University Professorship - W 2 in Developmental Psychology

FernUniversität in Hagen

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University Professorship - W 2 in Developmental Psychology, FernUniversität in Hagen

Germany's only state-run distance-learning university, with over 50 years of experience in lifelong learning, offers flexible study options based on a blended-learning model. Across five faculties, it produces cutting-edge research findings-both subject-specific and interdisciplinary-and fulfills its social responsibility through public engagement with scientific knowledge. Its ethos includes interdisciplinary cooperation, the promotion of academic careers, and the integration of gender- and diversity-related aspects into research and teaching.

At the Faculty of Psychology, a University Professorship - W 2 in Developmental Psychology is to be appointed with effect from 1 August 2028.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Conduct relevant research in developmental psychology in at least one area aligned with the faculty's and university's research clusters, evidenced by publications in international peer-reviewed journals
Secure external funding
Maintain international visibility and collaboration, adhering to open and transparent science standards
Teach in the faculty's bachelor's and master's degree programs as well as micro-credentials, representing the full scope of the discipline
Teach developmental psychology in a future bachelor's program in psychology (including clinical psychology, in line with German psychotherapist licensing requirements), with contributions to developmental psychopathology and developmental assessment
Contribute to the development of interdisciplinary study programs across faculties and participate in academic self-governance
Actively prepare and implement innovative teaching and learning formats in accordance with the university's quality standards, incorporating modern educational technologies (digital and in-person)

Qualifications

German language proficiency at C1 level (CEFR), enabling effective teaching in German
Academic achievement in accordance with Section 36 of the Higher Education Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Hochschulgesetz NRW)

Health and family-friendly benefits are important aspects of the organizational culture. The university offers excellent conditions in terms of staff and resource allocation as well as support from various departments. Gender equality and equal opportunities are promoted; applicants of all genders (f/m/d) are strongly encouraged to apply. The rights of persons with a severe disability or equivalent status to be given preferential consideration when equally qualified remain unaffected.

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