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We are one of the most research-oriented universities of applied sciences in Germany
with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Thanks to our active
university partnerships around the world and twelve Franco-German degree programs, we are
both Francophile and internationally oriented. Our university currently has over 6,000 students
and is located in the heart of Saarland's capital city, Saarbrücken. Enjoy the benefits of a
dynamic and lively border region with an exceptionally high quality of life while helping us
provide the next generation of specialists and managers with the best possible education and
preparing them for the challenges of the future.
The School of Architecture and Civil Engineering has a vacancy for the following
professorship effective October 1, 2027:
W2 professorship (m/f/d) for Design, Construction,
and Extension
Reference Number 72
We are seeking an architect (m/f/d) with outstanding skills and proven practical experience in
design and construction. The professorship focuses on adaptive work within the existing built
environment and context-sensitive extension, understood as a conceptual and structural
engagement with the existing built fabric through contemporary and forward-looking
methods, technologies, and materials.
As the faculty is looking to expand its research activities, additional expertise in applied and
scientific research is expressly welcome. Practical experience in relevant fields that
contribute to the faculty’s further development will be given special consideration.
In addition, we are looking for:
- Sound scientific knowledge in the sought-after fields
- Outstanding scientific and teaching qualifications
- Several years of independent professional experience, gained nationally or
internationally, in the focus areas
- A well-defined research profile that facilitates both independent and collaborative
research projects
- Strong language skills in German and English
- Additional language skills in French and/or another foreign language are an advantage,
as is proof of international contacts and experience
Your profile
Within its integrated bachelor's and master's programs, the department teaches design strategies,
structural principles, and methodologies for working with existing buildings, preparing students to
address architectural and urban challenges with a reflective and contemporary approach.
In this context, you will primarily be responsible for:
- Teaching courses in the Architecture programs (bachelor’s and master’s)
- Active participation in teaching the basics
- Dedicated participation in furthering the faculty and the university
- Willingness to cooperate and work in an interdisciplinary manner across different fields of study
- Representing your subject area in teaching, research and academic development
- Offering courses in German and English
- On-site presence at the university in order to provide optimal support for students
Your tasks
Your application
Please send your application with the
short applicant profile (m/f/d)
available on our homepage at
htwsaar.de/stellenausschreibungen
as well as your curriculum vitae,
scholarly background, a description
of your professional activities within
and outside the university sector,
copies of certificates, a list of
publications, a brief concept outlining
potential areas you wish to focus on
in teaching, research and transfer,
quoting the reference number 72 by
09.20.2026, in electronic form only to
[email protected]
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