Job Description

University of Applied Sciences



Around 1,600 students pursue their studies and research in attractive degree programs at Environmental Campus Birkenfeld of Trier University. We are the University of Applied Sciences, which has the highest level of research activity and third-party funding in Rhineland-Palatinate. This means we offer excellent conditions for carrying out projects in collaboration with regional and national industries.



Description



The professorship shown above available in the Department of Environmental Economics / Environmental Law at the Birkenfeld location as soon as possible.



Tasks



The professorship involves teaching and conducting research within the Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the field of 'Economic and Environmental Law', as well as other degree programmes at the Birkenfeld Environmental Campus. This includes the English - language degree programme 'Sustainable Business and Law'. The teaching staff are also expected to contribute to the profile of the Birkenfeld Environmental Campus in teaching and research.



Sound theoretical knowledge and several years' practical experience in the advertised field of environmental law are required, and this must be reflected in teaching.



The successful candidate will be expected to deliver courses in both German and English, supporting the international focus of the Birkenfeld Environmental Campus. Commitment to continuing professional development and participation in the university's inst itutes and self - administration are required.



The state of Rhineland - Palatinate and Trier University of Applied Sciences advocate a support concept that requires teaching staff to be present at the university location frequently.



Recruitment requirements



In addition to the general requirements under civil service law, the minimum requirements for appointment are:



1. a successfully completed university degree in law ,

2. pedagogical skills , which are usually demonstrated by experience in teaching, training, or relevant further training in university teaching ,

3. special ability for academic work, usually demonstrated by a qualified doctorate in law , preferably related to the advertised field of teaching , and

4. in addition, special achievements in the application or development of scientific findings and methods in at least five years of relevant professional practice, of which at least three years must have been spent outside the university sector.



We also expect a very good command of German and English.



Appointment will be made to permanent civil service status if the relevant employment requirements are met.



We offer



Trier University of Applied Sciences offers a variety of innovative and future-oriented research opportunities, as well as international and interdisciplinary collaboration possibilities. We provide all employees with a comprehensive range of professional development opportunities. As a certified family-friendly university, we offer extensive childcare options, along with support and guidance from the Family Service and the Dual Career Service.



Place of employment



Umwelt-Campus, Dienstort Birkenfeld



Proportion of women/ severe disability



Trier University of Applied Sciences is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all employees and values diversity as a significant asset. In this spirit, we particularly encourage applications from women. Severely disabled persons and those with equivalent status under § 2 (3) SGB IX will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified (please provide appropriate documentation).



Contact



If you have any questions, please contact the chair of of the Appointment Committee



Prof. Dr. Tilman Cosack



t.cosack@umwelt-campus.de

Tel. +49 6782 17-1594



Application deadline



06.12.2025



Are you interested?



In this case, we look forward to receiving your online application, including a cover letter, CV, certificates, proof of professional experience, a list of publications, an outline of your teaching and research concept, and teaching evaluations matching the profile of the professorship. Please submit your application as a single PDF document via our application portal by the stated deadline.