Professorship in Psychology (M/F/D) (100%)

Be aware that this position is completely Remote but our working hours are Central European Time (+/- 2h)

Tomorrow University is a next generation University for Impactful Careers.

In our transition to a sustainable society, education is the crucial lever. That’s why we built a university that educates and empowers the change makers of tomorrow. We deliver accredited degree programs designed to build up 21st century competencies and provide a world-class network of experts to set our learners up for impact. A remote-first learning environment driven by technology and AI enables flexible and personalized learning from wherever you are.

We are the first EdTech startup in Europe with a full state-recognized university license and are proud to be one of the Top 20 EdTech startups in the world.

Our inspiration

We firmly believe that the key to transforming education lies in reimagining how we teach. At Tomorrow University, we're breaking away from the old, teacher-centered model of traditional universities, and we're embracing a student-centric approach. Our aim is to provide our students with a unique opportunity to acquire essential skills and a mindset that will enable them to create global impact through a vast network of change-makers.

Our mission

At Tomorrow’s University, we leverage science and technology for effective learning and foster a global community for continuous growth and impact. With us, students learn by applying their knowledge to real-life challenges and interacting with world-class educators, mentors, and partners from all around the world.

Role Overview

We are looking to fill one full-time professor position to support our degree programs, especially a new program we are planning to launch in the field of Organizational Psychology. The role holder will have expertise in the field of Organizational Psychology, ideally with a passion for sustainability issues. We are looking for candidates who have expertise in fostering responsible innovation and inspiring leaders through their teaching and research. In this role, you will be expected to take on program director responsibilities. You will also become part of the founding academic team, taking the initiative to create and carry out your own projects from day one.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program director responsibilities:

• Contributing to the recruitment of students
• Ensuring selection and admissions policies are followed
• Introducing students to the program
• Developing the program curriculum and ensuring documentation is up-to-date
• Sourcing, appointing, and supervising Challenge Owners, ensuring that they deliver challenges in a way that is consistent with the ToU pedagogy
• Maintaining contact with program graduates
• Ensuring the quality of the program and liaising with accrediting bodies as appropriate
• Contributing to the identification of and collaboration with external partners, ambassadors, and mentors
  
  

Professorship Responsibilities:

• Course development and program management for our newly to-be-launched MA in Organizational Psychology program
• Planning, content creation, and implementation of introductory and advanced asynchronous courses with synchronous teaching components in the field of Organizational Psychology
• Planning and implementation of research projects including publication activities, ideally focused on the acquisition of third-party funding
• Advising and supervising students
• Developing appropriate assessment instruments and criteria, assessing the work and progress of students according to the criteria, and providing constructive feedback to students
• Supervising student projects, challenges, and bachelor’s and master’s theses
• Establishing partnerships with companies and research institutions
• Administrative activities and committee work
  
  

YOUR PROFILE:

• Completed relevant university studies (e.g. in the field of Psychology)
• Fulfillment of the minimum requirements for the employment of professors according to
• 68 HHG (Hessian Higher Education Act)
• Successfully completed doctorate (Ph.D.), i.e. proof of qualification for scientific work
• Qualified professional experience of at least five years (after completion of the master’s degree, ideally after completion of the Ph.D.), three of which must have been gained outside of academic institutions
• Ability to create and conduct courses in English
• Publication and research activity in the field of responsible entrepreneurship
• Ability to work in a team and strong communication skills
• Organizational skills and hands-on mentality
• Enthusiasm and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• International experience at universities desirable
• Experience in a start-up environment and in multi-project management desirable
• Experience with third-party funding acquisition desirable
  

Our Benefits:

• Work wherever you are and whenever you want: Our flexible work environment will give you the freedom to work from anywhere and whenever you want. The company will cover co-working space costs to meet, mingle, and work in different locations;
• Grow and develop yourself: Every teammate can learn for free at Tomorrow University plus we have a needs-based budget approach. We fund proper resources on training, mentoring, and books to provide relevant knowledge and support the professional development of our employees;
• Travel the world with us: Twice per year, the whole team meets for a 1-week Workation at a different place around Europe;
• 25 days of Vacation plus public holidays based on where you are located;
• Well-being and Team-building activities such as online Yoga Classes, online Coffee breaks, Informal Friday drinks sessions, and much more!