Full Professorship in Digital Transformation Management (f/m/d), Full-time

The University of Applied Management Studies (HdWM) is a private, state-recognised university accredited by the German Council of Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat). HdWM is officially part of the international Global Education Network Group and a member of the Stifterverband für die Deutsche Wissenschaft.
We offer successful Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the fields of Management, Psychology, and Social Work. In addition, we are an established provider of executive and professional education for individuals and organisations, offering programmes ranging from short seminars to MBA degrees. HdWM cooperates with 57 corporate partners, ensuring a strong practical orientation throughout our academic programmes. Students from 28 countries are currently enrolled at HdWM, and our Career Service provides personalised career guidance and support.

This is a full-time position. 

The appointment is initially for two years, with the prospect of a permanent appointment subject to performance and mutual agreement.

For our Faculty of Business Administration, we invite applications for a

Professorship in Digital Transformation Management (f/m/d)

to commence on 1 October 2026 or at the earliest possible date thereafter.

The successful candidate will represent the field of Digital Transformation Management in teaching and research. A central aspect of the position is the delivery of courses in both German and English. We seek an individual with an established research profile in digital transformation and a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and knowledge transfer. The successful candidate is expected to contribute actively to research, teaching, collaboration with industry, and the strategic development of the faculty.

Your Profile
In accordance with the Baden-Württemberg State Higher Education Act (Landeshochschulgesetz) and HdWM's appointment regulations, applicants must fulfil the following requirements:

• A doctoral degree (PhD) in Business Administration, Information Systems, Digitalisation, or a closely related discipline 
• Demonstrated pedagogical aptitude, to be assessed during the appointment process (e.g. through a trial lecture) 
• Teaching experience in several of the following areas: 
  • Digital transformation strategy 
  • Digital business model innovation 
  • Digital business ecosystems 
  • Platform economy 
  • Digital strategy and competitive advantage 
  • Digital technologies and their organisational implications 
  • Artificial intelligence in organisations 
  • Data-driven decision-making 
  • Cloud computing and enterprise systems 
  • Internet of Things (IoT) 
  • Blockchain and emerging technologies 
  • Digital twins 
  • Data and analytics 
  • Digital governance and ethics 
• At least five years of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of three years outside the higher education sector 
• Excellent command of the English language 

Desirable Additional Qualifications

• An established research and publication record in the above-mentioned subject areas 
• Experience with digital and interactive teaching formats 
• International academic or professional experience 
• An existing network of companies and professional associations relevant to the field 

Desired Competencies

• Excellent communication skills 
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines 
• Experience in team development 
• International experience 
• Ability to attract external research funding 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching in German and English within the Bachelor's and Master's programmes in Business Administration, in accordance with the curriculum and applicable teaching-load regulations (Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung) 
• Supervision of Bachelor's and Master's theses 
• Engagement in applied research and knowledge transfer, including scientific publications and collaboration with industry partners 
• Participation in academic self-governance, including committee work, examination boards, and quality assurance activities 
• Contribution to curriculum development, accreditation procedures, and continuing and executive education programmes 
• Active participation in the university's national and international network of partner institutions and companies 

What We Offer

• A collegial and supportive working environment with short decision-making processes 
• Close interaction with highly motivated students in small class groups 
• Support for research activities and continuous professional development 
• Creative freedom to develop your own teaching initiatives and academic programmes 
• Opportunities to teach abroad 
• An initial two-year fixed-term contract with the prospect of a permanent appointment, subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement 

Equal Opportunity and Diversity
HdWM welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, disability, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Application Documents
Please submit your application as a single PDF file containing:

• A cover letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the position 
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and teaching experience 
• Copies of academic degree certificates and relevant references 
• Evidence of the required professional experience (e.g. employer references) 
• Teaching evaluations or other evidence of pedagogical aptitude, where available 
• A brief statement of your teaching and research interests (maximum two pages) 
• Your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations 

Application Deadline and Contact
Please send your complete application by 15 August 2026, quoting Reference No. HdWM-DT-100, to:

personal@hdwm.org
or
dolores.sanchez-bengoa@hdwm.org

For informal enquiries regarding the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Dolores Sanchez Bengoa.
Please note that, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), your application documents will be processed exclusively for the purposes of this appointment procedure and will be deleted no later than six months after the conclusion of the recruitment process unless you expressly consent to a longer retention period.

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