Professorship in Applied Computer Science (mfd)

Your mission

(Ref : System Architecture & Engineering)

The Position at XU :

At XU we shape the next generation of global innovators. We are looking for a computer scientist or systems architect to teach the craft of building robust digital our practice-based education model you will bridge the gap between theoretical informatics and real-world software construction enabling students to design the secure scalable backbones required for modern AI and IoT applications.

Key Responsibilities :

You will assume duties in teaching research and academic self-administration in accordance with 42 and 43 BbgHG.

Teaching & Student Supervision : Teaching modules in the study program in classroom blended and online formats. This includes module responsibility examination acceptance and student supervision.

Program Development : Active participation in the further development of study programs quality assurance and accreditation procedures. This involves the conception creation and adaptation of teaching and learning materials.

Research & Transfer : Development of a distinct personal research profile and publication of results. You will initiate expand and maintain cooperation with partners in industry and research.

Administration : Active participation in academic administration committee work and student recruitment events.

Teaching Responsibilities :

You will be responsible for teaching modules such as :

Computer Science

Software Engineering

Programming & Coding

Cybersecurity

Hardware and Networks

Technology Change in Industry 4.0

Your profile

Your Profile & Research Focus :

While a broad understanding of the field is expected we seek a candidate who can deepen at least one of the following core areas :

Software Engineering : Architecture patterns DevOps Clean Code and QA.

Cybersecurity : Developing secure frameworks and ensuring data integrity.

Data Engineering : Building backend pipelines and scalable infrastructures.

System Foundations : Hardware-oriented programming and network protocols.

Requirements ( 43 BbgHG) :

Completed university degree and a PhD ( magna cum laude or equivalent).

Pedagogical aptitude for teaching in English.

Minimum of 3 years professional experience of which at least 2 years were spent outside the university sector.

Relevant practical experience in software development IT architecture or systems engineering .

Experience in acquiring third-party funding is considered an asset.

Why us

What We Offer :

Start Date : Ideally Summer Semester 2026.

A permanent employment contract ( part-time min. 50% or full-time ).

A versatile innovative and international work environment in cooperation with renowned partner universities.

Lean hierarchies in a dynamic entrepreneurial university environment.

Responsibility creative freedom and the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Join XU :

Help us shape the digital future. We offer a creative interdisciplinary environment the freedom to develop new curricula and strong industry networks.

Apply Now :

Please address your application to our President Filipe de Castro Soeiro and submit it via email including your CV publication list and proof of professional practice.

About us

XU Exponential University is a dynamic state-recognized University of Applied Sciences located in the Potsdam / Berlin metropolitan area. We do not just produce employees we create explorers .

Our concept combines academic rigor with a practice-based education model : Learning through doing with real projects real partners and real impact. Our true differentiator is applied interactive AI-core learning . All our programs revolve around AI applications covering fields from digital business to data robotics and enterprise IoT. We are dedicated to translating pedagogy into the AI world and educating the pioneers of the digital transformation.

Key Skills

Forklift,Client Servicing,Electronics Engineering,Civil Quality Control,Designing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1