Research Associate for Digital Solutions in Teaching and Campus Management | Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in (m/w/d) für digitale Lösungen in Lehre und Campus-Management

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof Land Bayern

Hof, Saale, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Oct 14, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves scientifically conceptualizing, developing, and implementing innovative digital solutions to optimize teaching processes and strengthen the digital infrastructure at Hof University of Applied Sciences. The Research Associate will focus on integrating and advancing campus and learning management systems (like Primuss and Moodle), developing proprietary university apps, and establishing standardized teaching and examination processes for quality assurance and accreditation. A significant part of the role includes exploring and deploying AI-supported applications, such as chatbots and assistance tools, for administration, teaching, and prospective students. Candidates must possess a degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a related field, coupled with experience in software system design and development, ideally with knowledge of LMS or App/Web development. This is an attractive opportunity to actively shape the future digital landscape of a growing university within a supportive, professional team environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science, Administrative Informatics, Business Informatics, or comparable field

Experience

  • Professional experience in methodical conceptualization and development of software systems
  • Experience with Campus Management Systems, Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle), and/or App and Web development (ideal)
  • Experience with evidence-based further development and scientific documentation

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Foreign university degrees or doctorates require an evaluation from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB); Full-time position; Contract duration is limited to two years.