Professor of Finance and Controlling; m, f

Your Responsibilities

The opportunity: We are looking for a new colleague to join our Business Faculty in Dubai on a full-time basis starting 01.09.2026
, who shares our vision of excellence in education and is committed to making a difference in the lives of our students and staff. In this exciting role, you'll deliver engaging and practical modules, leverage your expertise to create real-world connections, and foster an inclusive learning experience that values diverse and creative problem-solving. You’ll play an instrumental role in delivering high-quality, future-oriented education, empowering students to develop the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a globalized and rapidly evolving world.

Your contributions will have a lasting impact on the academic journey of your students and support the continued growth of both the university and its vibrant international community.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:

• Conducting introductory and advanced courses in the areas of Finance, Controlling and Accounting, with a focus on areas such as Corporate Finance, Financial Reporting, Cost Management, and Quantitative Methods
• Planning and implementing interdisciplinary research and development projects
• Advising and supervising students to help them achieve their goals
• Grading student work, supervising seminars, projects, and bachelor/master theses ensuring high academic and didactic standards
• Establishing industry collaborations and partnerships to further grow the network of the University
• Participate in university administration and committee work, actively supporting the success of UE
• Contributing to the conceptual design of new study programmes and the continuous development of existing curricula in collaboration with the Quality Management team
• Advising prospective students and contributing to UE’s outreach activities

Requirements for a professorship:

• University studies completed with a doctoral degree and master’s degree or equivalent in the area of the professorship, or a related field
• Proof of exceptional aptitude for scientific work, usually demonstrated by the quality of a doctorate and/or the quality of scientific publications
• At least three years of qualified professional experience, with two years outside of a university, in the area of the professorship, or related domains

• Experience in teaching lectures in the areas of Finance, Controlling and Accounting. Experience in teaching advanced versions of these courses is an advantage
• National and international work experience in the field of the professorship
• Ability to teach courses in English language
• Ability to teach courses in German language is an advantage
• Publication and research activity is a strong asset
• Commitment to applied research, student engagement, and curriculum innovation
• Strong ability to communicate and work in a team
• Preferably you hold a UAE Golden Visa at the time of application

• Opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international environment
• Creative freedom to develop and implement new ideas and teaching formats
• Access to research funding and professional networks across GUS
• Preventive and aftercare health care options
• 30 days of vacation
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and online training
• A collaborative environment where innovation and diversity are valued
• Numerous campus events from the fields of art, culture, business and science

We look forward to receiving your application!

The university is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and particularly encourage women to apply. As an employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, national or social origin, or disability, in accordance with applicable laws.

The hiring requirements for professorships are based on the provisions of § 43 of the university law of the Federal State of Brandenburg/Germany. The award of the title Professor by the University of Europe for Applied Sciences is contingent on the approval of the Ministry of Science, Research, and Culture of the Federal State of Brandenburg/Germany.

Please submit your application, including the following documents,
by 22.06.2026
:

• Curriculum vitae
• Bachelor and master's diplomas
• Doctoral degree certificate and/or comprehensive list of publications
  • For doctoral degrees obtained outside the UAE: a Certificate of Recognition for the doctoral degree issued by the UAE Ministry of Education
• Overview of courses taught to date (scope, topic) as well as teaching evaluations
• Evidence of professional experience outside of academia, such as work certificates or professional references
• A copy of your UAE Golden Visa, if you already have one

Your contact for professional questions:
Prof. Dr. Daniel Kleber, Vice-Dean at campus Dubai ()

Your contact for organizational questions:
Human Resources: