University assistant predoctoral

23 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Universität Wien

Research Field

Psychological sciences » Psychology
Psychological sciences » Other
Psychological sciences » Cognitive science

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

12 Jun 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Hours Per Week

30

Offer Starting Date

1 Jul 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Job description:

At the University of Vienna, a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, passionately pursuing answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an

University assistant predoctoral
47 Faculty of Psychology
Startdate: 01.07.2024 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: 15.11.2025
Reference no.: 2435

The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Vienna comprises the Dean's Office, a StudiesServiceCenter (SSC) and four institutes.
The position to be filled is located at the Chair of Clinical Psychology of Childhood and Adolescence (Prof. Dr. Martina Zemp) at the Institute of Clinical and Health Psychology. Our department investigates family risk and protective factors for mental disorders in childhood and adolescence in basic and applied research. The methodological focus includes research approaches with outpatient assessment and behavioral observation of family interactions. We offer excellent working opportunities (including a newly established observation laboratory in the faculty's research, teaching and practice outpatient clinic, https://flpa-psy.univie.ac.at ) with the possibility of a relevant doctorate under good supervision, a young and motivated working team as well as international collaborations and intensive support for young researchers.

Find out more about us: 
https://kpkj-psy.univie.ac.at/ 
https://klinische-gesundheit-psy.univie.ac.at/

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a University Assistant Praedoc you will complement the research team and take on the following tasks: 

• Planning, conducting and analyzing empirical studies
• Advanced statistical analyses (dyadic data analyses, multilevel analyses, structural equation modeling, etc.)
• Publication of research results in international journals 
• Active participation in national and international scientific conferences
• Participation in science communication activities 
• If necessary, participation in the acquisition of funding

The position is limited to 15.11.2025. 

Your future tasks:

• You will be actively involved in research, teaching and student support. 
• You will be involved in research projects and scientific studies and publish your findings in scientific journals.
• You will write your dissertation on the central research topics of the Clinical Psychology of Childhood and Adolescence working group (dissertation agreement is expected within 6-12 months).
• Participation in and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement.
• You will participate in meetings, conferences and symposia.

This is part of your personality:

• Degree (Master's or Diploma) in psychology 
• Strong interest in research in the field of clinical psychology of childhood and adolescence, especially in the main topics of the working group
• Previous experience in planning, conducting and statistically analyzing empirical studies 
• Good knowledge of quantitative analysis methods and motivation to deepen methodological skills 
• Very good written and spoken English skills
• Ability to work in a team  
• High organizational talent and commitment
• High level of initiative and independence
• Motivation to participate in university teaching

Desirable are:

• Initial experience in scientific publishing
• Initial teaching experience
• Knowledge of university processes and structures

Additional Information
Benefits

What we offer:

• Doctorate under good supervision 
• Start of an academic career in a young, motivated team 
• Further training and supervision: We offer you the opportunity to expand and deepen your skills, e.g. the application of advanced statistical methods.
• Scientific exchange: You will participate in international conferences and, if applicable, guest stays as well as in the Vienna Doctoral School (VDS) Cognition, Behavior and Neuroscience (CoBeNe): https://vds-cobene.univie.ac.at/ .
• Work-life balance: We offer you the opportunity to work remotely (maximum 50% of working hours) by arrangement.
• Inspiring working environment: You will be part of a team with excellent research infrastructure in a pleasant working atmosphere.
• Appreciative team culture: As a team, we meet regularly for team meetings and various activities (team lunches, retreats, Christmas parties, etc.).
• Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transportation.
• Fair salary: The basic salary is EUR 3,578.80 gross (basis: 40h full-time employment; see salary scheme: https://personalwesen.univie.ac.at/jobs-recruiting/gehaltsschema/ ).
• The contract period at the time of employment is 16.5 months.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Universität Wien

Country

Austria

City

Wien

Postal Code

1010

Geofield

Where to apply

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Contact

City

Wien

Website

http://www.univie.ac.at

Street

Universitätsring 1

Postal Code

1010

STATUS: EXPIRED