Event details

05. August 2026

Temporary Appointment to a Professorship in Control Engineering (W2) - Reference Number: EE-056V -

Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences | Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science' | Application deadline: September 15, 2026

The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is seeking to fill a 1.0 FTE position in the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, effective September 1, 2027, for the

cover a professorship in Control Engineering (W2)

- Reference: EE-056V -

 

to be filled on a fixed-term basis for the duration of the substitution, but no later than August 31, 2029.

The position involves serving as a substitute for the above-mentioned professorship in teaching and research, with a particular focus on the following areas:

  • Control and Regulation Engineering,
  • Applied AI and soft computing,
  • Control engineering in robotics and/or the semiconductor industry.

The field of appointment must be covered in lectures, seminars, exercises, lab sessions, and projects, as well as in continuing education.

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.

 

The following knowledge and skills are required

  • a successfully completed academic degree at the university level related to the subject areas mentioned above,
  • a demonstrated aptitude for scholarly work (typically demonstrated by a doctoral degree in a relevant field),
  • outstanding achievements in the application or development of scientific findings and methods in professional practice, at least three years of which must have been gained outside the higher education sector,
  • Experience in applied research and knowledge transfer,
  • teaching experience at the university level or in continuing education,
  • good command of English.

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).

 

We offer you

  • an interesting and challenging role within a qualified, open-minded, and dedicated team,
  • flexible and family-friendly working hours,
  • opportunities for personal and professional development through targeted continuing education and training,
  • attractive 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

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, employment references, and a summary of your previous research work), with the reference code EE-056V in the subject line, by September 15, 2026 (date of receipt) via email to :

stellenangebote(at)hszg.de

(Documents must be in PDF format only)

We ask that you refrain from submittingapplications bymail¹ if possible (we are unable to return application materials) and appreciate your understanding 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 Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Klaus ten Hagen (Phone: 03581/374-4343; Email: Dekan-EI@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

Photo: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Klaus ten Hagen
Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Klaus ten Hagen
Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science / Computer Science Department
02826 Görlitz
Brückenstraße 1
Building G II, Room A208
1st floor
+49 3581 374-4343
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