The aim of the ProTHM project, funded under the federal-state program "FH Personal", is to make the career path of a professorship at a university of applied sciences more visible and attractive, to make the entry conditions for new professors more flexible, to implement sustainable funding and support structures at THM , to sustainably increase the proportion of women in a scientific career and to enable diverse perspectives in teaching, research and transfer.
Reaching talent early: Career prospects of a HAW professorship
The program aims to provide interested individuals with comprehensive information about professorships at THM . To reach the broadest possible audience, we offer various event formats and individual consultations.
Talent development program for female students
The one-year program is aimed at female students at THMwho stand out through good performance or a special interest and commitment, and allows them to gain insights into a career in science and HAW professorship during their studies.
Career Talks
In moderated panel discussions, we invite you to exchange ideas and network with representatives of THM on exciting topics such as women in science, opportunities and challenges of tandem professorships and research opportunities at a university of applied sciences.
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At career fairs, we offer personal consultations and address your individual questions. Our team has previously participated in events such as HerCarrer in Munich and FemWorx in Hanover.
Digital information event with the President of THM
Once a year, an information event about doctoral studies and professorships takes place at THM . After two short presentations, there is an opportunity to ask the president of THM questions in an open discussion.
Exploring new paths: New models for the HAW professorship
To make the HAW professorship more flexible, various models were tested in practice as part of the project and permanently established at THM . With these models, we are creating modern career options and responding to the diverse life and professional realities of highly qualified specialists.
Profile professorships
Profile professorships allow newly appointed professors to receive a teaching load reduction of 6 semester hours per week in order to set individual priorities in teaching, research or knowledge transfer.
Tandem professorships
Tandem professorships allow students to compensate for a lack of professional experience outside of academia through part-time employment in a company and at THM . The tandem professorship is remunerated at the W1 equivalent level and is limited to a maximum of four years.
Arriving successfully: Support for newly appointed clergy
A professorship requires a supportive environment from the outset. We aim to create a setting where new colleagues feel well-supported, both professionally and personally. Therefore, the Center for Cooperative Teaching and Learning (ZekoLL) has developed and successfully implemented established support structures for newly appointed professors. A professorship can often necessitate a relocation for the entire family, and we are here to provide expert guidance in this area as well.
Onboarding program
The structured onboarding program for newly appointed professors is located at the Center for Cooperative Teaching and Learning (Zekoll) and is designed to facilitate your entry into the university and your diverse new responsibilities as a professor. You can individually tailor your program to your needs from a wide range of information and networking events.
Furthermore, the mentoring program for newly appointed professors is a voluntary, supportive service in which a professor from THM (mentor) accompanies and advises a newly appointed colleague (mentee) during the onboarding process.
Dual Career Service
The Dual Career Service at the Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen (THM) supports you in settling into the Central Hesse region. As a partner of newly appointed professors, we accompany you on your career restart and assist you in navigating the regional job market. Furthermore, we are happy to advise you on matters relating to childcare, elder care, and living in Central Hesse.
Individual consultation
We are happy to advise you on any questions you may have regarding a scientific career with the goal of becoming a professor at a university of applied sciences.
Write us a This email address is protected against spambots! JavaScript must be enabled to view it! Or call us and we will arrange a consultation where we can inform you about the following points, among others:
- What requirements must I meet to be able to take up a professorship at a university of applied sciences?
- How can I prepare for a career option as a professor at a university of applied sciences while still studying?
- What is the situation on the labor market?
- What does the daily work routine of a professor at a university of applied sciences look like?
- Where can I get advice on questions regarding a doctorate at THM ?
We are also happy to answer any questions you may have about other topics related to a career as a professor at a university of applied sciences. Please feel free to contact us at any time – we look forward to your inquiry!
