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Department: Department of Geography – Faculty of Science Deadline: 4 Jun 2026 Start date: 1.7.2026 or negotiable Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling Dean of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position: Assistant/Associate professor in Social Geography Workplace: Department of Geography, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic Type of Contract: temporary position with 1-year contract (with possible extension), academic Working Hours: 1 FTE (full-time employment of 40 hours per week) Expected Start Date: 1. 7. 2026 or negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 1 Pay: negotiable Application Deadline: 4. 6. 2026 EU Researcher Profile: R2/R3 About the Workplace Masaryk University is modern, dynamic and the most attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 6000 staff and 30 000 students, a wide range of research areas and a strong international position. We are the largest academic employer in the South Moravian Region. Faculty of Science MU, a holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty, offering university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of the Masaryk University, generating around 40 % of MU research results. The Department of Geography at the Faculty of Science of MU is the second largest geography department in the Czech Republic. The department conducts multidisciplinary scientific research and teaching activities in the interrelated fields of human geography, physical geography, geoinformatics and geographic cartography. The staff of the Institute of Geography is involved in a number of research projects and grant programmes, as well as a wide range of application projects. Job Description Teaching and supervision of students in Czech and English within undergraduate and graduate courses focused on social geography, with a specialization in urban studies, socio-spatial inequalities, transformations of cities and regions, and related topics such as environmental change and sustainable development. Research and project activities in the field of social geography and urban studies, focusing on the analysis of socio-spatial processes, institutional frameworks, and policies of urban and regional development. Development of an independent research agenda, including the possibility of building a research team and collaborating with existing research groups at the department on topics such as spatiotemporal mobility, disability and accessibility, and climate change. Skills and Qualifications PhD in social geography, urban studies, sociology, or a related field. Publication record corresponding to the level of an established researcher (R3), ideally with international impact. Proficiency in Czech and English, both spoken and written. Experience in carrying out research and/or applied projects; ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Willingness and ability to contribute to departmental activities and the development of study programmes. Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to prof. RNDr. Petr Kubíček, CSc., email kubicek@geogr.muni.cz, phone 549491491. We Offer An interesting job in a dynamically expanding university area. Opportunity to participate in the activities of an established research group on environmental geoinformatics. We offer the chance to establish your own research group in cooperation with the Czech Globe Institute. Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility. Employee benefits such as 8 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution, a financial meal allowance, lunches in canteens of MU, Multisport card, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, university cinema discount, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare group-Campus. Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city. Application Process The application shall be submitted online 4. 6. 2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement. The candidate shall provide the following: CV. Cover letter describing candidate's research priorities. Summary of research outputs and publications. Names and contact details of at least 2 references. After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. Selection Process Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided. If we do not contact you within 10 working days after the application deadline at the latest, it means that we have shortlisted other candidates meeting the position requirements. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview. The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen here. Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,700 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 37 Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5593 There are many good reasons to want to conduct research and teach at the University of Vienna. And there’s one reason why some 7,500 faculty members before you chose this university. They see themselves as individuals who need the freedom to pursue their curiosity and their ongoing aspirations in order to succeed academically. Is that what you need, too? Welcome to our team! About the advertised position: As a University Assistant Praedoc, you will contribute to Bernhard Kittel's research area. The research is focused on institutional and organizational change within the economy, markets, and society. At its core are the processes through which political, economic, and social actors respond to new challenges, thereby transforming existing institutional orders, market structures, and societal guiding principles. Specific areas of focus may include the labor market, the welfare state, or social cohesion. Substantively, the research should emphasize the importance of norms and institutions for individual action. A theory-driven research approach that utilizes experimental or quantitative methods is preferred. The position is designed for the employee to qualify for a doctoral degree (PhD) through their research. Your future tasks: You will be actively involved in research, teaching and administration, which means: We expect you to conclude your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You are working on your dissertation and its completion. You will independently teach courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement. You will take on administrative tasks in research and teaching. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's/Diploma degree in Social Sciences, preferably in the fields of Sociology, Economic Sociology or Political Economy Knowledge of quantitative research methods Interest for experimental methods or computational social science Basic IT skills (e.g. Office, Stata and R) are required Excellent written and spoken English skills (C1) What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. 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 all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! Duration of contract: The duration of the contract for employment is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not submit a declaration of non-renewal within the first 12 months. If the work progresses accordingly, an extension to a maximum of 4 years is possible. It is that easy to apply: With your academic CV With a letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) With an idea sketch for a prospective dissertation project (max. 5 pages including references) With a writing sample (e.g. master's thesis, seminar paper or similar) With a notification of completed master's/diploma studies With a list of publications and proof of teaching experience (if available) Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Bernhard Kittel bernhard.kittel@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: 05/29/2026 Prae Doc

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence. In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses. The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Applied Research Fellowship aims to provide doctoral candidates who are about to complete or have recently completed their studies an opportunity to engage in advanced training and/or research at an overseas university for one year. Besides financial support, awardees will also receive academic mentorship. Upon completion of the Fellowship, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore citizen Doctoral candidates who have recently completed or are about to complete their studies in a discipline under the supported areas for START below Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for selected research area Have been accepted or have applied for a postdoctoral training at a leading overseas university in a research area that is aligned with SIT’s supported areas A keen interest in an academic career Value of Fellowship The Fellowship provides: Monthly stipend Overseas maintenance allowance Return economy airfare Conference and fieldwork grants Overseas medical insurance Fellows will also each be assigned a SIT faculty mentor throughout their post-doctoral training and have opportunities to participate in faculty development programmes. The fellowship is tenable for one year. On an exception basis, a two-year programme may be supported. Service Commitment One year for every year of sponsorship. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year via the various links below. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake. Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year. Final Interview by the Panel for shortlisted applicants for the 2026 intake will commence in Mid-March to End April 2026. Awards will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START - Health Sciences Diagnostic Radiography: Radiography involves the controlled use of ionising radiation, radioactive substances and non-ionising radiation to produce diagnostic quality images of the human body, facilitating the diagnosis and treatment of patients (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Dietetics: Dietetics involves the management of medical conditions and promotion of health through application of food and nutrition. Dietitians provide medical nutrition therapy and implement specific diet strategies for chronic medical conditions, illnesses, or injuries (Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association). Nursing: Registered nurses render health services to individuals, families, and communities (Singapore Nursing Board Code for Nurses and Midwives 2018). Speech and Language Therapy: Speech and Language Therapy involves assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of communication and swallowing disorders (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Occupational Therapy: Occupational therapy involves assessment and interventions to work or school, self-care, leisure or play, physical environments as well as cognitive, mental and physical components of function to enable individuals affected by physical injury or illness, developmental or learning disabilities, psychosocial dysfunctions or the aging process, to engage in everyday life occupations in order to maximise independent performance of life roles, prevent disability and maintain health (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Physiotherapy: Physiotherapy involves assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of pain, injury, or any other physical dysfunction, through the use of education, exercise, manual therapy, electro-physical agents, technology or any other treatment for those purposes (Allied Health Professions Act 2011).