Education is the most powerful lever for driving the transition to a sustainable society. That’s why we’ve built a university dedicated to educating and empowering the change-makers of tomorrow. We offer accredited degree programs designed to equip learners with 21st-century competencies while providing access to a world-class network of experts to maximize their impact.
As a remote-first institution, we use technology and AI to enable flexible, personalized learning - accessible from anywhere in the world.
We are proud to be the first EdTech startup in Europe with a fully state-recognized university license and to be ranked among the Top 20 EdTech startups globally.
We believe that transforming education requires rethinking how we teach. At Tomorrow University, we move beyond the traditional, teacher-centered approach and embrace a student-centric learning model. Our goal is to equip learners with the essential skills and mindset needed to create global impact, supported by a vast network of change-makers.
At Tomorrow University, we leverage science and technology to enhance learning while fostering a global community for continuous growth and impact. Our students learn by applying their knowledge to real-world challenges and engaging with world-class educators, mentors, and partners from around the globe.
Be aware that all of our positions are completely Remote but our working hours are Central European Time (+/- 2h)
Tomorrow University is looking for an experienced research development professional to build our external research funding engine.
Working in close partnership with the Vice President of Research, you will identify strategic funding opportunities, build international research consortia, write winning proposals, and secure competitive research funding across European, German and international programmes. The research itself is carried out within funded projects, with our learners actively involved through thesis work and project participation, while you drive the partnerships and funding that make it possible.
This role comes with a formal appointment as Professor under German higher education law, which is why candidates must fulfil the professorial requirements below. Alongside your primary focus on funding and partnerships, you will contribute to teaching and supervise bachelor's and master's theses connected to funded projects.
This role is ideal for someone with an academic background who has moved toward research development, grants management or consortium building and who enjoys connecting research, education, industry and societal impact.
Key Responsibilities
Research Strategy & Funding (primary focus)
- Work closely with the Vice President of Research to implement and continuously develop Tomorrow University's research strategy.
- Identify national and international funding opportunities aligned with the university's strategic priorities.
- Build and coordinate interdisciplinary research consortia involving universities, industry, NGOs and public-sector partners.
- Lead and contribute to competitive funding applications, including European, German and international research programmes.
- Develop long-term collaborations that strengthen Tomorrow University's research profile and impact.
- Translate funded research into impactful educational experiences and learner opportunities.
- Support the successful delivery of funded research projects from proposal through implementation.
Teaching & Academic Supervision
- Design and deliver high-quality learning experiences in your area of expertise.
- Supervise bachelor's and master's theses connected to research projects where appropriate.
- Contribute to curriculum development and continuously enhance our online learning experience.
- Mentor learners and support their academic and professional development.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Demonstrated success in securing competitive research funding (EU, national or international programmes).
- Experience building and coordinating interdisciplinary research collaborations and consortia.
- Because this role includes appointment as Professor, you must also have:
- A PhD in the field of AI or Technology
- At least five years of relevant professional experience after earning your master's degree, including three years outside academia.
- An academic publication and/or applied research record.
- Experience supervising higher education research projects.
- Passion for innovative online education and learner-centred teaching.
- German language skills are highly desirable but not mandatory.
What Success Looks Like
- A strategic funding pipeline aligned with our institutional priorities established
- Multiple high-quality proposals submitted to European, German or international programmes
- First externally funded projects secured, with new consortium partnerships behind them
- Learners actively involved in funded projects through theses and project participation
What Matters to Us
Perks & Benefits
Grow with us
At Tomorrow University, we foster lifelong learning. You’ll have access to our innovative programs and be part of a culture that encourages continuous growth—personally and professionally.
Travel the world together
Twice a year, we bring the whole team together for a week-long Workation somewhere in Europe—think bonding, brainstorming, and big ideas in beautiful places.
Time to recharge
You’ll get 25 vacation days per year, plus public holidays based on your location.
As an international remote-first organisation, compensation is benchmarked against role level, experience, internal equity, and local market conditions in the candidate’s country of residence. The advertised range reflects the base salary for this role. Depending on the role and seniority level, additional compensation components, such as VSOPs, may also be offered.
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