👉 In the context of academia, a "privatdozent" is a type of professor who works in a private institution or university. They are typically not affiliated with a traditional university or teaching institution but rather work under their own supervision and within their own department. This can include roles such as assistant professor, associate professor, or even full professors at some universities. The term "privatdozent" is often used to refer to individuals who have specialized expertise in a particular field of study and are