University Assistant Predoctoral

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Wien, Österreich Universität Wien Vollzeit

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an

**University assistant predoctoral (Department of Political Science)**:
49 Faculty of Social Sciences

Job vacancy starting: 09/01/2024 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: -48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)

Limited contract until: 08/31/2028

Job ID**:2040**

Your future position is at the Department of Political Science in the research area of Politics and Gender. The Department of Political Science researches and teaches in all core areas of political science, develops innovative and problem-oriented research foci, and offers a wide range of specialization options for students. The Department’s staff investigates the changing forms and functions of governance, the state, is unified by a critical approach to politics, and analyzes politics in diverse geographic regions and political spaces.

**Your personal sphere of influence**:
In the research area of Politics and Gender we are devoted to the qualitative empirical study of politics and gender, in combination with cutting-edge theories of gender and sexuality to study pressing questions of equality, the state, democracy and democratic backslide, populism, the far right, and imagining new futures. You will have the opportunity to work alongside award-winning academic staff at one of the most high-profile departments of critical political science in Europe. The department offers you outstanding research projects, interdisciplinary cooperation, collegial exchange, and exchange with students.

As an University Assistant predoctoral, you will pursue your own dissertation research, and help the Professor of Politics and Gender (Univ.Prof Dr. Dorit Geva) establish a new research team, complementing the research and teaching foci in Politics and Gender.

**Contract period**: Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to **4 years** if the employer does not submit a declaration of non-extension within the first twelve months (model 2).

**Your tasks**:
Collaboration in research, teaching and administration in the field of Politics and Gender (Univ.Prof. Dr. Dorit Geva):

- Participation in publications / scientific articles / lecturing activities
- Completion of a dissertation agreement within 12-18 months is expected
- Participation in, and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
- Supervision of students
- Participation in the organization of meetings, conferences, symposia
- Participation in the administration of the institute, teaching and research
- Participation in regular team meetings, to track research and writing targets, and administrative tasks and planning

**This is part of your personality**:

- Completed research-based master's degree in political science or closely related fields of study, such as sociology.
- Specialist skills in the field of Politics and Gender
- Knowledge of social and political theories of gender and sexuality is a plus
- Good knowledge of qualitative methods
- Didactic skills
- High level of written and oral communication skills
- Very good written and spoken English skills.
- IT user skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Highly organized, with a proven ability to set tasks and follow through with them

Desirable are:

- Teaching experience / experience with e-learning
- Knowledge of university processes and structures
- Experience abroad
- Interest in political ethnography
- Research and methodological interests which match those of the Professor of Politics and Gender
- Initial experience in scientific work
- Strong German language speaks are a plus

**What we offer**:
**Work-life balance**: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.

**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 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 gross basic salary for the advertised position is currently (2024) € 3,578.80 per month (full-time basis) and will be paid 14 times per year for the contract period of four years. The basic salary may increase if we can credit professional experience.

**Equal opportunities for everyone**: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team

**Documents to be submitted**:

- Letter of motivation
- Academic curriculum vitae
- List of publications (if available), p



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