Lecturer Positions 2026 at Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany

Lecturer Positions 2026 at Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany

Lecturer (m/f/d) in Sustainable Finance & Accounting and Lecturer (m/f/d) in Economics

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has invited applications for two Lecturer (m/f/d) positions at the TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability (TUMCS). The positions are available immediately and aim to strengthen teaching and curriculum development in the areas of Sustainable Finance and Accounting and Economics.

Organization: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Campus: TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability (TUMCS)
Positions:

• Lecturer (m/f/d) – Sustainable Finance and Accounting

• Lecturer (m/f/d) – Economics
  Category: Non-Academic Staff
  Announcement Date: 17 June 2026
  Location: Straubing, Germany

About the Positions

Both lecturer positions are based at TUM Campus Straubing and focus on the implementation and further development of teaching programmes that address contemporary sustainability challenges and their economic implications.

Position 1: Lecturer (m/f/d) – Sustainable Finance and Accounting

Teaching Focus

The position focuses on the growing importance of sustainability in financial, investment, and accounting decisions within companies and financial institutions.

Key Areas of Teaching

• Sustainable Finance and Sustainable Accounting

• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) integration

• Financial analysis and investment valuation

• Accounting, reporting, and disclosure requirements

• Empirical research methods and statistics

• Financial mathematics and quantitative methods

Responsibilities

• Deliver theoretically sound and practically relevant teaching.

• Equip students with skills to evaluate and analyse financial and accounting decisions using ESG criteria.

• Integrate current research findings and industry developments into teaching.

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of academic programmes in sustainable finance and accounting.

Position 2: Lecturer (m/f/d) – Economics

Teaching Focus

The position addresses sustainability, climate change, and the transition towards a bio-based economy, with emphasis on the economic dimensions of sustainable development.

Key Areas of Teaching

• Microeconomics

• Macroeconomics

• Environmental Economics

• Industrial Economics

• Bioeconomy and Sustainability Economics

• Economic Policy and Regulatory Frameworks

• Sustainable Technologies, Markets, and Value Chains

Responsibilities

• Deliver and further develop core economics modules.

• Design advanced courses in environmental and industrial economics.

• Link economic theories with sustainability challenges and policy applications.

• Foster students' understanding of economic strategies and sustainable development pathways.

Why Join TUM?

The Technical University of Munich offers:

• Opportunity to work at one of Europe's leading universities.

• An interdisciplinary and internationally oriented academic environment.

• Engagement with sustainability-focused teaching and research initiatives.

• Collaboration opportunities across economics, finance, biotechnology, and sustainability disciplines.

• A dynamic campus dedicated to addressing global sustainability challenges through education and innovation.

Ideal Candidates

TUM is seeking candidates who possess:

• Strong expertise in their respective disciplines.

• A passion for innovative and interdisciplinary teaching.

• Ability to integrate research findings into classroom instruction.

• Commitment to educating future professionals in sustainability and bioeconomy-related fields.

• Excellent communication and curriculum development skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official recruitment portal of the Technical University of Munich (TUM).

Organization: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Campus: TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability (TUMCS)
Location: Straubing, Germany
Positions: Lecturer (m/f/d) – Sustainable Finance and Accounting; Lecturer (m/f/d) – Economics

Why Apply?

These positions offer an excellent opportunity for educators and professionals interested in Sustainable Finance, ESG, Accounting, Economics, Environmental Economics, and Bioeconomy to contribute to high-quality teaching and curriculum development at one of Germany's most prestigious universities while shaping the next generation of sustainability-focused leaders.