As Germany’s only state-run distance learning university, we claim over 40 years of experience with lifelong learning. Our students benefit from flexible study options based on a blended learning model for higher education. We accomplish disciplinary and cross- disciplinary, forward-thinking research results in five faculties. Our self-conception includes interdisciplinary cooperation, the promotion of young scientists, and the consideration of gender-specific aspects in research and teaching. We are appointing in the Faculty of Psychology for a fixed-term of three years as soon as possible to the following position: We are appointing in the Faculty of Psychology for a fixed-term of three years as soon as possible to the following position:

University professorship - W 2 for Business
Psychology

We are looking for a personality who will play a leading role in shaping the new interdisciplinary research institute Work – Education – Digitalization of FernUniversität in Hagen. The institute researches the digital transformation of work, the competencies required of employees for this transformation, as well as the organizational and didactic challenges in teaching relevant skills using digitally supported teaching and learning formats within the context of lifelong learning. The focus of this professorship is on linking the individual aspects of work and digitalization. The research is application oriented. The candidate demonstrates their expertise through relevant publications in this field. Experience in the acquisition of third- party funds is desirable. In accordance with profile requirements, we expect a high level of communication skills and an interdisciplinary approach. The focus of the professorship lying on research and transfer, the teaching load is reduced to two semester hours per week. Experience in digital teaching is desirable. Academic performance in accordance with § 36 of the Higher Education Act of North Rhine-Westphalia is a prerequisite for employment. Health and family-oriented aspects are valued in our staff culture. We offer excellent resources regarding personnel and equipment as well as support for you and your team from the various departments of the university. If we have elicited your interest and you fit this profile, we anticipate your application with conventional documents to the President of the FernUniversität in Hagen, 58084 Hagen or by e-mail to berufungen@fernuni-hagen.de. For information please contact: Prof. Dr. Jan Dettmers; Tel. ++49 (0)2331/987 2745; jan.dettmers@fernuni-hagen.de The application deadline is 14th August 2022 (receipt at the FernUniversität in Hagen). We strive to significantly increase the number of women in research and teaching and therefore invite qualified female scientists to apply. Women will be given preferential treatment in accordance with the NRW Equal Opportunity Act. Applications from disabled persons and persons of equal status are welcome. By sending your application to the above e-mail address, you agree that your application documents may be processed, stored, and used for the purpose of the appointment procedure.