Professor of Management Practice in Transformation, Restructuring and Turnaround Management (f/m/d) – EBS University of Business and Law, Germany

Summary

The position is a full‑time, permanent professorship at EBS University of Business and Law in Oestrich‑Winkel, Germany. The role focuses on management practice in transformation, restructuring and turnaround management, linking academic research with corporate practice. The successful candidate will conduct high‑impact, practice‑oriented research, secure external funding, develop and teach innovative courses at bachelor, master and executive levels, and manage the IfUS Institute’s programmes. Collaboration with the Institute for Corporate Restructuring and a strong corporate/alumni network are emphasized. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent, have at least five years senior‑management experience, and be fluent in German and English (C1). The application deadline is 15 November 2026.

Key Facts

Position Type	Full-time, permanent
Discipline	Management
Research Area	Transformation, restructuring and turnaround management
Degree Required	PhD or equivalent
Experience	At least five years of relevant professional experience outside academia
Language	German and English (C1 or higher)
Deadline	2026-11-15
Required Documents	tabular CV, list of publications, description of teaching experience, evaluation results, relevant certificates and diplomas
Employer Address	Rheingaustraße 1 65375 Oestrich-Winkel, Germany
Employer Contact	Monika Richter, Human Resources Officer

About the Project

The professorship supports interdisciplinary, practice‑oriented research on corporate transformation, restructuring and turnaround management. It aims to generate high‑impact insights, acquire third‑party funding, and translate findings into teaching and executive education through collaboration with the IfUS Institute and its corporate network.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to interdisciplinary research and academic committee duties
• Conduct high‑impact, practice‑oriented research and acquire external funding
• Develop and implement innovative courses at Bachelor, Master and Executive Education levels
• Scientifically manage the IfUS Institute and oversee conference and training formats
• Build sustainable partnerships with companies and institutions to strengthen science‑practice exchange

Required Skills

• PhD or equivalent academic qualification
• At least five years senior‑management experience outside academia
• Proven excellence in university teaching
• Expertise in practice‑oriented research and knowledge transfer
• Ability to collaborate interdisciplinary and secure third‑party funding
• Fluent German and English (C1 or higher)

Who Should Apply

Candidates who hold a PhD or equivalent qualification, have a minimum of five years senior‑management experience in transformation, restructuring or turnaround contexts, have demonstrated teaching excellence at university level, and possess fluent German and English (C1) skills are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Position at the interface of academic research, management practice and leadership development
• Close collaboration with the IfUS Institute and access to its corporate network
• Opportunities to develop research, teaching and leadership training in transformation and restructuring
• Active corporate and alumni network facilitating knowledge exchange
• Collegial and entrepreneurial work environment with scope for new initiatives

About the Employer

EBS University of Business and Law is a private university in Germany with about 2,200 students and doctoral candidates. It comprises a Business School, Law School and Executive School and is part of the SRH group, a large provider of education and healthcare services. The university emphasizes challenge‑based learning, personal coaching, strong alumni ties and a commitment to societal impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

15 November 2026.

Where is the position located?

Oestrich‑Winkel, Germany.

Which documents must be submitted?

A tabular CV, list of publications, description of teaching experience, evaluation results, and relevant certificates and diplomas.

Who is the contact person for the application?

Monika Richter, Human Resources Officer.

What language proficiency is required?

Fluent German and English at C1 level or higher.