Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a private, state-accredited, English-language research university in Bremen. We are offering Pre-Degree, Bachelor, Master or PhD programs in three schools: School of Science, School of Computer Science & Engineering, School of Business, Social & Decision Sciences and are involved in the professional development of specialists and managers and in the transfer of knowledge. Our principles are first class research and teaching, international diversity and transdisciplinary cooperation. As an international university we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently, more than 1,800 students from over 100 nations live and study on our residential campus. 

Among several other strategic interventions, the university is currently driving an ambitious expansion of digital sciences across its academic and scientific programs and activities, underpinned by significant new investments in personnel, research and relevant scientific equipment. This initiative is intended to improve integration and interdisciplinarity across the three schools in teaching, learning and research. In this context, a new academic position as Assistant Professor (research and teaching) has been opened in Management Science.

Accordingly, Constructor University invites applications from interested candidates for the following positions, to be filled ideally in August 2023, or sooner:

Assistant Professor in Management Science and Business Analytics  (m-f-d)

(Full-time, tenure track)

Job ID 23~09

Your responsibilities:

• In this position, you will support our research and teaching activities in the field of Management, with an emphasis on the development of online and hybrid teaching and learning. The successful candidate will be teaching lectures in the field and advise students during their studies. Supervision of Master and PhD students is also expected. The candidate is expected to engage in innovative research in Management Science, with a strong background in computational methods, data analytics and modeling.

Your qualifications and experience:

• PhD degree in Management Science and related fields, Economics, Econometrics and related fields, Finance, Physics and related fields, Machine Learning and related fields. Strong publication record Proven experience and success in teaching in international and diverse environments Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interest in innovative teaching methods Professional fluency in English, the language of instruction and communication on campus Intercultural experience and competencies will be considered as additional assets

What you can expect:

Constructor University consistently achieves top results in national and international university rankings.

In the CHE Ranking, the most comprehensive and detailed ranking of the German-speaking higher education landscape, Constructor University has achieved top placements every year since its first participation in 2005.

In addition to an exciting and varied range of tasks, we offer flexible working hours, individual training opportunities, sports activities, and participation in language courses on our campus.

Constructor University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates who would further diversify our faculty.

Your application:

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Prof Arvid Kappas (Dean) via Mail (akappas@constructor.university) or send a message to job-application@constructor.university. 

Constructor University offers full equal opportunity to all qualified applications. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. We especially encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Please upload your documents in a single PDF document, including a letter of motivation stating your field of expertise with regard to one of the four fields named above, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio and publication record, copies of certificates and diplomas, certification of English proficiency (optional), and the names and addresses of two referees in our application management system.

The deadline for submission of applications 26.02.2023. The offered positions are tenure track, with review of performance after a first contract of three and a second contract after another three years. Successful evaluation leads to permanence and typically promotion to associate professor level.

The review of incoming applications begins immediately.