With over 15,000 students in 80 degree programmes, HTW Berlin is the city’s largest University of Applied Sciences. The university provides an innovative setting characterised by people of diverse backgrounds, qualifications and cultures.

The School of Computing, Communication and Business (Faculty 4) is appointing a

Professor (W2) | Permanent Business Computing with a focus on database systems and data engineering

We are looking for a colleague to represent and further develop business informatics in both teaching and applied research.

• Teaching in the Business Computing bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes
  • Holding lectures on the field of expertise as well as on basic knowledge in our bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes (usually in German, English also desirable)
  • Supervising theses in cooperation with local businesses and enterprises
• Scientific advancement of database systems and data engineering
  • Active fundraising and implementation of third-party projects
  • Strengthening the faculty’s profile
• Active participation in academic self-governance

• University degree in informatics, or related field
• Doctoral degree (PhD) completed
• At least five years of professional experience, including a minimum of three years outside academia
• Several years of practical experience in a responsible position in the field of database systems and data engineering
• Proven ability to advance scientific and practical knowledge in the following areas of expertise:
  • Data modelling and data analysis
  • Development and implementation of database management systems
  • Development of database-driven application systems
• Additional knowledge in one or more of the following fields of expertise is desirable:
  • NoSQL databases
  • Distributed databases
  • Business intelligence systems or development of data pipelines
  • Data science
  • Machine learning
  • Digital ethics or data compliance
• Proven expertise through publications in the relevant field of expertise
• Pedagogical and didactical skills proven through teaching experience

Further information, e.g. about entry requirements for professorships or appointment procedures, can be found on our website.

Prof. Dr. Martin Kempa (martin.kempa@HTW-Berlin.de / +49 30 5019-3293) will be answering any questions pertaining to the specific field of expertise.

HTW Berlin strives to increase the number of female professors. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The Faculty’s Equal Opportunities Officer for Women Prof. Dr. Adrianna Alexander (adrianna.alexander@HTW-Berlin.de / +49 30 5019-3724) is available for further information.

Applicants with disabilities who have equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration.