University assistant predoctoral

27 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Universität Wien

Research Field

Philosophy » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

15 Apr 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Hours Per Week

30

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:

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
45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies
Startdate: 01.05.2024 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: 31.03.2025
Reference no.: 2257

Among the many good reasons to want 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 their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Your personal sphere of influence:

We are searching for support in social science research and teaching on contemporary Japan in replacement of a colleague on research leave. As a university assistant prae doc at the Department of East Asian Studies, our highly engaged team provides you with a supportive and cooperative environment and access to our running research activities. Currently our team in Japanese Studies consists of nine academic colleagues and three working in administration. Our research mainly focusses on cultural diversity and social inequalities in contemporary Japan. We appreciate maintaining a supportive and cooperative working environment and place great emphasis on social as well as professional exchange. Learn more about us at japan.univie.ac.at.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching and administration, by

• Managing and organizing academic conferences and lecture series
• Developing new educational content in regard to the u:japan lecture database
• Conducting, presenting and publishing your own research
• Supporting our administrative tasks

This is part of your profile:

• MA degree in Japanese Studies and/or social sciences (focus of thesis research on Japan)
• Theoretical and methodological competencies in social sciences
• Your research interests are in line with the research interests of the Department.
• High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing
• Excellent command of written and spoken German, English and Japanese
• Ability to work in a team

Additional skills and competence (desirable skills): 

Ideally you are experienced or versed in

• conducting research on Japan
• publications and lectorate
• teaching and developing educational content
• research data management
• conference management
• university procedures and structures

Additional Information
Benefits

What we offer:

The employment duration is 11 months. 

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (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.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3,578.80 (on a full-time 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