Al-Bayan University

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue 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 at the Department of Islamic-Theological Studies 30 Faculty of Catholic Theology Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Reference no.: 5378 The Department of Islamic-Theological Studies is looking for a postdoctoral university assistant in the field of Islam in Contemporary Society who would like to be part of a committed and pleasant working atmosphere. The position comprises 40 hours and is limited to 4 years. Your personal sphere of play: Your future workplace will be at the Department of Islamic-Theological Studies, primarily in the area of the professorship Islam in Contemporary Society. In addition to conducting independent research and developing research projects in the core disciplines of Islamic theology, you will be responsible for teaching at the Department. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: Development and advancement of an independent teaching and research profile International publications and lectures Support in the planning and organisation of meetings, conferences, symposia and workshops Collaboration in the development of research projects and the acquisition of third-party funding Independent organisation of courses, examinations and supervision of Islamic-Theological Studies students in the Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes Participation in organisational and administrative tasks in teaching, research and Department management as well as in evaluation processes Participation in the publication of the journal "Forum Islamic-Theological Studies" This is part of your personality: Excellent German language skills (at least C1 level) are essential Completed doctoral/PhD studies in Islamic-Theological Studies or a comparable discipline Research in the field of Islamic theology with a focus on its relevance for European societies Theological and interdisciplinary engagement with questions of religious plurality and interreligious dialogue Empirical and conceptual research on Muslim life in Europe, in particular on the institutionalisation and organisation of Islamic communities Analysing the interactions between Islamic law and European legal systems, including ethical issues in the areas of bioethics, economic ethics and environmental ethics Development of theological and pedagogical concepts for Islamic educational work, particularly in the context of imam and counselling training and teaching in mosques Critical reflection on socio-political discourses on Islam In-depth analysis of Islamic theological discourses on reform and renewal in a global and European context Experience in acquiring third-party funding for interdisciplinary and application-orientated research projects Willingness to engage in international networking and interaction with research institutions and colleagues in Islamic theology and related disciplines Outstanding dissertation Proven research expertise and initiative through international publications in peer-reviewed journals Experience in research management Didactic skills and experience in e-learning Good IT skills Excellent knowledge of English (C1) High level of written and oral communication skills Ability to work in a team, social and communication skills, ability to take criticism Independent and structured way of working What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and remote/hybrid work. 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 in the center of beautiful Vienna 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. Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 4 years 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: With your letter of motivation With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent With your list of publications With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.) With a description of your research interests and research plans / if applicable, your habilitation project With a list of your teaching activities With a list of your lecture activities Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters Doctoral Degree Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Zekirija Sejdini zekirija.sejdini@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. 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Part-time (0.6 FTE), 2-year fixed-term opportunity Join a collaborative and purpose-driven team where you’ll help shape the future of consumer involvement in health research and create meaningful impact in musculoskeletal health across research, policy, and practice, at the Sydney Musculoskeletal Research Centre, based at the Charles Perkins Centre Base Salary $103,185 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity Join the Sydney Musculoskeletal Research Centre (SydneyMSK) in bringing together researchers, clinicians, consumers, and community partners to improve musculoskeletal health outcomes through world-class research, collaboration, and translation. We are seeking a Consumer Involvement Lead to play a key role in establishing and delivering the SydneyMSK Consumer Involvement Lab, an exciting pilot initiative designed to embed consumer voices across the research lifecycle. Working closely with the Centre Director, Prof Mandy Nikpour, Centre Manager, Stephanie Beshara, and senior academic leaders, including Prof Claire Ashton-James, you will support the coordination of consumer involvement activities, build meaningful partnerships between researchers and consumers, and contribute to the development of practical tools, resources, and engagement processes that strengthen consumer participation in research. This is a unique opportunity to help shape an emerging initiative with real impact, applying your expertise in consumer engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and project delivery to influence how research is designed, conducted, and translated into better health outcomes. Your key responsibilities will be to: Support the establishment and day-to-day coordination of the Consumer Involvement Lab, working closely with senior academic leaders to embed meaningful consumer involvement across research activities. Develop and implement processes, tools, and practical resources that strengthen consumer participation and support high-quality consumer-researcher partnerships. Coordinate workshops, consultations, training sessions, and other engagement activities that build capability in consumer involvement across research teams and communities. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, consumers, and community partners, to support Lab priorities and initiatives. Monitor engagement activities, collect participation and feedback data, and contribute to reporting, evaluation, presentations, and other team-based outputs. Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and promotes best practice consumer involvement in musculoskeletal research. About you Bachelor's degree or tertiary qualifications in a field that is relevant to health research and consumer engagement and/or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience. Demonstrated experience in consumer and community involvement within health, research, or related settings, with a strong understanding of co-design, participatory approaches, and best practice engagement frameworks. Proven project management, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, monitor budgets and expenditure, and deliver high-quality outcomes with strong attention to detail. Highly developed communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills, with experience engaging and collaborating with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including consumer and community partners. Strong written, verbal, and digital communication skills, including the ability to translate complex research concepts into accessible and engaging formats for a broad audience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and strong analytical and reporting capabilities, with experience evaluating engagement activities, interpreting data, and contributing to reports, presentations, and other scholarly or practice-based outputs. Not essential but training in consumer engagement, research-co-design, ‘train the trainer’ and peer support programs, or facilitation is desirable. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement  At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.  How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Roshik Prasad, Recruitment Operations by email to roshik.prasad@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 16 June 2026 11:59 PM

As part of an exciting digital transformation, the University of Surrey is seeking a Test & Quality Assurance Manager. You will lead and manage the IT and Digital testing and quality assurance service, defining and driving testing strategies, processes and procedures to enable the team to deliver software services and solutions that have been thoroughly tested and are fit for purpose. We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 32 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, pension contribution of 14.5%, and a unique and vibrant working environment. Role & Responsibilities: This is a University-wide role responsible for overseeing the testing, quality review and approval processes across multiple projects for new technical developments and major system enhancements. You will work closely with assigned project managers, organisational stakeholders, business analysts, subject matter experts, testers, developers, tech leads, end users, support teams and third parties to manage testing and quality processes during project delivery. The role involves quality and test advocacy, resource planning & management, and resolution of issues that impede the testing effort. Responsibilities include: Play a lead role in the development, implementation and review of the IT Service’s Testing and Quality Assurance Framework and approach. Ensure that the appropriate level of QA has been adopted across the University’s IT and Digital portfolio. Work closely with IT colleagues and a diverse range of organisational stakeholders, along with software suppliers and third parties, to evaluate and test applications that are being implemented, ensuring that extensive end-to-end testing has been applied, and potential defects have been fixed. Identify current and future testing requirements with key stakeholders; working with teams across the organisation who are responsible for projects and key business applications. Oversee the development of test plans for the roll out of new software developments. This includes liaison with Test Analysts, Programme and Project Managers, Subject Matter Experts and system users to agree and schedule appropriate resource for test activities. The IT team at Surrey are plugged in to the whole University, and our digital transformation work underpins the University’s strategy. IT is growing our digital transformation capability, improving student experience, and helping increase our research impact. It’s a vibrant and exciting time to join a great and well-respected team at the heart of the University’s strategic plans. What’s in it for you?  We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive. Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: Competitive Salary Market leading Pension Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare Access to on site leisure facilities at discounted rates For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University of Surrey Website. The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description