Full Professorship (W2) for Evolving Imaging and Photography

The University of Applied Sciences (HTWG) in Constance Germany is: more than 30 academic de­partments, roughly 4,500 enthusiastic students, distinguished faculty and over 80 international partner universities. With its campus of six schools directly overlooking the Lake Rhine, the HTWG offers (in a city where others come on holiday) optimal circumstances for forward-thinking teaching and research across disciplines and borders.

The Faculty of Architecture and Design is hiring (starting March 1st, 2026) a:

Full Professorship (W2) for Evolving Imaging and Photography (m/f/d)

(Reference No. 1-1117)

Your Profile

We are looking for someone who is eager and capable of navigating the expanding field of (AI-based) image generation in all of its new forms, and also can provide guidance in the practice of camera- pho­tography and who brings the sensitivity and experience of artistic practice.

In addition to the desire and willingness to teach in German and English, we also expect relevant pro­fessional experience, of which at least two years are professional work with post-photographic image generation, as well as teaching experience (in and out of a university setting).

Exceptional abilities in narrative media, artistic research and writing, and/or coding are highly de­sirable. The position requires a high level of motivation for ongoing development in these fields. Optimal would be a person who critically reflects the ethical/societal responsibility of design and the generation of digital imagery, as well as an openness for equality, diversity and who brings intercultu­ral abilities to the mix.

Ideally the candidate is comfortable working in interdisciplinary settings, is well connected in their pro­fessional environment, and brings active (and in person) dedication to academic administration tasks.

Your Domain

• Independent teaching and research of foundation, techniques and strategies of post-photogra­phic and photographic image generation; image competence, visual effect, basics of visual culture as well as on the history and theory of photography and image generation.
• Teaching methodological, theoretical and practical aspects of image generation projects in an artistic and/or design context.
• Bachelor and master-level teaching primarily in the Communication Design department, and in some cases in the School of Architecture and Design, and throughout the HTWG.
• The advising of students during their Bachelor’s thesis and Master’s thesis work, and during their internships/work placements.
• Managing and further developing the image laboratory/studio
• Active involvement in the ongoing evolution of the department and in international relations.

Other responsibilities include:

• Artistic and/or applied research (funding, publications) and transfer,
• Cooperations with other departments (e. g. Computer Science, Architecture, Humanities) and

institutions, as well as contributing to continuing education.

• Writing grant proposals and the acquisition of external (third-party) funding,
• Fulfilling your leadership role in a cooperative responsible manner and
• Teaching in accordance with the HTWG “Teaching Mission Statement” („Leitbild Lehre“)

The position holder shall fulfill the official duties of university teachers pursuant to § 46 of Baden-Würt-temberg’s State University Act (LHG).

Employment Requirements

These are based on to § 47 of Baden-Württemberg’s State University Act (LHG) and include specifically:

• A degree in arts and design (Master’s Degree / German ‘Diplom’ or equivalent)
• Exceptional artistic aptitude in photography, media arts and/or image generation. The search committee expects in your digitally submitted portfolio a collection of post-photographic and photographic work, along with a short written statement on your work methodology.
• A minimum of five years professional experience, with at least three years of non-academic experience.
• A good command of English and German (for non-German candidates within a defined time period, if necessary)

Our Offer

• The HTWG offers a large (inter)national network in science, economics, and politics.
• A dynamic, inspiring, respectful work environment with current topics awaits you. We embrace sustainability, transformation, technology and creativity!
• Expect varied, fulfilling tasks, room for creative development as well as enthusiastic apprecia­tive colleagues in a smaller collaborative school.
• The compatibility of science and family is important to us as a member of the alliance of fa­mily-friendly universities. We support you in all matters connected with the compatibility of fa­mily and profession.
• You will work with a view of the Lake Constance and the river Rhine, the beach bar is directly next to the departmental building, the historic old city is a short walk away and it is a short drive to the Alps. The HTWG also offers a wide range of sport and leisure activities.

General Information

For more information on the employment requirements according to § 47 of Baden-Württemberg’s State University Act (LHG), please refer to the university’s general information for professorships, which can be found on our Homepage.

Professors are initially hired as probationary civil servants. Tenured (lifelong) civil service positions are offered after three years without a further application process, provided that the probationary professor continues to fulfil the requirements of civil service law.

The university seeks to increase the number of its female faculty members and therefore strongly en­courages women to apply for the position. Candidates with disabilities and special needs displaying equivalent qualifications will be accorded preferential consideration.

Questions related to a dual career should be sent to Michaela David (mdavid@htwg-konstanz.de).

Your Application

Please submit your applications with the following documents - curriculum vitae, certified copies of re­levant certificates, list of publications (as appropriate), proof of professional activities, digital Portfolio – including the following reference number – 1-1117 – at the latest by September 15, 2025; preferably online at here or by mail to the President of the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz, Prof. Dr. Sabine Rein, Alfred- Wachtel-Strasse 8, 78462 Konstanz, Germany.

Questions about the position should be directed to the head of the search committee, Prof. Jochen Rädeker (jochen.raedeker@htwg-konstanz.de).