Senior Scientist (Doctorate/Ph.D.)

21 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Johannes Kepler University

Department

Linz Institute for Transformative Change

Research Field

Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

31 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Part-time

Hours Per Week

30

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

55000-2024-000640

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

No

Offer Description

The world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 24,000 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future at Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have an immediate job opening for a:

Senior Scientist (must hold a Doctorate/Ph.D. degree) for a 30-hour/week, permanent position at the Linz Institute for Transformative Change

Job Reference Number: 55000-2024-000640

To address the diverse challenges of our time, bridging the gap between science and societal actors (researchers, citizens, policymakers, businesses, etc.) is more crucial than ever. The new Institute for Transformative Change at Johannes Kepler University aims, among other things, to support responsible technological change and contribute tangible societal benefits. The Impact Lab, as an integral part of LIFT_C, is intended to further anchor this transdisciplinary interaction, particularly at the interface of human and technology, within the university. It aims to be an inspiring space for experimental and transdisciplinary collaboration.

Job Duties:

• Management and coordination of the LIFT_C Impact Lab at Johannes Kepler University Linz
• Independent organization and continuous development of the topic of Impact and Open Innovation in Science
• Contributing to the strategic orientation of LIFT_C
• Coordination and networking with communities of practice within and outside of JKU
• Design and organization of innovative teaching and event formats
• Internal and external communication and management of cooperation partners
• Conception and management of future funding calls
• Close cooperation and networking with other units at the JKU (e.g. Art & Science, Med Campus, LIT, etc.)
• Budget responsibility

Your Qualifications:

• The successful candidate must hold a University degree in business administration or a related field
• Interdisciplinary profile in education, such as a management education (e.g., master's or MBA degree) combined with another subject (e.g., computer science)
• Technical education in the field of computer science or equivalent qualification is advantageous
• Several years of experience in establishing new areas at universities as well as in implementing projects in the industry
• Experience in the field of Open Innovation in Science and/or Citizen Science
• Experience in organizing, planning, and conducting innovative teaching formats as well as conferences
• Teaching experience in the field of innovation at universities and/or universities of applied sciences
• Experience with lectures and moderations of events
• Participation in EU projects desirable; experience as a jury member and/or evaluator advantageous
• Strong command of German and English (German proficiency level C2, English proficiency level C1)
• Interdisciplinary competence and communication skills with a high level of linguistic articulacy
• Structured and analytical approach, strong implementation skills and a high degree of independence
• High degree of commitment and sense of responsibility
• Affinity for open innovation processes, societal change, digitization, inter- and transdisciplinary, as well as new technologies
• A passion for working in a team, a high level of social skills, and a positive and confident presence

What We Offer:

• On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 4,752.30 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)
• Stable employer
• Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
• Attractive continual educational opportunities
• State-of-the-art research infrastructure
• Dynamic research environment
• Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)
• Exercise and sports classes (USI)

Application Deadline: 03/31/2024.

The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.

How to Apply:

Prospective applicants interested in the multifaceted position are requested to electronically send an application in adherence to the stated criteria together with the requested documentation via our online portal karriere.jku.at/application or to the Johannes Kepler University Linz, Department of Human Resource Management, Altenberger Straße 69, A-4040 Linz. Please include “Job Reference Number 55000-2024-000640“ in your application.

Contact:

If you have questions, please contact: Prof. Thomas Gegenhuber, E‑mail: [email protected] .

Requirements

Research Field

Other

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Johannes Kepler University Linz

Country

Austria

City

Linz

Postal Code

4040

Street

Altenberger Straße 69

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://karriere.jku.at/engage/jobexchange/showJobOfferDetail.do?jobOfferId=0cc…

Contact

City

Linz

Website

https://www.jku.at/en/the-jku/careers-entrepreneurial-opportunities/work-at-the-jku/job-openings/

Street

Altenberger Straße 69

Postal Code

4040

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED