Lecturer
Independently perform tasks in research and academic teaching
As a lecturer, you have the opportunity to teach and conduct research independently, regardless of holding a professorship, with a focus on teaching. This makes a significant contribution to the long-term development oft he University of Bremen. The position is characterized by a high degree of autonomy, as the job holder is assigned to the dean’s office of the faculty and not to individual professorship or working groups. In terms of status, these positions belong to the academic mid-level sector, representing a career path alongside professorships. An important feature of this position ist the assumption of permanent responsibilities with the aim of strengthening the competencies of individual academics in teaching and research.
These positions can be filled on a temporary or permanent basis, and part-time arrangements are also possible. Typically, they are advertised publicly
Selection procedure
The selection procedures are regulated in the regulations on the personelle selection procedure for filling lecturer positions. An axademic committee (the selection committee) decides which applicants are invited to an interview and ultimately selected. Here are the key details
- The vacancy is usually advertised publicly. The procedures are supervised by the respective departments, which are also responsible fort he Administration and organization of the selection procuderes.
- Having completed a doctoral dgree is advantageous for your application. If you habe not yet completed your PhD, it’s advisable to do so as soon as possible.
The interview consists of conductiong a sample teaching session, a discussion, and an interview with the selection committee, particular focusing on the applicant’s didactic concept and research interests. Subsequnetly, the committee’s appointment proposal is forwarded to the director of finance and administration für approval.
Additional Information
The posistion of lecturer falls within the realm of independent acadmic mid-level-sector, as defined in § 24 (1) BremHG. Lecturers are not subordinated to a univeristy professor and perform both teaching and research tasks, with a focus on teaching.
The legislator has enshrined the personnel category of lecturer in § 24 (1) BremHG. The selection procedure for filling lecturer positions is outlined in the regulations on personnel selection dated 06.07.2016.
According to § 24 BremHG, the recruitments requirements include a completed university degree and typically a doctoral degree. Additional qualifications regarding academic qualification can be found in the job advertisments.
The teaching obligation for lecturers is regulated in the LVNV and amounts to 12 LVS per semester for full-time position.
Lecturers do not have any staffing. Access to laboratories and other resources is facilitated and coordinated. A modest budget for material is necessary and must tob e determined in consulation with the department.
Important links, downloads and contact person
Ellen Laurer
Institution
University of Bremen (Uni Bremen)
Building/room: SFG
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Phone: 0049 421 218 60312
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