Full Professor (W3) of Business Administration, Specializing in Information Systems for Data-Driven Companies | W3-Professur (m/w/d) für Betriebswirtschaftslehre, insbesondere Wirtschaftsinformatik

Job Summary

The University of Saarland seeks an accomplished academic to fill a W3 Professorship focusing on Business Administration and Information Systems, specifically tailored for data-driven enterprises. The successful candidate will represent the field broadly in research and teaching, with a core focus on leveraging data analytical technologies for corporate transformation. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting cutting-edge research in areas such as AI-based automation, IT architectures for data-driven systems, and optimizing value chains. The role requires teaching across all Business Administration programs in both German and English, supervising academic work, and mentoring junior academics. Key qualifications include demonstrated excellence in research through publications in top international venues (IS, Data Science, or AI) and a proven track record of securing competitive, peer-reviewed third-party funding. This position offers a unique environment for innovation, including potential collaboration with the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) and integration into the university’s strong research profile.