We rethink solutions – with you!
As one of the leading Universities of Applied Sciences in Germany, our vision is to “rethink solutions” together with our staff and students. Innovation and a practical focus are a top priority for us, because we believe the best ideas result from creative thinking and interdisciplinary cooperation. These values are embedded in all our areas of work – from teaching and research through to administration.
At our university, you can expect an open, cooperative, and mutually respectful working environment, plus two verdant campuses with excellent transport connections. Here you have the chance to work in a meaningful field. Whether in teaching, science, IT, administration, or technical operations – you will be supporting and accompanying young people on their journey to starting their careers. As well as providing optimum conditions for studying, you will be helping to ensure that our University of Applied Sciences continues to grow as a center for knowledge, innovation and (international) cooperation.
Discover diverse career opportunities in an inspiring environment which enables you to contribute actively to the transformation of our university world.
We look forward to receiving your application and greeting you at THU!
As an employer, THU can offer you
Flexible working conditions
At Ulm University of Applied Sciences, it is important to us that you are able to balance your career and your private life.
Our flexible working conditions make it easier for you to pursue your career goals and, at the same time, have sufficient time for your personal interests and needs.
- Our flexible working time models – with diverse opportunities to work part-time – will enable you to structure your working day according to your requirements.
- We are well aware that the workplace can have a significant impact on your productivity and satisfaction. Therefore, you have the option of working remotely for up to 50 % of your monthly work time, in as far as your role permits this.
Family-focused university
THU is a certified family-focused university and provides our students and staff with a range of offers to support them with the challenges of studying, working, family life and caring for relatives.
- Advice: If you need advice on pregnancy, parental leave or caring responsibilities, you can contact our Equality Unit (gleichstellung@thu.de) in confidence at any time.
- Breast feeding and family room: This room offers parents a child-friendly place to look after and occupy their children themselves for short periods – making it easier to combine a career with family life. This room provides a flexible solution, particularly for situations where third-party childcare is canceled unexpectedly and no other childcare options are available.
- Welcome package for babies and new parents (Baby-Päckle)
- Childcare during school holidays: As part of our cooperation with Ulm University, we can provide several childcare places on the Ruhetal school holiday program for children of our students and staff, from 2025. Places are available for children who are already at school (from first grade) up to the age of 14, during the Pentecost vacation and the summer vacation. We expect the exact number of available places to be announced sometime during February 2025. There is also the opportunity to participate in the Science Camp organized by the Centre for General Scientific Continuing Education (ZaWiW). THU will contribute to the attendance fee. The amount we contribute will be specified after the registration instructions for 2025 have been announced. If you’re interested in taking part, please contact Tim Pietzcker (tim.pietzcker@thu.de).
Sport and health
As a component of our occupational health management system, Ulm University of Applied Sciences has set itself the goal of creating working, research, and studying conditions which actively promote the health and well-being of our staff and students. We set great store by preventative health measures and actively protecting health. Thanks to close cooperation with experts, we can provide the following:
- THU employees are permitted to use Ulm University’s sports facilities and take part in its sporting activities.
- In cooperation with Ulm University Hospital, Ulm University of Applied Sciences employees can have an occupational psychosomatic consultation, to get advice when going through difficult times. To arrange an appointment, please contact Anita Gutbrod (anitagutbrod@uniklinik-ulm.de).
- Every year, the THU apprentices organize a Health Day. Participants can expect a diverse program with exciting lectures on a variety of health topics.
- Our sport partner exchange allows colleagues to find offers from other colleagues. There’s also the option of joining the running team, which trains together and takes part in various running events (Einstein Marathon, Spartacour-Lauf, Ulmer Frauenlauf).
- At our University of Applied Sciences, you can see our occupational health physicians, visit our “spine school” and access a selection of fitness boxes packed with sports equipment.
- THU staff also regularly receive baskets of fresh fruit and have the opportunity to listen to inspiring lectures on health topics.
Equality and diversity
Diversity and inclusive practices are very important to us. We aim to create a working environment which values and promotes our employees’ diversity in all its forms. It is our objective to reflect the rich variety of our student body in an inclusive university culture, and to regard the students’ different perspectives and backgrounds as enriching.
Therefore, the University of Applied Sciences signed the Charter for Diversity in 2023, setting ourselves the task of continuously developing Equality and Diversity at THU.
Furthermore, we are a proud participant in the Swabian Dual Career Network (Dual Career Netzwerks Schwaben, DCNS). This is an organization for the partners of professors or scientific support staff who have recently started work at THU. The Dual Career Network supports couples by helping them advance the career development of both partners in the Ulm region.
The Equality Unit (gleichstellung@thu.de) is responsible for all matters concerning equality. It is there to help you with questions and, for specific requirements, to put you in touch with the appropriate specialists within our organization.
Staff development
Ulm University of Applied Sciences aims to support and promote the personal and career development of all our employees. Here we focus on the individual strengths, personal objectives and needs of the employee, as well as the goals of the organization.
THU also offers special training and courses for female staff members, with a selection of gender-sensitive topics tailored to their particular needs.
Additional benefits
At THU, you can benefit from attractive additional offers designed to make your daily life easier:
- Our staff receive a contribution of 25 € towards the cost of a D-Jobticket.
- If you wish to come by car, we provide free parking.
- At both our campuses, our mensas and cafeterias offer staff and students a menu packed with variety – and changing every day – where at least one meal is vegan / vegetarian. We also provide snack and drinks machines, as well as water dispensers.
