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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 (Faculty of Law) 34 Faculty of Law Startdate: 01.03.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: permanent Reference no.: 5157 More than 7,500 academics at the University of Vienna thrive on continuous exploration and curiosity and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your new working environment: At the Institute for Civil Law (Univ.-Prof. Dr. Olaf Riss, LL.M.) a position as a university assistent (prae doc) is to be filled as soon as possible. The scope of employment is 30 hours/week. The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible. Interested Persons with a completed degree, above-average academic success, particularly in civil law and private law minor subjects, are invited to apply. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of Civil Law. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You work on your dissertation and its completion. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of Law Above-average academic success, especially good knowledge of Austrian Civil Law Basic experience in academic writing and with research methods are beneficial Didactic competences / experience with e-learning IT user skills German proficiency at least at level C1 Excellent command of written and spoken English You should be a team player with high social skills What we offer: 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 basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! It is that easy to apply: With your letter of application With your scientific curriculum vitae With your summary of research interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal (if available) Master Degree / Diploma Degree certificates Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Olaf Riss olaf.riss@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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 01/30/2026

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.  Job Details This Research Fellow will contribute to the UrEco 2030+ project: “Optimizing Urban Ecosystem Services Model for Urban Climate and Biodiversity in Singapore towards 2030 and Beyond.” This position requires experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related fields, with added expertise in ecosystem services assessment, ecological engineering, social sciences, policy making, environmental science, and/or urban environmental issues at the policy–academic interface. This position is ideal for an early- or mid-career researcher with experience in GIS or remote sensing who seeks to apply and expand their expertise in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary research environment. The successful candidate will work with leading researchers and contribute to cutting-edge research and policy dialogues at the intersection of blue–green infrastructure, tropical urban ecosystem services, and urban resilience (covering themes such as urban flooding, thermal cooling, recreation, and biodiversity). The work includes Local Climate Zone (LCZ) classification and collaboration with Japanese university partners for integrated macro- to micro-scale analysis. As part of understanding the ecosystem services that are involved in Singapore, the successful candidate will also be expected to perform some field-based data collection during the duration of the project. Key Responsibilities Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.  Identify, simulate, and analyse ecosystem service models using GIS, remote sensing, and field data. Manage, process, and analyse ecological and socio-economic datasets to develop and calibrate high-accuracy ecosystem service models. Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings into conceptual frameworks and research designs. Support cross–work package integration, particularly in developing tools for blue–green infrastructure policy and decision-making. Perform quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and visualization. Draft and edit research reports, policy briefs, and academic manuscripts. Contribute to project management, workshop organization, and stakeholder or policy dialogues. Be involved in regular field work data collection and to perform environmental and biodiversity surveys (fish, birds and insects) as part of a research team.  To communicate and liaise with any internal and external stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met. Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by Supervisor. Job Requirements PhD in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or related disciplines. Strong working knowledge of GIS platforms (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and spatial data analysis techniques. Training or demonstrated experience in remote sensing, spatial data collection, and thematic mapping. Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., R, MATLAB, SPSS, Primer, Python). Experience with analytical techniques such as ANOVA, PCA, Regression, and Multidimensional Scaling (MDS). Experience in ecosystem service identification and analysis is highly advantageous. Excellent data management, research design, and reporting skills. Strong communication and presentation skills in English. Highly organized, proactive, and capable of working both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. Additional Note: While prior experience in ecosystem service modelling and simulation is not mandatory, it will be considered a strong advantage. Candidates with a solid GIS or remote sensing background who demonstrate interest in applying their skills to ecosystem service assessment are encouraged to apply. The project team will provide on-the-job training and guidance in ecosystem service modelling tools (e.g., InVEST and related software) to support skill development and ensure effective integration across research tasks. Key Competencies Integrates GIS, remote sensing, and environmental data for spatial modelling. Proficient in or able to learn ecosystem service software (e.g., InVEST, ARIES). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills. Effective in research design, reporting, and scientific communication. Works independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and sound research ethics.

Role type: Full Time; Continuing Faculty: Faculty of Science Department/ School: School of Biosciences Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super Support plant genetics research, teaching quantitative genetics, and working with people in universities and industry. Apply now to join our genetics programme and make a lasting impact on plant science and crop production. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. To address the underrepresentation of women in our School's genetics program and pursuant to a special measure under Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC), this position is only open to female-identifying candidates. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity The School of BioSciences is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative academic colleague with expertise in genetics/genomics/ and/or epigenetics. We are looking for applications with expertise in plant genetics and experience working in both the academic and industry sectors, and a research program that incorporates both fundamental questions about the evolutionary genetics of plants and applied questions that involve using plant genetics to improve crop production. We are particularly interested in applicants with experience working on the genetics of barley and/or sorghum. Applicants should have strong quantitative skills as the teaching component of this position will require teaching quantitative genetics at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Your responsibilities will include: Undertake internationally competitive independent research, resulting in research outputs that include but are not limited to peer-reviewed publications, patents, license agreements, government reports, and research or scholarship of learning materials. Actively contribute to teaching, including the development and delivery of taught materials, marking, and coordination of subjects.In the capacity of subject (the University of Melbourne word for courses) coordinators, you will be expected to manage academic colleagues to successfully develop and deliver curricula. Actively participate at School and/or Faculty meetings and play a leadership role in planning activities or committee work to support capacity building and strategic planning in the School. Participate in the supervision of your research team members as well as more junior academics in the School as directed by the Head of School. As a supervisor, you will be expected to positively engage in learning and career development for yourself (as a supervisor) and those you supervise and work with. You may be a great fit if: You are a passionate and collaborative academic with expertise in plant genetics/genomics. You may also: PhD in genetics, evolutionary biology or another relevant field of biology. Strong evidence of high performance in a postdoctoral research role Demonstrated record of industry experience within the Biotechnology field Excellent track record, relative to opportunity, in conducting research and publishing in top peer-reviewed academic journals Experience teaching as a teaching assistant/demonstrator/tutor of any genetics and/or quantitative biology subjects at the tertiary level Track record of successfully mentoring postgraduate research students as a co-supervisor or recognised mentor Obtained research funding through competitive student or early career researcher (ECR) schemes from internal university sources or small external funding programs. A track record of conducting collaborative research with researchers from multiple research teams, either across different units in your home university or at other universities. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team - School of Biosciences The School of Biosciences is the home to over 60 research groups, 5 Research Centres, 160 academic staff and 240 Research Higher Degree students. Research in the School covers a wide range of topics from discovery to biotechnology with strengths in ecology and evolution, marine biology, microbial biology, genetics and genomics, animal behaviour, biosecurity and pest management, reproductive biology, systems biology, biological pollution and botany. The school is the home to the University of Melbourne's first year biology program which serves 2500+ students each year feeding into a wide range of majors in the Bachelor of Science, the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Environmental Science. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Anna Gradoboeva hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 19 February 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-004915 Lecturer in Plant Evolutionary Genetics_PD.pdf