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BOKU - Universität für Bodenkultur Wien
Career position in compliance with § 99 (5) UG (tenure-track) in the field of Experimental Silviculture (40 h/week)
Vienna
FULL TIME
August 21, 2024
and Nature. We work for the sustainable use and protection of natural resources.
Reference Code: 180
The Department of Forest- and Soil Sciences, Institute of Silviculture wishes to fill a
career position in compliance with § 99 (5) UG (tenure-track) in the field of
Experimental Silviculture
Working time: 40 hours a week
Term of the employment relationship: 1st of March 2025, limited to a period of 6 years
Workplace: Vienna
Allocation in compliance with the Collective Agreement for University Staff to job group: B1 lit. b
Gross monthly salary (depending on previous eligible experience) at least: € 4,752,30 (14x a year, in
addition we also offer an attractive career development programme and an extensive range of social
benefits)
Target group
§99 (5) positions offer academics with high potential and the relevant achievements the opportunity of
an academic carrier ranging from a postdoc position to that of assistant professor and on to associated
professor. The position of associated professor can be achieved at the latest six years after the
appointment. §99 (5) positions are aimed at academics with a doctorate/Ph D degree, with high potential,
who are close to or have already successfully completed a habilitation. Experience at other universities
or research institutes abroad is expressly welcome.
Tasks and focus areas
Research in the field of Experimental Silviculture
Conceptualization, implementation and analysis of silvicultural experiments for the
development of adaption strategies in forest management in the context of climate change,
including broadleaf species management
Development and implementation of research design investigating the potential of alternative
provenances and non-native tree species
Expanding and continuing experimental silvicultural research at the BOKU University’s
existing test facilities
Integration of research results into existing research areas such as forest genetics, carbon
cycle, biodiversity and forest ecosystem modelling
Teaching and supervision or co-supervision of final papers within the scope of legal
possibilities
Transfer of knowledge and the promotion of junior researchers in line with the social
responsibility of the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences
Assumption of administrative tasks within the framework of university self-administration
Acquisition and management of competitively funded national and international research
projects
Representation of the research field at scientific conferences and events both in Austria and
internationally
Requirement profile
Completed doctorate in a relevant field
Professional scientific experience as a postdoctoral researcher in at least one of the following
areas: forest management, biodiversity research, broadleaf management, non-native tree
species
Excellent publication achievements as well as international orientation and recognition
Experience in planning, conducting and analysing silvicultural experiments
requires (third-party funding)
Enthusiasm for outstanding teaching
Excellent written and spoken German and English or willingness to learn German in the first
two years
Other desired qualifications
Experience abroad as well as in teaching and leadership at universities and research
institutions
Experience abroad, in teaching and in leadership roles at universities and research institutions
Proficiency in using data modelling tools
Knowledge of forest genetics and biodiversity research
Knowledge of broadleaf tree management
Experience in project and team leadership
Communications and presentation skills to present research findings to both specialized
audiences and the public
Management and personnel management skills, including skills in the areas of gender and
diversity management as well as inclusion and accessibility in communication
Publication date: 21st of August 2024
Closing date for applications: 25th of September 2024
University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna seeks to increase the number of its female
faculty and staff members. Therefore qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. In case of equal
qualification, female candidates will be given preference unless reasons specific to an individual male
candidate tilt the balance in his favour.
People with disabilities and appropriate qualifications are specifically encouraged to apply.
Please submit your application in English incl.
Curriculum vitae with detailed presentation of professional, teaching and research activities
incl. ORCID
List of all publications (refereed & non-refereed), lectures and projects
Electronic transmission of the PDF files of five own publications which you consider to be
particularly important
Rough concept for future plans in research and teaching including your contribution to the
scientific profile of the Department
Teaching portfolio including evaluation results
Brief explanation why you think you should be particularly suitable for this position (max. 1
page)
and indicating the reference code 180 to recruiting@boku.ac.at until 25th of September 2024.
Applicants are not entitled to reimbursement of travel and accommodation costs incurred as a result of
the selection procedure.
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