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Professorship in
Digital Transformation Management

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.

Full-timeMannheim

At a glance

The position in brief

Key facts

Start
1 October 2026 or at the earliest possible date thereafter
Scope
Full-time
Appointment
Initially for two years, with the prospect of a permanent appointment subject to performance and mutual agreement
Faculty
Faculty of Business Administration
Reference No.
HdWM-DT-100
Location
Mannheim

The position

About HdWM

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.

The position

The position

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.

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.

The position

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

The position

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

The position

Desired Competencies

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

The position

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

The position

What We Offer

01

A collegial and supportive working environment with short decision-making processes

02

Close interaction with highly motivated students in small class groups

03

Support for research activities and continuous professional development

04

Creative freedom to develop your own teaching initiatives and academic programmes

05

Opportunities to teach abroad

06

An initial two-year fixed-term contract with the prospect of a permanent appointment, subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement

The position

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.

The position

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

Application Deadline and Contact

Please send your complete application 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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Application

Your contact person

DSB

Prof. Dr. Dolores Sanchez Bengoa

Informal enquiries regarding the position
dolores.sanchez-bengoa@hdwm.org
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