Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences | Application deadline: August 6, 2026
The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is seeking to fill a 0.5 FTE position in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, effective September 1, 2026, for the
- Reference: MM-030V -
for a fixed term lasting the duration of the substitution, but no later than August 31, 2027.
The position involves serving as a substitute for the above-mentioned professorship in teaching and research, with a particular focus on the following areas:
Teaching responsibilities include lectures, seminars, exercises, lab sessions, and projects, as well as continuing education courses.
Where appropriate, the appointee may be required to teach classes / courses related to the field of appointment. The teaching units must be ensured university-wide.
The ability and willingness to participate in integrative, practice-oriented, and internship-related classes are required, as is the willingness and ability to teach classes / courses in English.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, the appointee must independently carry out research and development tasks in the field of appointment, actively contribute to the internationalization of the university and the further development of the discipline, and assume responsibilities in academic self-governance. Furthermore, involvement in projects related to knowledge and technology transfer is expected.
Pursuant to the Law on Higher Education Institutions in the Free State of Saxony (Saxon Higher Education Act—SächsHSG) of May 31, 2023 (SächsGVBl. p. 329), as last amended by Article 2 of the Act of January 31, 2024 (SächsGVBl. p. 83).
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, degrees, and employment references, as well as a summary of your previous research work), with the reference code MM-030V in the subject line , by August 6, 2026 (date of receipt) via email to :
For the sake of the environment, we kindly ask that you refrain fromsubmitting applications bymail1 if possible (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 Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jens Meinert (Tel.: 03583/612-4849; Email: j.meinert@hszg.de). Further information can be found 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
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