
Careers at UW/HMaking a difference in research, teaching, administration and healthcare
A diverse workplace with scope for personal development
Witten/Herdecke University (UW/H) is one of the first private universities in Germany to champion innovative education, interdisciplinary research and a close integration of theory and practice. Since its foundation in 1982, it has established a firm place for itself in the German and international higher education landscape. But it is not only students who benefit from our unique teaching philosophy – our staff also enjoy an inspiring working environment here that offers scope for personal growth and development.
UW/H as an employer
At Witten/Herdecke University, we have a working culture that thrives on innovation and personal responsibility. We believe in flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes. The professional and personal development of our staff, as well as their individual work-life balance, are central to our working life. With flexible working time arrangements, the option to work from home, a company pension scheme, professional development programmes and other benefits, we provide the necessary framework for this. Working in interdisciplinary teams, we shape the future of our university together in the areas of research, teaching, administration and healthcare.


Vocational training UW/H
At Witten/Herdecke University (UW/H), we train young people to become office management assistants and dental assistants . We offer practical training in an innovative environment that fosters team spirit, commitment and specialist knowledge. Whether you’re heading into day-to-day office work or the world of dentistry – we provide the best possible preparation for a successful career.
Academic career
Our academic staff are involved in exciting research projects and teaching. Here, they have the opportunity to play an active role in pioneering research and innovative teaching at one of Germany’s leading private universities.
As one of the few private universities, UW/H has full rights to award doctorates and habilitations. We actively support committed researchers in their doctoral studies or habilitation projects.
Doctoral studies & postdoctoral university lecturing qualification

