W3 Professorship for transformation and innovation management

Ruhr-Universität Bochum; Bochum; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading German research university is inviting applications for a Professor W3 position in transformation and innovation management, commencing April 1, 2026. The role involves representing the subject in research and teaching, contributing to teaching and research in transformation and innovation, and engaging with the local innovation ecosystem. Candidates should hold a positive evaluation as a junior professor or habilitation, with a commitment to teaching and a strong publication record in relevant areas. Applications are open until February 8, 2026.

Qualifikationen

• Positive evaluation as a junior professor, habilitation or equivalent academic achievement required.
• Willingness to participate in university self-governance and processes.
• Internationally recognized scientific publications relevant to transformation and innovation management.

Aufgaben

• Represent transformation and innovation management in research and teaching.
• Contribute to teaching and research activities in the field.
• Strengthen cooperation with local innovation ecosystem.

Kenntnisse

Commitment to teaching

Interdisciplinary research participation

Ability to attract third-party funded projects

Internationally recognized scientific publications

Ausbildung

Positive evaluation as a junior professor or habilitation

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The Faculty of Management and Economics, research area Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Transformation (CEIT), at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum invites applications for the position of a Professor W3 (m/f/d) in transformation and innovation management commencing April 1, 2026. The holder of the position will represent the subject of transformation and innovation management in research and teaching.

We are looking for a person who is active in research and teaching at the intersection of organizational change (transformation) and the development and implementation of new ideas (innovation). The aim is to expand the CEIT's range of expertise to include the areas of transformation and innovation in business administration, complementing the existing professorships focusing on entrepreneurship, change management, and economic transformation. There are also very strong links to the Center for Environmental Management, Resources and Energy (CURE), particularly with regard to designing and implementing sustainability transformations in business and society.

Furthermore, the professorship should contribute significantly to expanding and securing teaching, research and continuing education activities in the field of transformation and innovation management, as well as strengthening cooperation at the UA Ruhr level. A strong focus on transfer and cooperation with actors in the local innovation ecosystem is also expected.

Requirements

Positive evaluation as a junior professor, habilitation or equivalent academic achievement and evidence of special aptitude are just as much required as the willingness to participate in the self-governing bodies of the Ruhr-Universität Bochum and to generally get involved in university processes according to Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s mission statement. The candidate has to meet the appointment requirements according to section 36 ff. Hochschulgesetz NW.

We expect furthermore:

• commitment to teaching;
• readiness to participate in interdisciplinary research;
• willingness and proven ability to attract significant third-party funded research projects;
• internationally recognized scientific publications relevant to the topic.

Further information

Complete applications (Curriculum vitae, list of publications, proof of teaching experience, list of third-party funding obtained with indication of your own share, and copies of certificates) should be sent by 2026-02-08 via our online application portal.

Additional information

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.

Contacts for further information

Prof. Dr. Heiko Müller
Tel.: [phone].

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR5325.

Online application