Future Professors Week – Your Path to an Academic Career in Germany!

Germany’s Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS) link academia and industry, offering teaching-focused, research-driven careers with strong industry collaboration.

Are you considering a career in academia or exploring opportunities in the German job market? Our Future Professors Week in Berlin provides tailored guidance and hands-on workshops to help you navigate the next steps of your career.

About the event

The Future Professors Week, will take place from Tuesday, October 14, to Friday, October 17, 2025, in Berlin. It offers an intensive programme designed for international researchers, postdocs, and industry professionals with an academic background looking to transition (back) into academia in Germany.

Through hands-on workshops, networking sessions, and expert insights, this event will equip you with the knowledge and tools to successfully plan your career as a UAS professor. Learn about the unique career pathways, the application process, and the research and teaching opportunities that set UAS apart from traditional universities.

Why you should apply

Expand your network

Connect with professors, appointment and hiring committees, and fellow researchers who have successfully transitioned into industry or UAS careers.

Unlock your career potential

Get exclusive insights into the professorship track at Universities of Applied Sciences and find out how your industry experience is a major asset.

Discover HTW Berlin

Join us for a week full of workshops, exploring the city, and best of all, free of charge. All expenses are covered by the university.

Everything is covered

The programme comes at no cost to you and includes four nights at a hotel in Berlin (Monday to Friday), as well as all transfer cost to and in Berlin. Additionally, meals, workshops, and the complete programme are fully covered by HTW Berlin.

Who can apply

The programme is aimed towards academic professionals (regardless of age) who either finished their doctorate no more than 5 years ago, or have already started their doctoral project (i.e. completion within the next 3 - 5 years). The doctorate should be in a subject area that is included in the HTW Berlin curriculum.

Additionally, German language skills (A2/B1) and first professional experience outside higher education are beneficial.

The application deadline is June 30. We will begin reviewing submissions immediately and notify selected participants by July 7 at the latest.

How to apply

To apply, please use our application form. As part of the application process, you will need to submit the following:

  • A current CV

  • A short motivational statement outlining your research interests

  • Answers to some administrative questions

Thank you for your interest, and we are looking forward to your application.