17. July 2026

Lecturer with a specified function / English (m/f/d) - Reference Number: 36-2026 LfbA English -

Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences | Application deadline: July 31, 2026

The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, specifically the University Language Centre, is seeking to fill a part-time position (20 hours per week) as soon as possible for a

Lecturer with a specified function / English (m/f/d)
- Reference Number: 36-2026 LfbA English-

for a fixed term ending August 31, 2027.

Pursuant to Section 78 of the Law on Higher Education Institutions in the Free State of Saxony (Saxon Higher Education Act), the position entails the following duties in particular:

  • conducting classes / courses independently and on one’s own responsibility,
  • Conducting performance assessments (preparation, administration, evaluation),
  • teaching basic intercultural knowledge,
  • Conducting exams in English,
  • second-marking and oral examinations in other courses and subjects,
  • Assisting with administrative self-governance tasks.

The following knowledge and skills are required:

  • a completed college degree related to the above-mentioned area of responsibility (ideally in English or American Studies, or supplemented by comparable, extensive professional knowledge and experience acquired elsewhere),
  • pedagogical and didactic skills in teaching,
  • experience in conducting classes / courses,
  • strong communication and intercultural skills.

In addition, the following are desirable:

  • experience with modern media,
  • practical knowledge of another foreign language.

We expect you to

  • an independent, flexible, self-directed, and team-oriented work style,
  • a confident demeanor and a strong sense of responsibility,
  • a willingness and interest in further professional and personal development,
  • Commitment to shaping and adapting your area of responsibility and organizational processes to current requirements and developments
  • strong communication and teamwork skills.

We offer you

  • an interesting and challenging field of work,
  • flexible and family-friendly working hours within the framework of the applicable employment agreement,
  • opportunities for personal and professional development through targeted continuing education and training,
  • attractive employee benefits (company pension plan, annual bonus, capital-forming benefits),
  • a workplace health management program with initiatives to promote employee health, as well as
  • the option to use a job ticket.
More Information

Salary will be in Pay Grade 10 of the TV-L if the applicant meets the personal and professional requirements , or in Pay Grade 11 of the TV-L if the applicant holds a university degree in a scientific field. The primary place of employment is Zittau. The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences strives for a balanced workforce and therefore welcomes applications from individuals of all genders. Individuals with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if they have equivalent professional qualifications. Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences has set a goal of increasing the proportion of women in teaching and research and therefore expressly encourages women to apply.

 

 

 

Have we piqued your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your detailed application (including a cover letter, resume, and degrees and employment transcripts) by July 31, 2026 ( date of receipt) via email to :

stellenangebote@hszg.de
(documents must be in PDF format only)

To help protect the environment, we kindly ask that you refrain from sending applications by mail[1] (we are unable to return application materials). Please understand that any costs you incur during the selection process cannot be reimbursed.

If you have any technical questions, please contact the Director of the University Language Centre, Dr. Cristiano Marcellino (Phone: 03583 612-4914; Email: C.Marcellino@hszg.de). Further information is available at www.hszg.de.

 

[1] Mailing address: Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, Human Resources and Legal Affairs division, Theodor-Körner-Allee 16, 02763 Zittau

Photo: Dr. Cristiano Marcellino
Dr.
Cristiano Marcellino
University Language Centre
02763 Zittau
Theodor-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 0.13
First floor
+49 3583 612-4914
M.A.
Heike Kallweit
Human Resources and Legal Division
02763 Zittau
Theodor-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 1.06.1
1st floor
+49 3583 612-3060