Freelance lecturer for Mathematics for Foundation Class (m, f, d)

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a new adjunct colleague to join our UE Business Department in Hamburg/Germany
starting this winter semester 2026/7, who shares our vision of excellence in education and who is committed 
to making a difference in the lives of our students and staff.

An external freelance lecturer for Mathematics for Foundation Class (m, f, d)

The teaching load comprises 3 SWS (Teaching units, each unit being 45 min.).

The opportunity:
To become a freelance lecturer at a university of applied sciences sharing your knowledge and passion with 
students from all over the world

Key Activities & Responsibilities:
- Implementation of the course (teaching language: English), in particular:

BASIC OPERATIONS: Exponents, Polynomials, Factoring, Fractions, Radicals, Order of operations
EQUATIONS: Coordinate system, Linear equations, Slopes, Intercepts, The slope-intercept form, Determining 
the slope the y-intercept and x-intercept, Determining the equation of a straight line, Applications of linear 
equations in economics and/or business, Solving Linear Equations; FUNCTIONS: Graphing a function, The 
Algebra of Functions, Solving Quadratic Equations, Facilitating nonlinear Graphing; SYSTEMS of EQUATIONS: 
Graphical Solution of 2x2 linear system, Elimination and Substitution Methods; LINEAR (or MATRIX) ALGEBRA:
Definitions and terms, Addition and Subtraction of Matrices, Scalar Multiplication, Vector Multiplication, 
Multiplication of Matrices, Matrix Expression of a System of Linear Equations, Augmented Matrix, Row 
operations, Gaussian Method of Solving Linear Equations; LOGIC of PROPOSITIONS: Propositions and 
Connectives, Truth Tables, Logical Implications and Equivalences; SETS: Venn Diagrams and Set Operations, 
Basic counting principles, Addition Principle, Multiplication Principle, Permutations and Combinations; SAMPLE 
SPACES, EVENTS and PROBABILITY: Probability of an Event, Union, Intersection, and Complement of events,
Applications to Empirical Probability, Conditional Probability, Intersection of Events: Product Rule, Probability 
Trees, Random Variable and Probability Distribution, Expected Value of a Random Variable; STATISTICS: THE 
FIRST STEPS in DATA ANALYSIS: Statistical Unit, Population, Sample, Variable, Attribute, Value, Frequency 
Distribution: Notation and Conventions, Absolute and Relative Frequency, Cumulative Distribution, Frequency 
Distribution: Table, Bar Chart, Pie Chart, Stem-and-Leaf-Diagram, Box-Plots, Location of Parameters: The 
Mode, Arithmetic Mean, The Median and Quartiles, Measures of Dispersion, Range, Inter Quartile Range, IQR, 
Skewness, Deviations from the mean, Variance and Standard Deviation
Coefficient of Variation, Mean Absolute Deviation (MAD), Descriptive Statistics using Microsoft Excel,
Applications of descriptive statistics

The primary aim of Foundation Mathematics is to consolidate and develop mathematical skills for future 
research in all fields.
- Preparation and evaluation of certificates of achievement

Your profile

• Relevant professional experience
• Place of living in or near Hamburg/Germany (Teaching to take place on-site, primarily)
• Completed relevant university studies
• Teaching experience at universities
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Organizational skills and willingness to work hard

Why us?

What we offer:

• An open-ended framework contract as an external freelance lecturer
• A varied, innovative and international working environment in collaboration with partner universities and cooperation partners
• -The chance to develop personally and professionally

Interested? 

Then we look forward to hearing from you. Please send your application by e-mail to: 
careersfreelancelecturer@ue-germany.de or apply via Persiono.
Your application should include the following documents: CV, Cover Letter and References and 
possible start date.

As an employer, we are committed to equal opportunity and support for minorities. We do not 
discriminate based on ethnic origin, skin colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national 
origin, disability or legally protected status

About us

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is a vibrant and dynamic institution that is dedicated to providing top-quality education to students from all around the world. Our programmes are delivered in English and/or German language, and with more than 100 nationalities represented on campus, we are proud to have one of the most diverse student bodies in Europe. Our campus locations in Berlin, Potsdam, Hamburg, Iserlohn, and Dubai (UAE) provide a truly international experience for our students and staff alike.

At UE, we are more than just a university – we are a family and we believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network, we offer a wide range of professional development opportunities, including bachelor's and master's degree programs, language courses, and executive education. With approximately 87,000 students across 57 locations worldwide, GUS provides an unparalleled international network for learning and collaboration.

If you are passionate about education and want to join a dynamic and innovative institution that values diversity, quality teaching, and its people, then we invite you to join our UE family today. www.ue-germany.com