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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 ...  Senior Scientist in Numerical Astrophysics for Planetary and Stellar Astrophysics 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy Startdate: 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Reference no.: 5473 The position is part of the Solar System Evolution group led by Ass.-Prof. Kristina Kislyakova. The main research direction of this group consists of unraveling the evolutionary pathways of the Solar System bodies, in particular Earth, Venus, and Mars, and determining the place of the Solar System within the larger family of exoplanets. Your working place: The Department of Astrophysics with currently around 90 members is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. We are searching for a Senior Scientist to contribute to the development of numerical codes used by the Solar System Evolution group and other groups at the department. Our ideal candidate has a scientific background in stellar and planetary astrophysics and a strong background in computational astrophysics. The job consists of two equally important parts: 1) to contribute to the research in the area of atmospheric evolution and 2) to take the lead in developing and supporting computational tools for our studies, such as finding the best solvers that can be used in the codes used by the Solar System Evolution and other groups at the department. The position is initially limited to 3 years with possibility to become permanent by mutual agreement. The starting date is as early as May 1st, 2026, but no later than August 1st, 2026. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You build an excellent research profile in the field of planetary and stellar astrophysics, and Solar System research. You lead and participate in scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international meetings. You take the lead in the application of new computational tools, such as solvers, to the existing codes used by the group such as the hydrodynamic atmospheric codes for planetary and stellar atmospheres and particles codes. You contribute software expertise to other computational astrophysical groups. You (co-)supervise Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral students in Astronomy. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching as well as evaluation procedures. This is part of your profile You must have: A completed doctoral/PhD degree in astronomy/astrophysics A versatile research profile with works from different areas of astrophysics (e.g., stellar astrophysics, planetary science) Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media Excellent abilities to work in a team and excellent communication skills in English Previously acquired third-party funding  Additionally: Supervision and teaching experience is an advantage Good organisational skills are desirable Presentation experience in an international setting is a benefit A proven track record in scientific programming in software development teams with applications to various scientific tasks is an advantage Visible scientific track record (invited talks, panel participation) is a strong asset. What we offer: Inspiring working atmosphere: You will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated team on forefront science, while profiting from the international environment in the Department of Astrophysics. We have privileged access to the Austrian Scientific Computing (ASC) super-computing facility. As a member state of ESO and ESA, Austria has access to their first-class observing facilities. Good public transport connections: Your working place, the University Observatory, is located in the middle of the natural monument Observatory Park in the lively city of Vienna with outstanding public transport. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. Upon agreement, hybrid working hours within Austria might be possible up to a certain extent. 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: A basic gross salary of EUR 5,014,30 (on a 40h/week basis) per month, 14 times a year, amount as of 1 January 2026, 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: Please prepare your application as a single PDF file which includes: A motivation letter / letter of intent Your CV with a list of publications and presentations A statement of research interests (maximum of 3 pages) Doctoral/PhD degree Contact details of three persons who can provide a letter of recommendation Please apply via our job portal / Apply now button If you have any questions, please contact: Kristina Kislyakova kristina.kislyakova@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: 05/03/2026 (Senior) Lecturer & Researcher

Part time 0.5FTE Continuing position Campus Independent Salary Level C from $144,266 plus 17% superannuation (Pro-rated for part time) About the position The School of Nursing and Midwifery undertakes a wide range of teaching and research programs in Nursing, Midwifery, Maternal, Family and Child Health, Ageing and Aged Care, Health Service Design, Health and Wellbeing, Time Critical Nursing, Mental Health, and Workforce. These interconnected programs combine to form Centres of Excellence based within our clinical networks and Research Centres. This is a newly created role for a Level C academic who is an endorsed Nurse Practitioner with expertise in contemporary nursing practice and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. The successful candidate will be expected to make a significant contribution to the quality and innovation of undergraduate and postgraduate education, including leadership in curriculum design, delivery, and evaluation. The role emphasises engagement in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) to enhance educational practice and student outcomes, alongside meaningful collaboration with local hospital partners to support clinical education and workforce development. Skills and Experience To be considered for this position, you will have PhD degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas. Hold current endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Current or recent participation in clinical practice as a nurse practitioner. Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination with a commitment to excellence in teaching, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence. Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position. PD - Senior Lecturer Nursing (TF) NP.pdf Benefits  17% employer contributed superannuation Flexible work arrangements Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses  How to apply Closing date: By 11:55pm on Monday 4th May 2026 Position Enquiries: Catina Adams, Senior Lecturer Nursing Email: Catina.Adams@latrobe.edu.au Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position. Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:  Cover letter, An up-to-date resume and; A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description. Please scroll down to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates. All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Why La Trobe:  Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.  Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics  Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future La Trobe’s Cultural Qualities: La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy. 

Introduction 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. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to develop software platforms for supporting multi-user AR/VR applications. Key Responsibilities Participate in the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake the following responsibilities: Develop an interactive metaverse application for online education, team collaboration, and workplace training with a focus on real-time interactive simulation. Optionally, design and lead user study. Analyze the data and publish academic research papers in international academic conferences/journals Perform testing Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements A degree in Computer Science or relevant field Experience with software development life cycle Software Development: Strong knowledge in Javascript for 3D/VR applications (e.g., babylon.js, A-Frame, etc.). Experience in developing XR app for teaching & learning/training. Experience developing optimized modules within Unity and/or Unreal Engine Experience with database management systems User study – Optional. End-to-End Study Leadership: Lead the full lifecycle of user research, from defining objectives and methodologies (e.g., usability, A/B testing, interviews) to facilitating sessions and extracting unbiased, actionable insights. Scientific Authoring & Publication: Drive the creation of high-quality research papers for top-tier peer-reviewed venues (e.g., CHI, UIST, CSCW), translating complex technical architectures and study results into compelling academic narratives. Ethical Oversight & IRB Management: Manage the formal Institutional Review Board (IRB) process, ensuring all protocols, data handling, and participant interactions meet the highest ethical and legal standards for human-subjects research. Advanced Data Synthesis: Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to identify deep behavioral patterns, using these findings to ground both product development and scholarly contributions in empirical evidence.