W2 professorship in Digitalization and Health

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

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The future holder of this position will represent the field in teaching and applied research in an interdisciplinary environment with a focus on therapeutic sciences. We also expect the successful candidate to be willing to establish and expand research and transfer activities and to be committed to the further development of the Department of Computer Science's on-campus and distance learning programs. Information about the department can be found at https://www.hochschule-trier.de/informatik.

Courses are to be offered in German (language level C1) 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 model that requires a high level of faculty presence at the university.

As a department, we offer a professional, collegial, and supportive environment with ample opportunities to conduct applied research and transfer projects. Research activities, including industry collaborations, are encouraged and may lead to a reduced teaching load. We both offer and expect dedicated collaboration within our team.          

For this professorship, we are looking for a dedicated individual who, following a university degree in computer science or a related field, has gained extensive experience in the design, development, and implementation of digital systems in healthcare in a position of responsibility and now wishes to pass this on to our students in teaching and research.

In addition, outstanding achievements in the development and application of scientific knowledge and methods are expected in several of the following areas:

·         Design and implementation of health information systems and digital platforms

·         Lifecycle management and evaluation of digital health solutions

·         Interoperability and digital health infrastructures

·         Data management, data quality, and data governance in healthcare

·         Clinical decision support, data analytics, and artificial intelligence in healthcare delivery

·         Process and care pathway optimization, as well as quality assurance in operations and service delivery

·         Digital medical devices and digital health applications (DiGA)

·         Regulation, data protection, IT security, and ethics in healthcare

In addition to the general legal employment requirements, the minimum qualifications for appointment are:

1.         A successfully completed university degree in the above-mentioned field,

2.         Demonstrated teaching aptitude, typically evidenced by experience in teaching, training, or relevant further education in higher education didactics,

3.         Proven ability to conduct scientific research, usually demonstrated by a qualified doctorate, and

4.         Significant achievements in the application or development of scientific knowledge and methods through at least five years of relevant professional experience, of which at least three years must have been gained outside the university sector.

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 research opportunities, as well as international and interdisciplinary collaboration possibilities. We provide all employees with a comprehensive range of professional development opportunities. As a certified family-friendly university, we offer extensive childcare options, along with support and guidance from the Family Service and the Dual Career Service.

Hauptcampus, 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).