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Professor (m/f/x) – Grade W2

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Reference number # 2025-110-PROF-BW

The professorship includes

• representing the fields of entrepreneurship and innovation management, including related areas such as business model innovation, design thinking, lean and open innovation, foresight methods, and intrapreneurship — with a special emphasis on AI and digital transformation in both teaching and applied research
• delivering hands-on, project-based teaching primarily in English, integrating real-world application into the classroom
• employing contemporary, student-centered teaching approaches (e.g., blended learning, challenge-based learning, hackathons, and innovation sprints)
• contributing actively to the Entrepreneurship Centre ROCkET, e.g., by mentoring start-up projects
• supervising student research, including bachelor’s and master’s theses, as well as doctoral work
• developing and maintaining international academic partnerships
• contributing to the ongoing development of academic programs and university governance, as well as in continuing education initiatives
• engaging in (interdisciplinary) third-party-funded projects and contributing to applied research and publication activities

The responsibilities of the professorship are defined by Art. 59 of the Bayerisches Hochschul­innovations­gesetz. The position also includes teaching general business administration subjects.

What you bring

• a relevant and completed university degree, preferably in business or a related field (For non-German university degrees, a certificate evaluation issued by the ZAB [Central Office for Foreign Education] must be submitted during the recruitment process for the final assessment of eligibility requirements.)
• demonstrated aptitude for academic research, typically evidenced by the quality of a completed doctorate
• strong didactic and pedagogical skills
• outstanding achievements in the application or development of academic knowledge and methods, demonstrated through at least five years of professional experience following graduation, including a minimum of three years outside the higher education sector
• significant experience in founding or holding a leadership role in a start-up, along with a strong network in the international start-up scene
• hands-on experience with structured innovation processes, ideally in an international context
• excellent proficiency in both English and German, and the ability and willingness to teach in both languages
• a passion for transferring practical experience and methodological expertise to students through teaching and applied research
• a record of publications, experience with third-party funding, and/or involvement in research and transfer projects related to entrepreneurship and innovation management
• a collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for contributing to the development of the academic field and the university

What we offer

• a civil servant position for life, subject to legal requirements
• the freedom to explore innovative ideas in entrepreneurship and innovation management across teaching, research, and academic service
• strong connections to regional and international entrepreneurial ecosystems
• excellent opportunities to initiate and lead third-party-funded projects in a practically oriented environment at a research-driven technical university of applied sciences
• opportunities for global and European teaching and research collaborations
• a stimulating work environment with flexible hours, family-friendly policies, and dynamic exchange with engaged colleagues
• a workplace that values equal opportunity, inclusion, and professional development for all faculty and staff
• access to diverse internal and external training programs
• comprehensive health, wellness, and counseling services

Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences is committed to fostering equality in the workplace regardless of origin, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We strongly encourage qualified women who are passionate about research and teaching to apply. For support and inquiries, please contact the Office of the University Women’s Representative at frauenbeauftragte@th-rosenheim.de. Applicants with severe disabilities will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified. Appointment as a civil servant is possible until the age of 52.

To ensure a smooth application process, please apply online via our (application deadline: May 25, 2025).

Further details on required documents can be found on our website: .

For questions about formal aspects of the position, please contact Mr. Thomas Schober, phone: +49 8031 805-2268, e-mail: thomas.schober@th-rosenheim.de.

For questions regarding academic content or the professorship itself, please reach out to the Chair of the Appointment Committee, Prof Dr Carolin Fleischmann, phone: +49 8031 805-2460, e-mail: carolin.fleischmann@th-rosenheim.de.