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DHV-Online-Seminar: How to Become a Professor in Germany – Appointment Negotiations for a Professorship
Details
Date:
February 18, 2026
(CEST)
Organizer:
Deutscher Hochschulverband (DHV)
Location:
Online
DHV-Online-Seminar: How to Become a Professor in Germany – Appointment Negotiations for a Professorship
Appointment negotiations for professorships in Germany follow clear structures, legal frameworks, and institutional traditions. To negotiate effectively and secure the best possible outcome, thorough preparation is essential.
This seminar provides a practical and structured introduction to everything you need to know for confident, well-informed negotiations.
Who is it for?
Prospective appointees to a professorial position
What to expect:
Understanding the Legal Framework
- Key legal foundations of appointment negotiations
- Status, rights, and responsibilities of professors in Germany
- Framework for salary groups, performance bonuses, and benefits
- Typical components of starting packages and additional resources
Developing your Negotiation Strategy
- How to prepare for negotiations step by step
- Typical negotiation topics and what German universities expect
- How to structure written negotiation documents
- Insight into the full negotiation process