Full Professor (W3) in Information Systems, especially Design of Information Systems – University of the Bundeswehr Munich, Germany

Summary

The University of the Bundeswehr Munich seeks a Full Professor (W3) in Information Systems, with a focus on the design of information systems. The role combines research in areas such as enterprise system modeling, digital transformation, integration, AI and process mining, with teaching responsibilities for bachelor’s and master’s programmes. Candidates must hold a habilitation or equivalent, have a strong publication record, and demonstrate teaching excellence, especially in German‑language bachelor courses. The position is a civil‑servant appointment, requiring candidates to be under 50 years old. Additional duties include securing third‑party funding, interdisciplinary collaboration, academic self‑governance, and promoting equality and diversity. Applications are due 11 November 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Computer Science
Position Type	Full Professor (W3), Civil Servant (Beamter)
Discipline	Information Systems
Research Area	Design-oriented research in information systems, including modeling of enterprise systems, digital transformation, integration and operation of information systems, artificial intelligence, and process mining
Degree Required	Habilitation or equivalent scholarly accomplishments
Language	German (mandatory for bachelor's courses)
Deadline	2026-11-11
Employer Address	D-85577 Neubiberg, Germany
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

The professorship focuses on design‑oriented research in information systems, covering enterprise system modeling, digital transformation, development, integration and operation of information systems, and the application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and process mining. The role encourages collaboration with the Faculty of Computer Science and the Faculty of Business and Organizational Sciences to advance both theoretical and practical aspects of system design.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer fundamental and advanced Information Systems courses in bachelor’s and master’s programmes
• Provide courses for other programmes at the university
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching, especially in German‑language bachelor courses
• Secure third‑party research funding
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Participate in academic self‑governance
• Assume leadership responsibilities promoting equality and diversity

Required Skills

• Habilitation or equivalent scholarly accomplishments
• Relevant publications in top‑tier journals and conferences
• Distinguished international reputation in Information Systems
• Excellence in teaching, particularly in German‑language courses
• Willingness to obtain third‑party funding
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Leadership and commitment to equality and diversity

Who Should Apply

Highly qualified scholars with a habilitation or equivalent achievements, a distinguished international reputation in information systems, strong publication record, and proven teaching excellence, especially in German‑language bachelor courses. Candidates should be willing to secure external funding, engage in interdisciplinary work, and contribute to academic governance and diversity initiatives.

About the Employer

The University of the Bundeswehr Munich is a family‑oriented institution that emphasizes equality, diversity and fairness. It offers scientific academic programmes for officer cadets and officers, organized in a trimester system leading to bachelor’s and master’s degrees, complemented by interdisciplinary and career‑oriented components. The university operates under the Federal Civil Service Act, providing civil‑servant status for eligible professors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 11 November 2026.

What language must bachelor courses be taught in?

Bachelor courses must be held in German.

To whom should the application be addressed?

Dean of the Department of Computer Science, Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Hommel, Universität der Bundeswehr München, D-85577 Neubiberg, Germany.

How can I submit my application?

Submit via email to [email protected] or by mail to the address provided.