IU International University

• Innovative and future-oriented academic teaching

• Maximum flexibility for an optimal work-life-balance

• Networking within the faculty at Germany's largest university

For the summer term of 2026, we are seeking a professor (m/f/d) for the degree program Cyber Security at IU International University, limited to 2 years at our campus in Köln, part-time, starting on April 1st, 2026.

Your tasks

• You represent the field of Cyber Security in teaching and research within the bachelor's degree program on-site at our IU campus and become part of an extensive network in the field of higher education (For more insights, see the coursebook).

• You develop and lead face-to-face lectures on Campus and are responsible for the individual supervision of our students during their exams and while they prepare their thesis.

• You teach practice-oriented fundamental knowledge in Cyber Security and are capable of training our students in the following areas: Data Science, Big Data Technologies, Programming with Python, Software Engineering and Processes.

• You contribute to the creative development of teaching formats within IU’s didactic concept and collaborate closely with colleagues to further develop these formats.

Your Profile

At IU International University, we focus on delivering practical knowledge. Therefore, we are looking for an expert in Cyber Security with professional experience, scientific expertise, and didactic skills that enhance the teaching at IU.

• You successfully completed a university degree in Cyber Security or a related field with outstanding academic performance and hold a relevant doctoral degree (Ph.D.).

• You have at least five years of practical work experience, including three years outside university, and may have already gained initial experience in academic teaching.

• You demonstrate your expertise in the relevant subject areas through publications or projects.

• You work team-oriented and reliably and are committed to in-person teaching while also being proficient in conducting virtual lectures.

• You reside permanently in Germany.

• You have English language skills at C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

The employment requirements are governed by the Higher Education Law Thüringen.

What We Offer

• Work flexibly: Experience the freedom of teaching and maximum flexibility with us.

• Shape your future: Rapid growth opens up many new opportunities for you. Tell us about your dream career, and we will help you achieve it. At the same time, benefit from our company pension plan.

• Become part of the world's best team: We support each other, lend a hand, and share lecture materials without restriction. Together, we exceed all expectations.

• Grow your expertise: Use your chance to engage in exciting research projects without obligations and benefit from our internal research pool.

• Experience Innovation and Dynamism: Together, we work in a dynamic environment with new technologies like Chat GPT-4 and explore the technical diversity, scale and possibilities.

• Pass on your valuable knowledge…: Here with us, you impart valuable education to our knowledge-hungry students - A gift that is gladly shared

• .…and take your own knowledge to a new level: Where else but with us? Benefit from free continuing education, language courses, and discounted study programs.

• Take Time to Rest: In addition to 30 days of annual leave, we gift you extra days off on your birthday, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Eve.

• Sustainable Mobility: Travel with us at a lower cost – the Deutschlandticket is available for just €8.70!

Do you see yourself in this profile and are looking for a new challenge? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our career portal.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To process your application as quickly as possible, please submit the following documents:

• CV, including an overview of your teaching experience

• University certificates

• Doctoral degree certificate (For international degrees, please include proof of equivalence in Germany, e.g., an Anabin extract or a KMK assessment)

• Short motivation letter

• List of publications

We back up our words with actions: We take our “Culture of Everyone“ seriously and want to make clear that no matter your origin, religion, gender, age, or sexual orientation, we will welcome and accept you. Our doors stand also open to you if you have an impairing. We look forward to a diverse cooperation at IU!

For questions, please contact our Professorship Recruiting Team: berufungsverfahren-dualesstudium@iu.org.