Here at Reutlingen University, innovation meets tradition. Be it digital transformation, sustainable product development or research projects across disciplines – we know what is relevant to science, to the economy and to the world.

At TEXOVERSUM, one of the leading global hubs for textile education, future leaders learn how to drive the textile industry's transformation through entrepreneurial thinking, technological excellence, and innovative design.

The following professorship is to be filled at TEXOVERSUM the School of Textiles for the winter semester 2026/2027:

W2-Professorship (m/f/x)Change Management in Fashion Business

Code number 2026/006

JOB DESCRIPTION

• You will primarily teach in English in the degree programs offered by the TEXOVERSUM School of Textiles, focusing on processes of change in the fashion and textile industry.
• You enjoy empowering students to successfully shape organizational transformations and teaching complex topics in a practical manner. Developing students' skills is your top priority.
• You apply theoretical concepts and models to explain and manage change processes.
• You design and develop degree programs as well as innovative, interactive teaching formats (e.g., project work and case studies, simulation-based learning, blended learning).
• You conduct research on organizational development, change and transformation management, build up an independent transfer and research profile, and initiate cooperative practical projects with industry partners.
• You are present at the university, actively participate in academic self-administration, and contribute to the strategic development of the TEXOVERSUM School of Textiles.
• You contribute your international experience and your commitment to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in teaching, research, and transfer.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• A completed university degree and a relevant doctorate.
• Proven scientific and/or professional experience in areas such as change management, organizational development, transformation, behavioral economics, or business psychology.
• Practical experience in the application of analysis and design methods for organizational change processes.
• Willingness and ability to apply and further develop innovative teaching concepts.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and teach content in a practical manner.
• Excellent teaching skills, especially in dealing with diverse teaching situations.
• Excellent English skills (equivalent to C1) and good German skills.
• Team spirit, intercultural competence, and commitment to an appreciative teaching and working culture.

We value

diversity and equal opportunities. We especially welcome applications from qualified women. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified. You can find more detailed information on the hiring requirements at www.reutlingen-university.de/aktuelles/einstellungsvoraussetzungen.

Contact

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application service http://karriere.reutlingen-university.de. Please be aware tat applications sent by email or in the post will not be accepted. Application period ends on 15.03.2026.

If you have any questions please contact: Prof Dr. Malte Wessels | +49 (0)7121 271 8028 | [email protected]