W3 Professorship “Timber Construction”

Around 6,500 students pursue their studies and research in attractive degree programs at TrierUniversity of Applied Sciences. We are the University of Applied Sciences, which has the highest level ofresearch activity and third-party funding in Rhineland-Palatinate. This means we offer excellentconditions for carrying out projects in collaboration with regional and national industries.

The following professorship is to be filled at the earliest possible date in the Department of Design atthe Design Campus in Trier:

The range of tasks of the professorship includes the management and further development of the TrierWood Competence Center.

The tasks include imparting knowledge about the technical, architectural, ecological and economicpotential within the entire value chain of modern timber construction, which serves as the basis of yourindependent teaching and research concept.

In addition to actively acquiring national and international third-party funding, the professorship shouldcontribute to the international orientation of research.

The management of or participation in research networks as well as cooperation with professorships inthe Department of Design and other faculties of the university is required.

They are actively involved in the promotion of young scientists, particularly with regard to thepromotion of women and the support of social diversity and make a significant contribution to thetransfer of knowledge and technology. These aspects are of central importance for our university inorder to strengthen and further expand our leading position in the field of sustainability and timberconstruction.

Courses are to be offered in German and if required also in English.

In addition to a strong commitment to teaching, active participation in the university’s academic self-governance is expected.

The state of Rhineland-Palatinate and Trier University of Applied Sciences support a supervision modelthat requires a high level of faculty presence at the university.

As a department, we offer a professional, collegial, and supportive environment with ampleopportunities to conduct applied research and transfer projects. Research activities, including industrycollaborations, are encouraged and may lead to a reduced teaching load. We both offer and expectdedicated collaboration within our team.

For this professorship we are looking for a committed person who has gained extensive practicalexperience in a responsible position after completing a university degree and would now like to passthis on to our students in teaching and research.

With a degree in architecture, civil engineering or timber construction, you will have in-depthknowledge of planning, design and production methods in modern timber construction.

You are expected to have up-to-date research activities, a high level of scientific competence andqualified practical experience, particularly in the context of managing the Timber Competence Center.

All other appointment requirements are outlined in § 49 of the Higher Education Act of the State of Rhineland-Palatinate.

The appointment is made as a tenured civil servant if the relevant legal requirements are met.

Trier University of Applied Sciences offers a variety of innovative and future-oriented researchopportunities, as well as international and interdisciplinary collaboration possibilities. We provide allemployees with a comprehensive range of professional development opportunities. As a certifiedfamily-friendly university, we offer extensive childcare options, along with support and guidance fromthe Family Service and the Dual Career Service.

Trier University of Applied Sciences is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all employeesand values diversity as a significant asset. In this spirit, we particularly encourage applications fromwomen. Severely disabled persons and those with equivalent status under § 2 (3) SGB IX will receivepreferential consideration if equally qualified (please provide appropriate documentation).

Campus Gestaltung, Dienstort Trier (Schneidershof)

Trier University of Applied Sciences is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all employees and values diversity as a significant asset. In this spirit, we particularly encourage applications from women. Severely disabled persons and those with equivalent status under § 2 (3) SGB IX will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified (please provide appropriate documentation).