W2 Professorship in Digital Product Development

University of Applied Sciences
Around 1,600 students pursue their studies and research in attractive degree programs at Environmental Campus Birkenfeld of Trier University. We are the University of Applied Sciences, which has the highest level of research activity and third-party funding in Rhineland-Palatinate. This means we offer excellent conditions for carrying out projects in collaboration with regional and national industries.
Description
The professorship shown above is to be at the earliest possible date 2025 in the Department Environmental Planning/ Environmental Technology at the Environmental Campus Birkenfeld.
Tasks
Commitment to research, development and interdisciplinary cooperation is a prerequisite.
Courses are to be offered in German and if required also in English.
In addition to a strong commitment to teaching, active participation in the university’s academic self-governance is expected.
The state of Rhineland-Palatinate and Trier University of Applied Sciences support a supervision model that requires a high level of faculty presence at the university.
As a department, we offer a professional, collegial, and supportive environment with ample opportunities to conduct applied research and transfer projects. Research activities, including industry collaborations, are encouraged and may lead to a reduced teaching load. We both offer and expect dedicated collaboration within our team.
Recruitment requirements
For this professorship, we are looking for a committed person, who has gained extensive practical experience in digital product development with a focus on CAD in a responsible position within the mechanical engineering sector or a related field, and now wishes to share this expertise with our students through teaching and research.
In addition to the general labour law requirements, the recruitment requirements include at least
1. a successfully completed university degree in the field of mechanical engineering or a related degree programme with a specialist focus on the above-mentioned requirements,
2. pedagogical aptitude,
3. a special aptitude for scientific work, which is usually demonstrated by a qualifled doctorate, and
The appointment is made as a civil servant for life if the relevant legal requirements are met.
We offer
Trier University of Applied Sciences offers a variety of innovative and future-oriented research opportunities, as well as international and interdisciplinary collaboration possibilities. We provide all employees with a comprehensive range of professional development opportunities. As a certified family-friendly university, we offer extensive childcare options, along with support and guidance from the Family Service and the Dual Career Service.
Place of employment
Umwelt-Campus, Dienstort Birkenfeld
Proportion of women/ severe disability
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact the Head of the Appointment Committee
Herrn Prof. Dr.Ing. Michael Wahl
06782/17 1313
Application deadline
21.09.2025
Are you interested?