Assistant Professor in Software Engineering in Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences – Germany

Summary

Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor in Software Engineering for its Department of Computer Science and Media. The position, with reference number IP 3 and salary grade W3 BbgBesO, is available as soon as possible. The successful candidate will represent software engineering in teaching and research with a practical focus, possessing extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field, along with expertise in areas such as AI in software lifecycle, model-based development, quality assurance, or software architecture. Responsibilities include teaching in German and English, supervising theses, and active participation in academic self-governance. Experience in acquiring and managing research projects is highly desired. The university is located in Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany, and is family-friendly. The application deadline is October 16, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Computer Science and Media
Position Type	Professor
Discipline	Software Engineering
Research Area	Application of artificial intelligence in all phases of software lifecycle, Model-based and generative software development, Quality assurance, Software architecture, AI in Software Engineering, Generative Software Development, Software Lifecycle
Experience	Extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience in software engineering, expertise in at least one of the specified application fields, experience in acquiring and managing research and externally funded projects, very good teaching skills.
Salary	Salary grade W3 BbgBesO
Funding	Civil service status according to Section 45 BbgHG
Contract Duration	Probationary temporary or permanent civil service position
Language	German, English
Deadline	2026-10-16
Employer Address	Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences, Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
Employer Contact	Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Schafföner ([email protected])

About the Project

The successful candidate is expected to significantly enrich research within the Department of Computer Science and Media by establishing and leading a departmental and, if applicable, interdisciplinary research group. Experience in acquiring and managing research and externally funded projects is expressly desired. The research focus areas include the application of artificial intelligence in all phases of the software lifecycle, model-based and generative software development, quality assurance, and software architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the field of software engineering independently and with a practical focus in teaching and research
• Significantly enrich research within the department by establishing and leading a departmental and, if applicable, interdisciplinary research group
• Teach in German and English, including basic computer science subjects in the department's on-campus and online degree programs
• Supervise subject-specific laboratories as well as student project and final theses
• Actively participate in academic self-governance

Required Skills

• Extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience in software engineering
• Expertise in at least one of the following areas: Application of artificial intelligence in all phases of the software lifecycle, Model-based and generative software development, Quality assurance, Software architecture
• Experience in acquiring and managing research and externally funded projects (desired)
• Very good teaching skills

Who Should Apply

This position is suitable for academics with extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience in software engineering, particularly those with expertise in artificial intelligence in the software lifecycle, model-based and generative software development, quality assurance, or software architecture. Applicants should have experience in acquiring and managing research projects and possess very good teaching skills in both German and English. The university encourages qualified female academics and gives preference to severely disabled applicants if equally qualified.

Benefits

• Attractive working conditions
• Family-friendly university
• Green campus

About the Employer

Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences (THB) is a young and dynamic university located in Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany. It has approximately 3,200 students enrolled in 26 degree programs across computer science and media, engineering, and business fields. The university is described as family-friendly and situated on a green campus, offering attractive working conditions. It aims to increase the proportion of female professors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline for this position?

The application deadline is October 16, 2026.

What is the expected start date for this position?

The position is available as soon as possible.

What are the language requirements for teaching?

Teaching is required in both German and English.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must submit a description of their planned teaching and research activities, totaling a maximum of 5 pages.

Who can be contacted for further information?

Further information can be obtained from the Dean, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Schafföner, at [email protected].

Is experience in acquiring external funding required?

Experience in acquiring and managing research and externally funded projects is expressly desired.