University Assistant Postdoctoral

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Wien, Wien, Österreich Universität Wien Vollzeit

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

Job vacancy starting: 01/01/2024 | Working hours: 40.00 | Classification

CBA:
-48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)

Limited contract until:
Job ID
:1509


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

Your personal sphere of play:

Within the IfGR your future position is assigned to the Urban Studies Working Group.

The Group researches the complex interactions of social, ecological and technical processes, with emphasis on how such impact the urban system.

The Group engages in conceptual, theoretical, and empirical work on urban sustainability transformations and city-specific challenges with the overall objective of contributing to urban sustainability transformations, mainly in Europe and Latin America.


Accordingly, we encourage you to submit an intriguing research proposal that illustrates your area of interest, and specifically, how such links to urban sustainability transformations.

Moreover, in this proposal you should discuss the incorporation of novel research methods which support the development and innovation of living lab-based research.

Topics can include a range of foci, from mobility and housing, to food security and climate adaptation, as the key is that such relate to urban sustainability transformations.


Your future tasks:

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

  • You contribute to the interdisciplinary
- and transdisciplinary research and teaching profile of the Urban Studies Working Group, with the opportunity to develop your specific focus and profile within this field

  • You contribute to the development of a knowledge database (quant./qual.) within the USLL
  • You acquire and manage thirdparty research projects
  • You publish and present in international settings, including outreach activities with (non)academic stakeholders, ideally in living lab settings
  • 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 third mission activities, e.g. the organization of workshops, conferences, symposiums etc. with (non)academic stakeholders
  • You promote inter
- and transdisciplinary research in local and international networks through collaborations with (non-)academic stakeholders

This is part of your personality:

  • Outstanding dissertation
  • Proven competence in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, ideally including living lab approaches
  • Proven experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods
  • Proven ability to publish in international journals as well as sciencetopublic outlets including other media (e.g. MOOCs, podcasts etc.)
  • 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, working knowledge of German is required or to be acquired, Spanish is a strong asset
  • Team player and high social/communicative skills
  • Experience in successful external fundraising and project management is a significant advantage
  • Research or study experiences abroad is a strong asset
  • Affinity to Latin America would be highly welcome

What we offer:

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's Urban Sustainability Living Lab (USLL) and a healthy and fair working environment.

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

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 choos

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