Organisation/Company Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus
Department Referat Personalangelegenheiten
Research Field Other
Researcher Profile Other
Profession Positions Master Positions
Country Germany
Application Deadline 31 Oct 2027 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
Type of Contract Temporary
Job Status Full-time
Hours Per Week 40
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Erasmus+
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) is a young, up-and-coming university and the only technical university in the state of Brandenburg. With more than 1,500 employees, the BTU is one of the largest employers in Lusatia. We offer all employees support in combining work and family life.

The following position in the area of the Vice President for Internationalisation is to be filled in Cottbus at the earliest possible date:

Academic Manager (m/f/d) in the EUNICE 4U project

limited until 31 October 2027, full-time, E 13 TV-L

Reference Number: 49/25

BTU is a highly international university. With approximately 45% international students and 40% international doctoral students, more than 220 partner universities in 65 countries around the world, and numerous European and non-European research projects and teaching collaborations, internationalization plays an important role in the university's strategic development.

Since 2020, BTU has been part of the European University Alliance EUNICE (European University for Customised Education), a network of ten universities from ten European countries with a total of around 150,000 students. All universities are located in medium-sized cities and combine strong regional ties with an international outlook. The EUNICE alliance creates tailored, flexible learning opportunities for its students to prepare them for the European job market and addresses the transformative challenges of our time through joint research projects.

These are your responsibilities:

Coordination and organization of the courses offered within the framework of the European University Networks (EUN) funded project “EUNICE 4U” at BTU as well as support in the further expansion of a joint course offering in the alliance, in particular:

Preparation of development and optimization proposals for course development and course-related administrative processes at BTU, taking into account the objectives of the project
Identification of internal university adjustment requirements and preparation of corresponding decision proposals
Benchmarking with the respective regulations of the partner universities in the network and preparing the content of the results
Participation in EUNICE working groups at Alliance level and within the BTU
Monitoring European higher education policy and relevant developments in the European Education Area and communication within the university
Advising lecturers on networking opportunities and supporting the further or new development of suitable courses
Networking and representation of BTU as a member of the EUNICE alliance at home and abroad, participation in meetings and committee meetings at alliance level
Organization of events (working meetings, workshops, general assemblies)

Your Skills:

You have successfully completed a university degree (Master degree/university diploma/equivalent) in the field of higher education management, in a similarly suitable subject area or in a subject area represented at BTU, or have many years of relevant professional experience after an academic degree.

The following knowledge and/or experience is desirable:

profound knowledge of academic rules and regulations, in particular with respect to admission and examination
Basic knowledge of education management
Experience in the organisation of teaching and curriculum development as well as the evaluation and quality management in higher education
Good knowledge of administrative processes in the higher education sector, in particular the specifics of programme administration at BTU
Work experience in the field of internationalisation at a university, in the academic sector, in public institutions or companies
Experience in working independently with (international) partner institutions and networks
very good written and spoken English skills

You possess strong communication and moderation skills, enjoy working in a team and are willing to go the extra mile. Your profile is rounded off by flexibility, independence and the ability to work under pressure.

For further information about the vacant position, please contact Mareike Kunze, Head of International Relations Office (e-mail: , phone: +49 (0) ).

Our Offer:

The BTU offers excellent conditions for a career in research and innovation. In addition, there are many advantages of Cottbus-Senftenberg such as convenient transport links to Berlin or Dresden and attractive and affordable housing in the Lusatian Lakeland.

If you want to play an active role in shaping change in Lusatia, become part of the BTU family. We look forward to getting to know you.

The BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and strives for a balanced gender ratio in all employee groups. Applicants with a severe disability or of equal status will be given priority in the case of equal suitability for the position.

The submission of photos is not required.

Please send your application documents in a PDF document , stating the reference number , exclusively by e-mail by to Prof. Dr. Wolfram Berger, Vice President for Internationalisation, Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg, e-mail: .

Where to apply

E-mail

Requirements

Research Field Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

The following knowledge and/or experience is desirable:

profound knowledge of academic rules and regulations, in particular with respect to admission and examination
Basic knowledge of education management
Experience in the organisation of teaching and curriculum development as well as the evaluation and quality management in higher education
Good knowledge of administrative processes in the higher education sector, in particular the specifics of programme administration at BTU
Work experience in the field of internationalisation at a university, in the academic sector, in public institutions or companies
Experience in working independently with (international) partner institutions and networks
very good written and spoken English skills

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1
Company/Institute Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU)
Country Germany
State/Province Brandenburg
City Cottbus
Postal Code 03046
Street Platz der Deutschen Einheit 1

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