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Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (UNIRIO)

Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (UNIRIO) is located in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The university was established in 1979. 
The university was first given the name the University of Rio de Janeiro (UNIRIO). In 2003,the name was changed to the University to Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro, but the acronym was kept.
There are five campuses across the city. 
The university is home to five centres including the centre for biological and health sciences, exact sciences and technology, human and social sciences, legal and political sciences and letters and arts. The university offers both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. 
There is one hospital affiliated with the university as well as eight libraries and 106 laboratories. 
There are a range of scholarships and financial aid available for students.

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The University of Vienna is internationally renowned for its excellence in teaching and research, and counts more than 7,500 academics from all disciplines. This breadth of expertise offers unique opportunities to address the complex challenges of modern society, to develop comprehensive new approaches, and educate the problem-solvers of tomorrow from a multidisciplinary perspective.

The Max Perutz Labs at the University of Vienna invites applications for a

Tenure-Track Professorship in Genome Biology

74 Max Perutz Labs
Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. A2 
Limited until: permanent
Reference no.: 4903

The position

The Max Perutz Labs, one of Europe’s leading institutes for basic research in the life sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track group leader position. We are seeking exceptional candidates who will contribute in creative ways to the institute’s mission to analyse and reconstitute complex biological systems across different scales. We are particularly interested in researchers investigating the molecular and biophysical mechanisms underlying genome function and regulation.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:


	Chromatin and chromosome architecture and their mechanistic roles in gene regulation
	RNA processing, modification, localisation, and decay
	Genome stability and repair pathways
	Mechanisms of transcriptional control and RNA–protein assembly
	Functional, comparative, and synthetic genomics approached from a mechanistic angle
	Quantitative and integrative methods combining high-resolution imaging, functional genomics, single-molecule biophysics, and computational modelling


Candidates should have a proven track record in biology, biophysics, or computational science. Your research proposal should be original and innovative, linking a fundamental question in genome biology to experimental and/or computational approaches that uncover underlying mechanisms.

Together with IMP, GMI, IMBA, AITHYRA and UBB, the Max Perutz Labs are part of the Vienna BioCenter, one of Europe’s premier research hubs, home to over 2,000 scientists from more than 80 nations and more than 30 biotech companies. The Vienna BioCenter fosters a highly collaborative environment, providing ample opportunities for interdisciplinary research. As a joint venture of the University of Vienna and the Medical University of Vienna, the Max Perutz Labs facilitate cooperation with a wide range of faculties, including physics, mathematics, computational sciences, and medical sciences, broadening the scope of your research. The Max Perutz Labs provide subsidized access to top-tier core facilities, including biooptics, mass spectrometry, electron microscopy, next-generation sequencing, and high-performance computing. The successful candidate will receive a well-endowed start-up package covering positions, consumables, and infrastructure investment. The Max Perutz Labs participate in prestigious programmes, including the Vienna BioCenter PhD Programme, the EU-funded VIP³ Postdoctoral Programme, and the Vienna BioCenter Summer School, and offer Max Perutz PhD Fellowships for exceptional doctoral candidates. The working language at the Vienna BioCenter is English, and the environment is supportive and family-friendly, with subsidised on-site childcare for faculty and staff. Located in Vienna, repeatedly ranked as the most liveable city globally, scientists at the Max Perutz Labs enjoy a vibrant cultural scene, world-class music, and abundant nature. Vienna offers affordable living, excellent public services, and easy access to stunning landscapes and top destinations across Austria and Europe. https://www.maxperutzlabs.ac.at/

Your academic profile:


	Doctoral degree/PhD
	Two years of international research experience during or after doctoral studies
	Outstanding research achievements, excellent publication and funding record, international reputation
	Gender and diversity competence
	Experience in designing of and participating in research projects, ability to lead research groups and acquire third-party funding
	Enthusiasm for excellent teaching and supervision at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level


We expect the successful candidate to acquire, within three years, proficiency in German sufficient for teaching in bachelor's programmes and for participation in university committees.

We offer:


	the opportunity to obtain a permanent position and eventual promotion to full professor; the initial contract as Assistant Professor is limited to six years, after positive evaluation of a qualification agreement the contract becomes permanent as Associate Professor; Associate Professors can be promoted to Full Professor through an internal competitive procedure.
	a dynamic research environment
	a wide range of research and teaching support services
	attractive working conditions in a city with a high quality of life
	an attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff (level A2) and an organisational retirement plan


Application documents (in English):


	Letter of motivation
	Academic curriculum vitae
	
		education and training (PhD Certificate, PDF)
		positions held to date
		career breaks (e.g. relevant parental, family or other care periods)
		awards and honors
		commissions of trust
		previous and current cooperation partners
		complete list of acquired third-party funding and, if applicable, of inventions/patents
		list of most important scientific talks (max. 10)
		teaching and mentoring
		supervision experience (Master and PhD), if applicable
	
	
	List of publications
	
		link to your own publicly accessible ORCID record, with a complete and current publication list
		three key publications as electronic full text version (PDF, max 30 MB)
	
	
	Research statement
	
		most important research achievements (max. 2 pages) and planned future research activities (max. 4 pages)
		synopsis of three key publications with relevance to the position advertised
		publication strategy
	
	
	Teaching and supervision statement
	
		teaching and supervision concept, including a description of the previous and planned priorities in academic teaching and supervision (max. 2 pages)
		teaching evaluations (if available, PDF)
	
	


If you have any questions, please contact:

berufungsservice@univie.ac.at

Only applications submitted through the link "Apply now" below will be considered.

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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​Application deadline: 12/10/2025

Reference no.: 4903

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University of Vienna

The basic salary of EUR 4,932.90 (14 times a year) 



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

60 Centre for Teacher Education
Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until:  permanent
Reference no.: 4871

The advertised position at the Educational Competence Center Chemistry (AECC Chemistry) at the Center for Teacher Education (ZLB) is to be filled as of 1 March 2026, or as soon as possible, and is limited to four years.

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together!

Your personal sphere of play:

You will be assigned to the Austrian Educational Competence Center Chemistry (AECC Chemistry) at the Center for Teacher Education (ZLB) at the University of Vienna. The AECC Chemistry operates at the thriving intersection of pre- and in-service teacher education, schools, universities, as well as university colleges of teacher education in Austria. We conceptualise and implement innovative chemistry-specific educational research and professional development. Incorporating recent research findings into our teaching is of paramount importance for us. Subsequently, our expertise is requested for the development and revision of state-of-the-art curricula for schools and universities on a regular basis.

Our team’s research projects currently revolve around inquiry-based teaching and learning, green and sustainable chemistry, scientific reasoning, system thinking, and linguistic aspects of chemistry teaching and learning. We are looking forward to welcoming a committed post-doctoral researcher (4-year fixed-term contract) with a PhD earned in the field of chemistry education. We invite you to extend our current research areas and support the development of your individual profile.

Your future tasks:

You will participate in research, teaching and administration, i.e:


	You conduct research and professional development projects in the field of chemistry education using qualitative and quantitative methods
	You reflect on educational research and development from a theoretical, methodological, and classroom-level perspective
	You transform national and international educational research findings and apply them in chemistry teacher education
	You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
	You provide supervision and advice for students in Bachelor-level and Master-level programmes
	You provide advice and support for doctoral students
	You publish in international journals and teacher journals
	You apply for projects and acquire third-party funding
	You plan and organise professional development courses
	You collaborate with the AECCs Biology and Physics
	You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.


This is part of your personality:


	Degree in chemistry education
	Completed doctoral program in chemistry education
	Experience in the field of chemistry education research
	Knowledge and skills especially in quantitative, but also qualitative educational research and statistical methods
	Excellent proficiency in written and spoken German
	High proficiency in written and spoken English
	Teaching experience in pre-service chemistry teacher education
	In-school teaching experience above and beyond pre-service teacher education programmes
	Team player with strong social/communication skills
	Organisational talent
	Demonstrated knowledge of academic structures and processes


What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).
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 4.932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 4 years / 48 months 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
	Academic CV (incl. list of publications, list of courses held, list of lecturing activities)
	Certificate of completed doctoral/PhD studies
	Description of research interests and research plans / habilitation project, if applicable (1 page)
	Contact addresses of possible referees
	Via our  job portal / Apply now -  button


If you have any questions, please contact:

Anja Lembens  

anja.lembens@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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​Application deadline: 01/06/2026 

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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 1

34 Faculty of Law
Startdate: 15.12.2025 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:  14.12.2029
Reference no.: 4780

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a university assistant Praedoc, you will join the team of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Ernst Karner, currently consisting of one Prae Doc, two Study Assistants and one administrative colleague. You will be actively participating in teaching as well as in research and publication projects. Our focus is on civil law.

The period of employment is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not submit a non-extension declaration within the first 12 months.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	Participation in research projects
	Participation in publications / scientific articles / lectures
	Participation in and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
	Student support
	Participation in the organization of meetings, conferences and symposia
	Participation in administration of the team, teaching, and research
	Completion of your dissertation agreement within 12 - 18 month is expected.
	Own scientific activities (especially the writing of a dissertation) are encouraged and supported.


This is part of your personality:


	Completed diploma studies in law or master´s degree in law (with specialization in civil law, if applicable)
	Above-average academic performance, especially in civil law and other subjects of private law
	IT skills (e.g. MS Office, various databases)
	Excellent knowledge of German and good written and spoken English
	You are a team player with high social/communication skills.
	Interest in scientific work


Ideally, you have:


	Teaching experience
	Experience in scientific work
	Familiarity with university procedures and structures
	Experience in the field of event organization


What we offer:

Work-life balance: We offer flexible working hours.
Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of a team with excellent research infrastructure in a pleasant and friendly work environment.
Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is centrally located and easily accessible by public transport.
Internal further training & Coaching: We offer ongoing opportunities to broaden and deepen your skills. Participation in scientific conferences is supported and encouraged!
Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Equal opportunities for all: We are looking forward to welcome diverse personalities to our team!

It is that easy to apply:


	Letter of motivation
	Curriculum vitae
	Degree certificates
	List of publications, proof of teaching experience (if available)
	Short concept for a dissertation project (if available)
	Application via our job portal


If you have any questions, please contact:

Johannes Fromherz

johannes.fromherz@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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​Application deadline: 12/10/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY)

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The basic gross month salary of EUR 3,714,80 (full-time basis; amount as of 1 February 2025)



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. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an

University assistant predoctoral - Completion Grants

53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy
Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: permanent
Reference no.: 4925

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

What we are looking for:

The  Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences (VISESS)  is soliciting applications for  VISESS Completion Grants  starting in summer semester 2026.

VISESS addresses societal challenges through inter- and trans-disciplinary academic research connecting the cosmos with planets and atmospheres including its environments and with the anthroposphere. We aim our students to become world-leading experts in either of these three branches while also confidently communicate and contribute across all three branches.

The VISESS Completion Grants aim to support VISESS doctoral students during the final phase of their doctoral studies to focus on the completion and submission of their thesis. VISESS doctoral students employed at the University of Vienna within the last six months before the start of the grant can apply for a three-month completion contract. For further information and to submit your application, see: https://visess.univie.ac.at/completion-grants/.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration in the context of the successful completion of your thesis, which means:


	You finalise your dissertation according to your doctoral thesis agreement. We expect you to complete and submit your thesis at the end of the grant.
	You continue to participate in research, teaching, administration, (co-)supervision of students, examination activities, evaluation activities and in quality assurance as appropriate in the context of the successful completion of your thesis.


Requirements:


	You are enrolled in the doctoral programme of DSPL45 and a doctoral student member of VISESS who agreed to the Code of Good Practice.
	You have successfully passed your public presentation, submitted your dissertation agreement, and since then submitted your annual progress reports.
	You have shown active and regular participation in VISESS activities.
	You can provide a convincing statement that the completion and submission of your thesis can be expected at the end of the grant.
	You can provide a statement from your supervisory team on their commitment to support you in the final phase of your writing process.
	You have ensured that there is no other funding source available.


For detailed information on requirements and selection criteria see: https://visess.univie.ac.at/completion-grants/.

What we offer:

The employment duration is three months.

Fair salary plus health care and social benefits: The basic gross month salary of EUR 3,714,80 (full-time basis; amount as of 1 February 2025) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Living in the liveliest city of the world according to multiple international ratings (Economist, Mercer and Monocle).
Work-life balance: Flexible working hours and the possibility of home office at an Austrian domicile (partly / upon agreement).
Training and coaching: You will have full access to the extensive training and development program offered by the University of Vienna, one of the largest and oldes universities in Europe.
Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of an active and inspiring research environment with a vibrant PhD community that offers many ways to connect with peers on a social and professional level.
Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

Visit our website https://visess.univie.ac.at/completion-grants/ to apply and to find detailed information on requirements and application documents. Applications must be submitted via the VISESS website.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Martina Egger

martina.egger@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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​Application deadline: 12/15/2025

Prae Doc

https://visess.univie.ac.at/completion-grants/


The basic salary of EUR 4,932.90 (14 times a year)



The University of Vienna is a cosmopolitan hub for  more than 10,000 employees, of whom around 7,500 work in research and teaching. They want to do research and teach at a place that suits their ideas and work together towards answering the big questions of the future. You also appreciate the exchange between disciplines, cultures and generations? We are looking for a/an

University Assistant (postdoctoral) - Applied Microeconomics

37 Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics
Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until:  31.08.2032
Reference no.: 4860

Among the many reasons to research and teach at the University of Vienna there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for continuous striving for top international research and scientific excellence. At the same time they enjoy support and liberties that are not a given at other institutions. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

Your personal sphere of play:

Your future position is at the Department of Economics which is part of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics. We are a highly international and research-oriented Department. More than 30 full-time junior and senior professors together with numerous PhD students form an international community dedicated to studying all aspects of economics. Information about the Department of Economics can be found on the website at http://econ.univie.ac.at.

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	You build up an independent research profile in the field of Applied Microeconomics (eg digital economics, environmental economics, industrial organization, labor economics).
	You are involved in research projects and scientific studies.
	You publish internationally and give lectures.
	You apply for projects and raise third-party funds.
	You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
	You participate in examination activities.
	You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance.
	You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.


This is part of your personality:


	Completed doctoral/PhD studies in Economics (before starting your employment)
	Outstanding dissertation in the field of Applied Microeconomics (eg digital economics, environmental economics, industrial organization, labor economics)
	Research competence and initiative 
	Didactic skills
	Excellent knowledge of English
	Knowledge of German is an asset but not required.


What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and remote/hybrid work (upon agreement).
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 4.932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years 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 scientific curriculum vitae that details your education, teaching expertise and list of publications
	With your letter of motivation
	With up to two selected research papers
	With three letters of reference that should be sent by the referees directly to jobs.econ@univie.ac.at (stating the job ID in the subject of the email)
	Via our  job portal/ Apply now - button


If you have any content questions, please contact:

Paul Pichler

jobs.econ@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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​Application deadline: 12/19/2025

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