Professor (m/f/d) for Business Analytics and Econometrics

Permanent employee, Full-time

• Potsdam, Berlin
  
  

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Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a new colleague to join our faculty in Potsdam and Berlin on a full-time basis, starting in October 2025.

The Opportunity

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the academic excellence and strategic development of Gisma University of Applied Sciences through high-quality teaching, impactful research, and active participation in the academic community. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping and delivering innovative programmes in Business Analytics and Econometrics, with a focus on integrating practical, data-driven approaches into the curriculum. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with an international student body, collaborate with industry and research partners, and influence the evolution of data-centric education in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Module responsibility and teaching of Gisma’s Bachelor and Master programmes, particularly in the fields of Business Analytics, Econometrics, and related areas, as well as examination, assessments, and student supervision.
• Active participation in programme development, quality assurance, and the integration of advanced analytics into the curriculum.
• Conception, creation, and adaptation of contemporary teaching and learning materials aligned with developments in data-driven finance and technology.
• Initiate, expand, and maintain cooperation with partners in industry and research, particularly in FinTech, financial modelling, and data analytics domains.
• Participation in national and international accreditation procedures, as needed.
• Active engagement in academic administration and committee work.
• Further development of a personal and institutional research profile in Business Analytics, Econometrics, or Data-Driven Finance, publication of results in high-quality journals, and engagement in public dissemination.
• Participation in outreach, including student recruitment events and promotion of data-oriented study tracks.
  
  

Your profile

For an appointment, you must fulfil all requirements according to Section 41 ff of the Brandenburg Higher Education Act (BbgHG). See the following link:

• 41 ff. BbgHG.
  
  

In Addition, You Demonstrate

• Completed university studies in a relevant discipline such as Econometrics, Business Analytics, Statistics,Economics.
• Conception, creation, and adaptation of contemporary teaching and learning materials aligned with developments in business analytics, econometrics, and data-driven financial technologies.
• Proof of extraordinary qualification for scientific work in the form of an outstanding doctorate and/or a strong record of high-impact, peer-reviewed publications.
• A minimum of three years of qualified professional experience, including at least two years outside a university environment, gained after a master's degree or equivalent.
• Proven university-level teaching experience, with competence in blended, online, and interactive learning methodologies. Student evaluations should reflect excellent pedagogical aptitude.
• A strong affinity for digitalisation and data analytics in finance and economics.
• Fluency in English for teaching and research purposes; international academic or industry experience is highly valued.
• A publication record in fields such as applied econometrics, statistical learning, or financial analytics.
• Experience in developing and leading research projects, ideally with success in acquiring third-party funding.
• Innovative perspectives for advancing research and curriculum in Business Analytics and Econometrics.
• Experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes is an asset.
  
  

Why us?

• Opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international culture.
• A workplace in our modern, centrally located campus in Potsdam.
• Numerous campus events from the fields of art, culture, business, and science.
• Opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concepts.
• Personal and professional development.
  
  

Interested?

Then we look forward to hearing from you. Please share your application to: Jobs at Gisma .Your application should include the following documents: CV, Cover Letter and Reference, Certificates, Industry letters, Publications list.

Please share your application before June 30, 2025

As an employer, we are committed to equal opportunity and support for minorities. We do not discriminate based on ethnic origin, skin colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or legally protected status.

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About Us

Gisma University of Applied Sciences, first established in 1999 as Gisma Business School, is a leading university of applied sciences for innovative and creative international business, technology, and engineering innovation. Our Global MBA program has been recognized for its excellence through the highly acclaimed AMBA accreditation, reinforcing our reputation in the industry. Recently, we have expanded our programme portfolio into the fields of Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. Our unique teaching approach combines practical experience in these fields with the development of analytical skills and an understanding of contemporary theories through personalized, hands-on, and interactive learning. Gisma is part of Global University Systems (GUS), an international education business, which is represented by over 87,000 students in nearly 60 locations across the globe, providing students with opportunities for global exposure and a unique learning experience.

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Über uns

Die Gisma University of Applied Sciences, die 1999 als Gisma Business School gegründet wurde, ist eine führende Hochschule für innovative und kreative internationale Geschäfts-, Technologie- und Ingenieurwissenschaften. Unser einzigartiger Lehransatz kombiniert praktische Erfahrungen in diesen Bereichen mit der Entwicklung analytischer Fähigkeiten und einem Verständnis für moderne Theorien durch personalisiertes, praxisorientiertes und interaktives Lernen. Die Gisma ist Teil der Global University Systems (GUS), einem der vielfältigsten Netzwerke von Hochschuleinrichtungen auf der ganzen Welt. GUS bildet in einer Vielzahl von Programmen aus, darunter Bachelor- und Masterstudiengänge, Englischsprachkurse sowie Berufs-, Unternehmens- und Führungskräfteausbildung. An 57 Standorten, u.a. in Großbritannien, Kanada, den Vereinigten Staaten, der Karibik, Irland, Israel, Singapur und Deutschland, bilden rund 87.000 Studierende ein internationales Netzwerk, um gemeinsam zu lernen.

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Gisma University of Applied Sciences, first established in 1999 as Gisma Business School, is a leading university of applied sciences for innovative and creative international business, technology, and engineering innovation. Our Global MBA program has been recognized for its excellence through the highly acclaimed AMBA accreditation, reinforcing our reputation in the industry. Recently, we have expanded our programme portfolio into the fields of Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. Our unique teaching approach combines practical experience in these fields with the development of analytical skills and an understanding of contemporary theories through personalized, hands-on, and interactive learning. Gisma is part of Global University Systems (GUS), an international education business, which is represented by over 87,000 students in nearly 60 locations across the globe, providing students with opportunities for global exposure and a unique learning experience.