Professor for Strategic Leadership for Digital Transformation

The opportunity:

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the academic excellence and strategic development of Gisma University of Applied Sciences through high-quality teaching, impactful research, and active participation within the academic community. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping and delivering innovative programmes in Strategic Management, Digital Leadership, and Organizational Change, with a focus on integrating agile leadership frameworks, digital-first corporate strategies, and human-centric transformation into the curriculum. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with an international student body, collaborate with industry and research partners, and influence the evolution of leadership education in an era of rapid technological disruption.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:

• Module responsibility and teaching of Gisma's Bachelor and Master programmes, particularly in the fields of Strategic Leadership, Managing Digital Transformation, Change
• Management, and related areas, as well as examination, assessments, and student supervision.
• Active participation in programme development, quality assurance, and the integration of strategic foresight and digital maturity models into the curriculum.
• Design and continuous update of contemporary teaching and learning materials aligned with developments in agile governance, platform economies, and the future of work.
• Initiate, expand, and maintain cooperation with partners in industry and research organisations, particularly in management consultancy, digital innovation labs, and global corporate leadership environments.
• Participation in national and international accreditation procedures, as required.
• Active engagement in academic administration and committee work
• Further development of a personal and institutional research profile in Digital Transformation Strategy, Leadership Psychology, or Corporate Resilience, publication of results in high-quality journals, and engagement in public dissemination.
• Support outreach activities, including student recruitment events and promotion of AI driven business study pathways.

Your profile

For an appointment, you must fulfil all requirements according to Section 41 ff of the Brandenburg Higher Education Act (BbgHG). See the following link: §41 ff. BbgHG., * The opportunity to play a leading role in launching new campus-wide initiatives and academic events as part of our strategic growth

• The opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concepts that will contribute to the development and reputation of the institution.
• Continuous support for your personal and professional development.
• As a rapidly growing institution, the University values the contributions of its faculty and recognises that sustained engagement, performance, and scholarly activity are integral to advancing the institution's strategic objectives and shaping its future academic direction

Then we look forward to hearing from you .Your application should include the following documents: CV, Cover Letter and Reference, Certificates, Industry letters, Publications list.

As an employer, we are committed to equal opportunity and support for minorities. We do not discriminate based on ethnic origin, skin colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or legally protected status

Do you have experience in Teaching?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Completed university studies in a relevant discipline such as Strategic Management,

• Business Administration, Leadership Studies, Organizational Development, or Digital Business.
• Proof of extraordinary qualification for scientific work in the form of an outstanding doctorate and/or a strong record of high-impact, peer-reviewed publications.
• A minimum of three years of qualified professional experience, including at least two years outside a university environment, gained after a master's degree or equivalent.
• Proven university-level teaching experience, with competence in blended, online, and interactive learning methodologies. Student evaluations should reflect excellent pedagogical aptitude.
• A strong affinity for digital ecosystems, business model innovation, and tech-driven organizational scaling.
• Fluency in English for teaching and research purposes; international academic or industry experience is highly valued.
• A publication record in fields such as Strategic Management, Digital Leadership, or Organizational Transformation.
• Experience in developing and leading research projects, ideally with success in acquiring third-party funding.
• Innovative perspectives for advancing research and curriculum in Strategic Leadership for Digital Transformation.
• Experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes is an asset.

SMART CHEMISTRY WITH CHARACTER.

Die CHT Gruppe ist ein mittelständischer Global Player für Spezialchemie. Seit der Gründung der CHT R. Beitlich GmbH in Tübingen im Jahr 1953, entwickelte sich das Unternehmen zu einer weltweit agierenden Gruppe mit Fokus auf innovative Chemikalien als Funktionsgeber, Hilfsmittel und Additive für industrielle Prozesse. Die Produkte optimieren Herstellungsprozesse in zahlreichen Industrien und beeinflussen die Funktionalität, Optik  und Qualität von Endprodukten im Konsumentenmarkt.

Damals wie heute befinden sich die Zentrale und die Kompetenzzentren der Geschäftsfelder am Stammsitz des Unternehmens, bei der CHT Germany GmbH in der Universitätsstadt Tübingen. 
Das Farbstoffsortiment wird von der Schweizer Gesellschaft CHT Switzerland AG (ehemals BEZEMA AG) in Montlingen entwickelt, produziert und vertrieben.

Mit weltweit ca. 2.400 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeitern in 26 Gesellschaften sowie zusätzlichen Handelsvertretungen stellt die Unternehmensgruppe ihre Produkte und Services in über 120 Ländern - auf allen Kontinenten - bereit.

Strategisch und organisatorisch fokussiert sich der Konzern auf eine wertorientierte und nachhaltige Unternehmenspolitik. 

Die operative Verantwortung für die Geschäftsentwicklung liegt in vier Geschäftsfeldern.

Textilherstellung und -veredlung:
Prozesshilfsmittel, Funktionsgeber und Additive für Vorbehandlung, Färberei, Textildruck, Flock, Ausrüstung, Beschichtung, Jeans & Garment, Faserherstellung sowie Textilfarbstoffe.

Waschlösungen / Textilpflege: 
Waschmittel und Hilfsmittel für industrielle Wäschereien und für die Daunen- & Federindustrie.

Bau: 
Additive, Binder und Spezialkomponenten für mineralische Systeme und die Herstellung von Farben und Lacken.

General Industries:
Silikonspezialitäten (Silikonöle, Silikonelastomere, Silikonemulsionen), Papierchemikalien, Hilfsmittel für die Leder- und Agrarindustrie.

Zusätzlich hat sich die CHT Gruppe erfolgreich im PET-Recycling etabliert.

Website

https://www.cht.com