University Assistant postdoctoral

16 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Universität Wien

Research Field

Philosophy » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

4 Apr 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Hours Per Week

20

Offer Starting Date

1 Apr 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
45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies
Startdate: 01.04.2024 | Working hours: 20 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: 30.06.2026
Reference no.: 2205

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 academic minds have found a unique blend of freedom and support. Join us if you're driven by a passion for top-notch international research and scientific excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Welcome aboard!

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Your place of work:

The Department of English and American Studies hosts research and teaching in the areas of literary and cultural studies, as well as linguistics, ELT/TESOL and English language. The department employs more than eighty staff and presently around 2500 students are enrolled in its Bachelor, Masters, Diploma, PhD and Teacher Education programmes. You will be working in the area of American Studies in the team of Professor Ganser-Blumenau.

Your future tasks:

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

• Developing and strengthening your independent research profile in the field of American Studies.
• You publish internationally and give lectures.
• Independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement
• Supervision of student theses
• You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance.
• You take on adminstrative tasks in research and teaching

Profile:

•    Completed doctoral/PhD studies in American Studies
•    Outstanding dissertation
•    Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media
•    Teaching experience
•    IT skills
•    Ability to work in a team

Desirable further qualification: experience of working as a postdoc for already 3 years

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in 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) on a fulltime basis 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