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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 50 Faculty of Life Sciences Startdate: 01.02.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 30.06.2028 Reference no.: 5045 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 Botany and Biodiversity Research in the Biodiversity Dynamics and Conservation Group, a team of about 30 persons. Our group studies patterns of biodiversity and biodiversity change at various spatial and temporal scales, with a particular focus on the consequences of human-driven environmental change, especially climate and land use change. Our model systems are mainly vascular plants, but also include other taxonomic groups. We apply a range of statistical methods to existing datasets or to data collected by own field observations and experiments. In addition, we have a focus on the development and application of predictive models of species’ range dynamics. For more information please see https://bdc.univie.ac.at/. We are currently offering a post-doc position (temporary replacement, until 30/06/2028). The successful candidate should collaborate in research focused on climate-change effects on mountain plants and expand our teaching profile, especially also with respect to botanical field courses and data analysis. We are looking for persons that combine excellent botanical expertise and fieldwork experience with advanced statistical and bio-informatics expertise. The Department of Botany and Biodiversity Research is part of the faculty of Life Sciences with 10,000 students and a highly international team of > 1000 employees. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You participate in and contribute to ongoing research projects. You apply for new projects and raise third-party funds. You publish internationally and give lectures. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You supervise master students within your field of research. You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance. This is part of your personality: Completed doctoral/PhD studies in ecology or a related field Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in relevant journals Advanced statistical skills and experience with relevant software, especially with R   Experience with analysis of geographical data, including GIS software  Excellent knowledge of the central European flora, including mountain plants Excellent knowledge of English (C1) Team player and high social/communicative skills 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. 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) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! It is that ease to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent With your list of publications With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.) Doctoral Degree Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters Via our job portal / Apply now - button   If you have any questions, please contact: Stefan Dullinger stefan.dullinger@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: 12/29/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY) Post Doc

Join the University’s largest Faculty and take a pivotal role in creating safe, inspiring, and high-performing environments for teaching, research, and cultural events. About the Faculty The Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences (FABSS) is home to over 700 staff and more than 7,000 students across three schools (Surrey Business School, School of Arts, Humanities and Creative Industries, and School of Social Sciences) distributed across eleven buildings on the University’s Stag Hill campus. It is a vibrant, multicultural community delivering research and student events year-round, including renowned Guildford School of Acting productions and Music and Media concerts. The opportunity Buildings and Facilities Coordinator supported by Operations and Facilities Manager will be key at ensuring that Faculty premises meet the high standards (including, but not limited to, Health and Safety provision) set by the University. Your key focus will be to ensure that all spaces are safe and suitable for the activities that take place throughout the year, including teaching, research, performances, academic conferences, Open Days and Applicant Days. This means that your work will directly influence student experience, recruitment, and staff wellbeing. You’ll combine day-to-day operational excellence with forward planning, ensuring our spaces are safe, compliant, welcoming, and resilient, ready for the demands of a busy academic calendar. Very occasional evening, early morning, and weekend work required to support peak activity and high-profile events. What you’ll lead and deliver Coordinate building works and maintenance, owning work orders, tracking progress, and driving timely resolution in partnership with Estates maintenance, porters, and cleaning services. Visible Health and Safety leadership, conducting checks, championing safe systems, and enabling activities to meet the University’s standards across teaching, research, and public-facing events. Event readiness across eleven buildings, anticipating operational needs for conferences, theatre productions, and concerts so that spaces are functional, compliant, and welcoming for participants and visitors. Stakeholder engagement and communication, acting as the first point of contact for academic, professional services, and technical teams; translating requirements into actionable plans and keeping colleagues updated. Continuous improvement, spotting patterns, improving processes, optimising use of space and resources to enhance student experience and staff productivity across a high-footfall estate. About you You are organised, agile, and thrive in a busy university environment with shifting priorities. A confident communicator, you take initiative and build strong working relationships with Estates, technical teams, academic disciplines, and frontline services. You bring a customer service mindset, understand the needs of colleagues, students, and visitors, and have a keen eye for detail that ensures our buildings consistently meet high expectations. What we offer We offer generous annual leave, excellent development opportunities, a pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted membership to Surrey Sports Park, in addition to an on-site nursery. We operate a blended working policy that, within operational limits, allows staff to work from home up to two days per week, with some flexibility around start and finish times. Beyond competitive benefits, you will join a team that values innovation and continuous improvement. You will have opportunities to contribute to sustainability projects, space planning initiatives, and strategic developments that shape the future of our campus. How to apply Please submit your application with a CV and Cover Letter on the University website. For questions or an informal chat about the role, please email Michelle Rimmington, Operations and Facilities Manager: m.rimmington@surrey.ac.uk. Interview date: Wednesday 28th January 2026 Further details Job Description

Department: Centre for the Digital Research of Religion – Faculty of Arts Deadline: 31 Jan 2026 Start date: 01.03.2026 by agreement Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position Researcher Department: Centre for the Digital Research of Religion, Department for the Study of Religions, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University Position Type: non-academic position in research EU Researcher Profile: R2 Work time: part-time, 28 hours per week Type of employment contract: fixed term (for 1 year) Number of open positions: 1 Expected start: March 1, 2026 or negotiable Deadline for applications: January 31, 2026  WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a colleague to join the Centre for the Digital Research of Religion at the Department for the Study of Religions in the position of a postdoctoral researcher focusing on mathematical modelling of data and statistics within the Czech Science Foundation Junior Star project Socio-Spatial Situatedness of Roman Professions and its Impact on Religion in the Roman Empire: A Formal Modeling Approach (SIPROME). The SIPROME project investigates how professions and the socio-environmental and geographical situatedness of work environments in the ancient Roman Empire contributed to the spatial spread of ancient cults. Using computational methods, the project examines how the occupational risks faced by inhabitants of the Roman Empire influenced their choice of preferred cults. The main methods used in the project include spatial analysis, predictive modelling, statistics, and the analysis of geocoded data, especially of epigraphic and archaeological origin. MAIN JOB CONTENT Framework Conducting research in cooperation with the project team. Publishing research results in academic journals and disseminating ongoing research findings at conferences and other public events. Independent work as well as collaboration with other members of the project team. Content of the research activity: Mathematical modeling and statistical data analysis. Evaluating data as potential predictors explaining the spatial distribution of archaeological or epigraphic finds (e.g., analysis of variance, correlation, regression, maximum entropy models). WE REQUEST Professional education, qualifications and experience Ph.D. in mathematics/statistics or a relevant related field. If the Ph.D. has not yet been obtained, candidates may apply under the condition that the degree will be completed no later than during the spring semester 2026. Specialization in statistical analysis and mathematical modeling is required. Experience with publishing a scientific article. Language skills English at level B2 required; C1 is an advantage. Knowledge of Czech or Slovak spoken language is an advantage. Requirements related to job content  Ability to work independently and as part of a team on complex research tasks Ability to clearly articulate research results Ability to present the results of own research Ability to publish independently Networking skills Team spirit The advantage is knowledge of the university environment WE OFFER Working environment employment in a prestigious institution awarded by the HR Excellence in Research opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary team of experts friendly and inspiring working environment convenient location of the faculty in the city centre a friendly approach to work-life balance Employee benefits 6 weeks of paid vacation per year, flexible working hours with the possibility to work partly from home for better work life balance, meal allowance in the salary or for meals in canteens, pension insurance contribution or nursery school/ playgroup allowance, selected vaccinations free of charge, favourable mobile tariffs Vodafone, Multisport card, sports lessons organized by the Faculty of Sports Studies, the nursery school Elánek for children of employees near the faculty. Training and development Opportunities for training and personal development, e.g., language and other courses provided by MU, use of MU libraries, use of placements and mobilities abroad, participation in conferences, etc. HOW TO APPLY Please send your application via the electronic application link by 31. 1. 2026 (please use the link in the Electronic Application section below) and please attach all required documents. The following documents are required as a part of your application: cover letter (max 2 pages) describing relevant experience and specifying research interest related to the project structured CV with an overview of previous experience and a list of research publications copies of proof of education Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation of acceptance to your e-mail address. After the e-application deadline, you will receive information about the next steps. If you are unsure, please contact the FF MU Personnel Office: Mgr. Eva Brázdová Urbanová, e-mail: eva.urbanova@phil.muni.cz SELECTION PROCESS Selection criteria: submitting all required documents in the e-application compliance of the candidate's profile with the requirements for the job as stated above Suitable candidates will be invited to a personal interview, which may also take the form of a videoconference. Selection procedures rules at the Faculty of Arts of MU can be found on our careers page here. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you! MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY, THE FACULTY AND THE DEPARTMENT Masaryk University, located in in the vibrant city of Brno, Czech Republic, is the second-largest public university in the country and one of the most prestigious universities in Central Europe. It is recognized for its strong research output, as well as its comprehensive and diverse range of study programs, which span the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 6,000 employees. Beautiful surroundings of Brno and proximity to other historical cities (e.g. Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety, make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students. The Faculty of Arts of Masaryk University is an important centre of humanities and social science. Due to modern facilities, high technologies and innovative methods in science and education, the faculty offers attractive environment to its 6,000 students and 600 employees. Striving for transparent working environment that is open to domestic and international top researchers and that supports mobility and professional growth, the faculty was granted by the HR Excellence in Research Award - a European certification for managing HR processes in a research organization in 2021. Department The Laboratory for the Experimental Research of Religion (LEVYNA) is an interdisciplinary, collaborative team of experimentalists tackling the evolution and functioning of human cognitive mechanisms facilitating religious cognition, behaviour, and institutions. We value open science, collegiality, and cooperation. Martin Lang is the director of LEVYNA and the PI of the CREDO project. His work lies at the intersection between the humanities and the cognitive and behavioural sciences, combining laboratory experiments with field studies to investigate how the human mind creates cultural niches and functions in them. He recently received a Vice-Rector at Masaryk University award for mentoring and excellent dissertation. Website: https://www.levyna.cz/en Contact person at the workplace for any questions applicants may have about the position:  Mgr. Tomáš Glomb, Ph.D. e-mail: tomas.glomb@mail.muni.cz