Professor for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability (m/f/d).

Your Responsibilities

•  Module responsibility and teaching of Gisma’s Bachelor and Master programmes, particularly in the fields of Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, and related areas, as well as examination, assessments, and student supervision.
•  Active participation in programme development, quality assurance, and the integration of sustainability frameworks into the curriculum.
•  Design and continuous update of contemporary teaching and learning materials aligned with developments in green management, social entrepreneurship, and climate-neutral business strategies.
•  Initiate, expand, and maintain cooperation with partners in industry and research organisations, particularly in the sustainability sector, NGOs, and corporate ethics environments. 
• Participation in national and international accreditation procedures, as required.
• Active engagement in academic administration and committee work. • Further development of a personal and institutional research profile in CSR, Sustainability Management, or Ethics in the Digital Age, publication of results in high-quality journals, and engagement in public dissemination.
•  Support outreach activities, including student recruitment events and promotion of AI-driven business study pathways. 

Your profile

• Completed university studies in a relevant discipline such as Business Ethics, Environmental Management, Sustainability Sciences, International Business, or Corporate Governance.
•  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 digitalization and the intersection of technology and sustainability (e.g., Green Tech).
•  Fluency in English for teaching and research purposes; international academic or industry experience is highly valued.
•  A publication record in fields such as Business Ethics, Sustainable Business Models, or ESG Reporting.
•  Experience in developing and leading research projects, ideally with success in acquiring third-party funding.
•  Innovative perspectives for advancing research and curriculum in CSR and Sustainability.
•  Experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes is an asset. 

Why us?

• The opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international culture
• The opportunity to play a leading role in launching new campus-wide initiatives and academic events as part of our strategic growth
• The opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concepts that will contribute to the development and reputation of the institution.
• Continuous support for your personal and professional development.
• As a rapidly growing institution, the University values the contributions of its faculty and recognises that sustained engagement, performance, and scholarly activity are integral to advancing the institution’s strategic objectives and shaping its future academic direction