University Assistant postdoctoral

19 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Universität Wien

Research Field

Geography » Human geography
Geography » Regional geography

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

8 Apr 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 May 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:

The University of Vienna is a cosmopolitan hub for  more than 10,000 employees, of whom around 7,500 work in research and teaching. They want to do research and teach at a place that suits their ideas and work together towards answering the big questions of the future. You also appreciate the exchange between disciplines, cultures and generations? We are looking for a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral
53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy
Startdate: 01.05.2024 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: 30.04.2030
Reference no.: 2157

Among the many reasons to research and teach at the University of Vienna there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for continuous striving for top international research and scientific excellence. At the same time they enjoy support and liberties that are not a given at other institutions. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Your personal sphere of play:

Your future position is at the Department of Geography and Regional Research (IfGR) that is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy. More than 100 academic staff and more than 3000 students at the IfGR appreciate the diversity of subjects within both human and physical geography. The interdisciplinary basis in both social and natural sciences that provides a dynamic and inspiring environment to address critical societal challenges of our generation. The IfGR conducts outstanding research and stands out with its internationality.

Within the IfGR your future position is assigned to the Working Group of Spatial Research and Spatial Planning lead by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Meike Levin-Keitel. The Group deals with classical research within planning sciences as well as with trans- and interdisciplinary research approaches of social-ecological research. Furthermore, we are particularly committed to the fundamental examination of planning as a science and its scientific enhancement.

Accordingly, we encourage you to submit an intriguing research proposal that illustrates your area of interest, pointing out the specific links to spatial planning and planning theories in particular. Moreover, in this proposal you should discuss the incorporation of novel approaches to research planning as well as spatial transformations in many kinds. These novel approaches could be theoretical, methodological or instrumental, based on your former work. 

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• You contribute to the interdisciplinary- and transdisciplinary research and teaching profile of the Working Group Spatial Research and Spatial Planning, with the opportunity to develop your specific focus and profile within the field of spatial research and spatial planning
• You acquire and manage third-party research projects
• You publish and present research results in international peer-reviewed journals, with a specific focus on planning theories
• You teach courses independently, as defined by the University of Vienna’s collective agreement
• You supervise students and develop innovative curriculums on emerging topics that incorporate novel pedagogical methods
• You undertake administrative responsibilities 
• You participate in science management, including transdisciplinary missions, e.g. the organization of workshops, conferences, networks etc. with (non-)academic stakeholders 

This is part of your personality:

• Completed doctoral/PhD studies in subject of Spatial Planning, Geography, Environmental Sciences, Architecture, Interdisciplinary Studies, or a related field with a strong orientation on spatial planning
• Outstanding dissertation
• Proven competence in spatial planning research, experiences in the German speaking world are an asset
• Proven experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Proven ability to publish in international journals as well as science-to-public outlets 
• Proven teaching experience with excellent track record and skills with regards to both undergraduate and graduate curricula 
• Willingness to contribute to the development of innovative teaching formats and research management 
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and German
• Team player and high social/communicative skills
• Experience in successful external fundraising and project management is a significant advantage

Additional Information
Benefits

What we offer:

The position is limited to 6 years. There is the possibility of a temporary extension to 8 years by mutual agreement.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in an inspiring inter- and transdisciplinary research environment embedded in the Working Group Spatial Research and Spatial Planning and a healthy and fair working environment.
Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.
Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.
Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4.752,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years increases if we can credit professional experience. 
Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

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