Professorship in Computer Science, with a focus on software engineering

Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences in southern Thuringia is a renowned and modern campus-based university with a close-knit atmosphere—approximately 3,000 students from more than 80 countries are enrolled in the departments of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Economics, and Business Law benefit from more than 120 years of experience and tradition, as well as a network of over 150 partner universities worldwide.

The Department of Computer Science is seeking to fill the following full-time position as soon as possible:

Professorship in Computer Science,
with a focus on software engineering

(W2 / Reference Number SI 4)

The responsibilities include activities in research and teaching as well as in academic self-governance, particularly in the field of computer science with a focus on software engineering.

Applicants are expected to have in-depth knowledge of software engineering as well as practical experience in project management. Experience in the areas of web application engineering and modern programming techniques is desirable. Additionally, applicants are expected to teach courses in English.

Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences values diversity and therefore welcomes applications regardless of the applicants’ gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and worldview, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity. Increasing the proportion of women at our institution is a particular priority; applications from suitably qualified women are therefore especially encouraged. Individuals with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

We are seeking candidates who meet the requirements set forth in § 84 of the Thuringian Higher Education Act (ThürHG). For more information on the above regulations, please contact the university’s Human Resources and Legal Affairs Department (Phone: 03683 688-1301; Email: s.hauser@hs-sm.de).

If you have any questions regarding gender equality issues, please contact the university’s Equal Opportunity Officer (Phone: 03683 688-1632; Email: s.saarmann@hs-sm.de). The university’s representative for persons with severe disabilities is also available to provide information (Phone: 03683 688-1053; Email: t.wenzel@hs-sm.de).

Please submit your detailed application by November 30, 2026, at the latest, via email to
personal@hs-schmalkalden.de or by mail to the following address:

Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences
The President • Blechhammer 4-9 • 98574 Schmalkalden
www.hs-schmalkalden.de/hochschule/karriere

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www.hs-schmalkalden.de/datenschutz.

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