Stony Brook University

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700  of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an Senior Lecturer (wissenschaftliche Lehre) 45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies Startdate: 01.03.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 28.02.2030 Reference no.: 5163 The Institute for German Studies at the University of Vienna is the largest research and teaching centre in Austria, covering the fields of German language and literatures. The core areas are Modern German Literature, Medieval German Language and Literature, Germanic Linguistics, German as a Foreign and Second Language, and German Teaching Methodology. The position advertised lies within the field of German as a Second Language. Within this work-group you can expect a dedicated team within a friendly work environment and the possibility of bringing forth and working on your own ideas. In case of positive evaluation at the end of the fixed-term period of 4 years, the position will be changed to a permanent position. Do you enjoy working with young people, are you curious, and do you want to pass on your knowledge?  As a Senior Lecturer, you play a crucial role in educating students. In addition to providing a solid academic education, we also place a special emphasis on the personal development of students. We support students in developing curiosity and critical thinking, thereby creating a solid foundation for the professional challenges of the next generation. Your workplace: As a Senior Lecturer, you will be involved in teaching in the field of German as a Second Language across different educational levels (primary, lower secondary, upper secondary, and tertiary education). Continuous engagement with current research developments, further didactic training and the assumption of research tasks, primarily during non-teaching periods, are expected. In addition, supervising students and carrying out administrative tasks, particularly in the administration of teaching, form part of the position. Your responsibilities: You will be actively involved in academic teaching, research and administration. Your responsibilities include: Independently conducting courses in Bachelor´s and Master´s degree programs in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. In the case of full-time employment, the average teaching load is 14 hours per week per semester. Actively contributing to the (further) development of teaching and examination formats. Ongoing engagement with the current state of research, didactic further training and the assumption of research tasks during non-teaching periods. Taking on administrative duties, particularly in the administration of teaching.  Reqirements for application: We are looking for people who see university teaching as an interesting and challenging career field. Requirements for application and employment: A doctoral degree with a focus on German as a Second Language and/or Applied Linguistics Very good knowledge of the current state of research in the following areas:  Language support and language education in diverse educational contexts Multilingualism (Austrian) language policy (Mono- and multilingual) language acquisition Language diagnostics Language-sensitive (subject-specific) teaching Empirical research methods (theory and application) Several years of independent teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution Didactic skills/experience with e-learning You are a team player with strong social and communication skills Student supervision  Desirable qualifications: Research experience in the field of German as a Second Language beyond the doctoral degree (documented through research projects) Compatibility with migration pedagogy approaches Knowledge of one or more migration languages Experience in the development of implementation of concepts for language support and language education  What we offer: Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team with excellent research infrastructure, dedicated colleagues and students eager to learn from you. Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: We offer continuous opportunities to expand and deepen your skills. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (based on full-time employment) increases, if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) Scientific curriculum vitae  Certificates, proof of qualifications and, if applicable, evaluation results Didactic teaching concept (max. 2 pages)  List of courses taught  List of publications and completed research projects  Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any content questions, please contact: Inci Dirim inci.dirim@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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 01/31/2026 (Senior) Lecturer & Researcher

Do you have experience working in libraries or the tertiary sector? Are you interested in delivering high-quality client service in a university environment? Can you meet physical requirements such as the lifting and movement of books around the library? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting three permanent, full-time Library Assistants to join the Client Services and Collection Access teams. These roles are primarily on-site, with some additional flexibility for working across different campuses. Library Assistant, Client Services: These two roles will be responsible for assisting clients with a range of queries through our library service points and various other channels, delivering material to our clients through course reserves and maintaining our physical spaces and collections. These roles will be based at either the Kelburn or Pipitea campuses. Library Assistant, Collection Access: This role will be responsible for delivering material to clients via the Library's resource delivery services and undertaking a range of operational activities which support the access and discoverability of the Library's physical collections. This role is based at the Kelburn campus library. Key responsibilities include the following: Assist clients to find library content, use electronic resources and self-service options at both physical and virtual service points in a way that reflects our service principles Support the delivery of material from our collections, material not held in the Library and provide Library material to other institutions through the Library's interloan service Contribute to the management of the Library's physical collections, including shelving, signage and the movement of collections Ō pūmanawa - About you You will: Be a motivated, customer-focused individual with excellent self-management skills Thrive in this role with an excellent manner with people and strong attention to detail Have the ability to prioritize effectively Be a highly organised self-starter and natural relationship builder, who relishes working autonomously as well as contributing positively to a high performing team Remain calm under pressure Work with a diverse range of stakeholders This role is challenging, extremely rewarding and interesting for the individual who wants to further their career in the Library or Information profession. Key requirements include the following: The ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, such as the lifting and movement of books and other material around the Library The ability to respond to a diverse range of client needs Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and demonstrated ability to develop proficiency in new software applications Have demonstrated the following: Experience working effectively within a team environment Ability to communicate accurately and appropriately, both orally and in writing Attention to detail and the ability to problem solve Experience of being well organised and accurate with daily tasks Experience providing high quality customer service Role descriptions: Click the below links to see further information, including salary details. Client Services Library Assistant Collection Access Library Assistant If these links are not available, click 'apply' to view them on the University careers page. Close date for vacancy: Tuesday, 10 February 2026. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Bo Paterson (bo.paterson@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise. Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Step into the vibrant world of Te Pātaka Kōrero - Library, where innovation meets tradition. Our team is dedicated to providing excellent client-centred services and fostering a supportive learning environment. With access to world-class resources and special collections, you'll be at the heart of a dynamic community that values knowledge and growth. Be part of a place where your passion for learning and service can truly shine. Reference 1009045

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.  We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role This is a prestigious 5-year fellowship (upto March 2031) funded by AWE Nuclear Security Technologies. The successful candidate will spend around half of their time working with the wider team in AWE's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Materials Ageing, Performance and Lifetime Prediction. This will include working collaboratively with our six visiting researchers, around 15 Surrey academics and researchers across Engineering and Chemistry, doctoral researchers, and technical staff across the University. You will also join the steering group for the CoE. The role also enables the successful applicant to spend up to half of their time developing their own materials ageing research with a healthy consumables and travel budget to support this. In addition to carrying out research their is an expectation of leadership in terms of supporting the CoE community in research excellence, impact and external academic and industrial engagement. About you You will be: An enthusiastic researcher and communicator. Able to work effectively with the wider team at the University of Surrey, at AWE and beyond. Driven to define and deliver high quality ageing research and manage its impact. Adept at effective outreach and networking in support of the CoE's ongoing growth within the UK's materials landscape.  Willing to work within the UK Defence Landscape. Willing to be security checked to any level deemed appropriate. To enable close integration with AWE, the Research Fellow may need to obtain security clearance. This means that they will need to be a British National and have resided in the UK for the past five years. How to apply Applications should be made through the University of Surrey's Job Opportunities website.  Any questions ahead of formal applications should be directed to Professor Mark Whiting, Professor of Materials Ageing and Director of the CoE, by email: m.whiting@surrey.ac.uk referencing "Research Fellow Materials Ageing" in the subject line. Please note interviews are scheduled for week commencing 23 February.  Further details Job Description