scientific staff research and teach at eleven institutes.
DR MARTINA ARTMANN
Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER)
DR ANETTE ELTNER
TU Dresden
DR MARTA MARKIEWICZ
TU Dresden
DR CATALIN STEFAN
TU Dresden
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The profile of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences is unique in Germany and also strongly international. It unites three essential environment-related science fields under one umbrella, and this interdisciplinary and international approach enables significant synergy benefits.
There are at present no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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More than 200 scientists research and teach at seven institutes and 20 professorships. The Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences offers six own study programs, including the diploma degree in Transport Engineering, the bachelor degree in Transport Economics, and four master programs.
There are at the moment no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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The Faculty of Business and Economics counts around 2.500 students. The spectrum of degrees offered is especially broad, with two Bachelor's programs (Business and Economics, Business and Economics Education), two Diploma programs (Industrial Engineering, Wirtschaftsinformatik), and five Master's programs (Business Administration, Economics, Business and Economics Education).
School of Medicine
DR TATIANA SANDOVAL GUZMÁN
TU Dresden | Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD)
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The School of Medicine of the TU Dresden comprises the high-performing Faculty of Medicine Carl Gustav Carus.
The innovative, close-to-the-patient teaching and the faculty’s internationally renowned, cutting-edge research can only be implemented through co-operation with the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus.
The exceptional scientific environment in Dresden and the numerous international collaborations are further decisive factors for the positive development of the University Medicine in Dresden.
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
There are at the moment no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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The Faculty of Education is the academic home of teaching, research, and of studies for the entire spectrum of educational sciences.
In terms of both enrolled and new students, the Faculty of Education is one of the largest Faculties of TU Dresden.
Presently, there are no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Science is characterized by a broad range of subjects from humanities and social sciences, offering multi-perspective, methodologically diverse, and socially highly relevant teaching and research, which at the same time is internationally networked and firmly anchored in the social and cultural life of the Culture Capital Dresden.
There are at present no TUD Young Investigators at this faculty.
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The Faculty of Linguistics, Literature and Cultural Studies at TU Dresden has been established in 1993. It currently comprises 23 chairs (including deputies). Including the Teaching Centre for Languages and Regional Studies as well as the Central European Centre for Political, Economic and Cultural Studies, the Faculty has around 190 academic employees. Currently, there are more than 4000 students enrolled in the courses of the Faculty.
ALUMNI
- PROF DR SIMON ALBERTI
Professor of Cellular Biochemistry | TU Dresden - DR CHRISTIAN BÖKEL
Philipps-Universität Marburg
- PROF DR LARS BORCHARDT
Professor for Inorganic Chemistry | Ruhr-University Bochum - PROF DR VOLKER BUSSKAMP
Professor for Degenerative Retinal Diseases | University of Bonn - JUN-PROF ILONA CROY
Head of Research Group Neural Markers | TU Dresden - PROF DR ÜNAL COSKUN
Paul-Langerhans-Institut Dresden (PLID) | TU Dresden - PROF DR ANDRÉ ECKARDT
Professor for Theoretical Physics | TU Berlin - DR INGMAR GLAUCHE
Institute for Medical Informatics and Biometrics | TU Dresden - PROF DR DOMINIK KRAUS
Professor High Energy Density Physics | University of Rostock - PROF DR MARKUS KRÖTZSCH
Professor for Knowledge-Based Systems | TU Dresden - JUN-PROF SANDER MÜNSTER
Juniorprofessor for Digital Humanities | Friedrich Schiller University Jena - PROF DR FRANK ORTMANN
Professor for Theoretical Methods in Spectroscopy | TU München -
PROF DR MICHAEL SCHLIERF
Professor for Molecular Biophysics | TU Dresden -
Assistant Professor for Experimental Biophysics | Kent State University (USA)
- PROF STEPHAN SPEIER
Professor for Pancreatic Islet Physiology | TU Dresden
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