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University Assistant postdoctoral physical geography

Vienna

August 19, 2024

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. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral physical geography
53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy
Job vacancy starting: 09/01/2024 | Working hours: 40,00 | Classification CBA: §48 Vw Gr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited contract until: 08/31/2029
Job ID: 2895

The position is limited to five years with a possible extension of a maximum of one year by mutual agreement and subject to available funding. Preferred starting date is 1 September 2024 or slightly later.

The Department of Geography and Regional Research is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy. The department offers scientific degrees in the bachelor program, four master programs, the bachelor program and the master program teacher education, a Ph D program as well as in the faculty-arching master program in “Environmental Sciences”. Details on the Department can be access on http://geographie.univie.ac.at/en/home/.

Your personal sphere of play:
The position is assigned to the research group Physical Geography, which is distinguished by proven research in the geomorphic domains of landslides, “human impact” on geosystems and spatial modeling of geomorphic processes as well as in the applied research in the areas global environmental change, sustainability, natural hazards and -risks, vulnerability, multi-hazards and risks, and early warning systems. Own contributions to these research or related topics are welcome.
Your future tasks:
Participation in research, teaching and administratio
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  • Spatio-temporal modelling and measurements of earth surface processe
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  • Analysis of human impact on the earth surfac
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  • Contributions to geomorphic field wor
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  • International publishing and presentation activities Participation in research projects Project application and aquisition of (external) third-party fundin
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  • Participation in evaluation activities and in quality assuranc
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  • Scientific supervision of IT syste
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  • Contributions to implentation of SDG’
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  • Independent holding classes due to extent regulations of wage agreemen
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  • Examination activitie
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  • Support of student
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  • Contribution to social media representation
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This is part of your personality:
Completed Doctorate / Ph D in the field Geograph
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  • Outstanding dissertatio
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  • Educational and research focus in the thematic area geomorphology, "human impact" on geosystems and/or natural hazards and risks, and/or changing environmental system
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  • Outstanding modelling knowledge in spatio-temporal analysis of earth surface processe
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  • Research activity proven by international refereed publication
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  • Experience in project management and in guiding project staf
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  • Computer literacy and outstanding GIS knowledg
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  • Of great advantage is knowledge in statistics and/or remote sensin
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  • Knowledge of didactic principles of teachin
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  • High level of the English language in reading, writing and speaking Very good IT application skill
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  • Proven ability to work in a tea
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  • Experience in teaching and e-learnin
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  • Knowledge of university structures and processe
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What we offer:
Work-life balance: You enjoy flexible working hours. You can work partly from home (within Austria) and/or possibly also part-time (upon agreement).
Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international team with outstanding research infrastructure in a healthy and fair working environment.
Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport.
Internal further training & Coaching: On an ongoing basis we offer the opportunity to deepen your skills.
Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4,752,30 (14 times a year) for the period of the contract increases if we can credit professional experience.
Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:
Letter of inten
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  • Scientific C
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  • List of publications Summary of research interests (max. 1 p.
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  • Description of modelling experience (max. 1 p.
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  • Vision of own general educational concepts (max. 1 p.
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  • Via our job portal/ Apply now - butto
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If you have any questions, please contact:
Thomas Glade
thomas.glade@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team!
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.


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