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Professor for Strategic Leadership in Digital Transformation

Confidential company · Potsdam · Posted May 20, 2026

Public summary

A leading university of applied sciences in Germany is seeking a Professor to deliver high-quality teaching and impactful research in Strategic Leadership, Digital Transformation, and Organizational Change. The role involves teaching Bachelor and Master programmes, curriculum development, and collaboration with industry and research partners. The position requires a strong record of academic research, professional experience, and English fluency, with opportunities to influence leadership education and participate in global academic initiatives.

Location and work setup

Location
Potsdam
Remote status
On-site
German requirement signal
No German Required Detected
Detected job language
English

Responsibilities

Teach and manage modules across Bachelor and Master programs focused on Strategic Leadership and Digital Transformation; develop and update curricula incorporating agile leadership and digital strategies; supervise student assessments and examinations; engage actively in program development, quality assurance, and accreditation processes; establish collaborative partnerships with industry and research organizations; contribute to academic administration and committees; lead research projects and publish in peer-reviewed journals; support outreach and recruitment activities.

Qualifications

A completed university degree in Strategic Management, Business Administration, Leadership Studies, Organizational Development, or Digital Business; outstanding doctorate or equivalent high-impact academic publications; minimum three years of professional experience including two outside academia after a master's degree; proven university-level teaching competence with excellent student evaluations; fluency in English; international academic or industry experience preferred; demonstrated research leadership and success in obtaining third-party funding; experience in curriculum development and accreditation is advantageous.

Skills

Strategic Management Digital Leadership Organizational Change Agile Leadership Digital Transformation Curriculum Development Research Publication Student Supervision Blended Learning Online Teaching Interactive Learning Project Leadership Third-Party Funding Acquisition