Kuwait College of Science and Technology (KCST)

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 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 (Substitute position) Department of Communication 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.08.2028 Reference no.: 5790 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 The Political Communication Research Group (polcom.univie.ac.at) at the Department of Communication, a subunit of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Vienna, studies the interaction between political elites, media, and citizens. Current research is focused on understanding how and under which conditions political elites communicate with citizens, what role media organizations and journalists play in the political communication process, how citizens process elite and journalistic communication, and what role digital technologies play in this process. Scholars in the group use a variety of qualitative and quantitative social research methods to develop and test theories that help understand the quality of political communication in democracies today. To extend the group’s research profile, we are looking for a motivated postdoc with a focus on political communication. The position is to be filled whilst a member of staff is absent. The postdoc will work closely with Univ.-Prof. Sophie Lecheler and other scholars in the group. Subject-specific competencies in one or more of the following subject areas of the research group are of advantage: (1) AI and digital technologies in political communication, (2) diversity of voices in political communication, (3) the politics of science communication, (4) quality of political communication and political journalism. The postdoc is expected to develop, conduct, and internationally present/publish research using a combination of relevant methods, such as experiments, panel surveys, big data and computational approaches. While a focus on quantitative research methods is desired, the postdoc should be interested in the integration of quantitative and qualitative data. Strong interest in open science approaches and development of ethical research standards is of advantage. The postdoc is also expected to collaborate with members of the research group in acquiring third- party funding, and will participate in administrative tasks at the department. Moreover, the position involves independent teaching of political communication and/or methods courses as defined by the collective agreement within the teaching program of Communication Science. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You build up an independent research profile in the field of Political Communication. You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of Communication Science. You publish in international, high-ranking journals. You present your research at national and international conferences, meetings, and symposia. You actively engage in applying for third-party funded projects. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance. You supervise students and participate in examination activities within the Bachelor and Master programs Journalism and Communication Studies. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. This is part of your personality: Doctoral degree/PhD in Communication Science or related discipline such as Political Science or Sociology. Knowledge of Political Communication research, with a focus on one or more of the subject areas specified above. Your aim is to publish your research in high-impact international journals and present it at national and international conferences. Experience of working on empirical research projects In-depth knowledge of quantitative research methods, e.g., survey, experimental designs, content analysis, computational approaches / computational communication science. Very good knowledge of statistical data analysis (using, e. g., R, Stata, SPSS) and/or programming skills (using, e. g., Python) Experience in university, research oriented teachingExcellent German and English skills both written and spoken Ability to work in teams What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid (up to 50%, upon agreement). Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of an international academic team with excellent research facilities in a relaxing working environment. Good public transport connections: Your new 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 23 months 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 résumé With a letter of intent With your list of publications With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.) Please state names and contact details of two referees we could contact Via our job portal/ Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Sophie Lecheler sophie.lecheler@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. 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Full-time, fixed-term opportunity until 30 June 2027, based in Darlington on Gadigal Land Contribute to nationally significant projects that improve mental health and substance use outcomes, while working in a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and meaningful impact Base Salary $103,185 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity Join The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use and play a key role in supporting projects that improve mental health and substance use outcomes across Australia. This role is positioned within a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, on an Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing-funded project which aims to build the capacity of the alcohol and other drug workforce to respond to mental health conditions. You will contribute to the successful delivery of research translation, communications and stakeholder engagement initiatives designed to increase the uptake and impact of evidence-based guidelines, resources and programs. As a Project Officer, you will provide operational and project management support across a range of activities, including stakeholder engagement, communications and promotion, workshop and webinar delivery, trainer coordination, data collection and analysis, and reporting. You will work closely with researchers, tertiary education institutions, trainers and other stakeholders to ensure project activities are delivered efficiently and achieve meaningful outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive professional who enjoys coordinating diverse activities, building strong relationships and contributing to projects that create positive changes in the community. Your key responsibilities will be to: Support the development and delivery of communication, promotion and engagement activities to increase awareness, uptake and impact of evidence-based resources and programs across tertiary education and workforce settings. Monitor project activities, including website and training performance, and make recommendations for adjustments in communication, promotion and engagement activities based on performance. Coordinate project activities, including stakeholder engagement, webinar and workshop delivery, trainer recruitment and support, and the timely achievement of project milestones and deliverables. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the research team and other internal and external stakeholders to support successful project outcomes. Conduct literature reviews, collect and analyse data, conduct oral presentations and demonstrations of the program, and contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, publications and manuscripts. Provide high-quality project administration, including organising meetings, preparing documentation, maintaining project records, taking minutes and following up action items in a timely manner. Ensure all project activities are delivered in accordance with ethical, legal and professional standards, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as required. About you Honours in Social Sciences, Behavioural Science, Public Health, Psychology, or a relevant field, with equivalent combination of training and experience. Demonstrated experience in collecting, analysing and reporting research or program data, with the ability to prepare high-quality reports, presentations and other written outputs. Proven ability to use data, insights and analytics to inform communication, promotion or engagement activities and evaluate their impact. Experience with Google Analytics or Power BI would be highly regarded. Strong organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with experience building effective relationships and engaging with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercising initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving skills, with knowledge of mental health and substance use issues in Australia highly regarded. 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. This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. 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 Copyright 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 Sunday 05 July 2026 11:59 PM

Description The Center for Interacting Urban Networks, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to support the project LANDMark on research on land economics, in any of the following areas: Measurement of land prices, with a focus on imputation techniques Land value determinants: public infrastructures (transport, health, and education services) Macroeconomic stability and instability in the presence of land as a fixed, non-produced asset Taxation of land wealth as an alternative to the consumption tax and the capital tax The political economy of land and its taxation Land, fixed resources, and political conflict The successful applicant will contribute to the research centered on any of these themes. The qualified candidate will have a Ph.D. in economics or another quantitative field with no more than five years from receipt of the degree, and an appetite for working on interdisciplinary teams. This position requires: Research experience in the mentioned areas of land (in a broad sense, including housing, macroeconomics, labor, urban, spatial economics, political economy, and conflict). Excellent communication skills in English. Ability to work in teams Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and the contact information for 2-3 referees, who may be contacted during the selection process. The research statement should outline specific projects that the candidate would like to lead within CITIES, along with potential collaborators within the Center. If you have any questions, please email us at nyuad.cities@nyu.edu. Evaluations will begin immediately and continue until the role is filled. The earliest start date for this position is January 1st, 2027. About LANDMark (Land Assets, National Development and Markets) This project, developed by Etienne Wasmer, professor of Economics and program head in Economics at NYUAD, and funded for the next 6 years (2027-2032), brings together a group of researchers working on land all over the world. A team of 4 postdocs will constitute the project's core. Associations and collaborative research funding projects with researchers in Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, and Political Science are encouraged. The post-doctoral associate will be hosted in the Social Science Division, near the economics faculty, and can be affiliated with CITIES (infra). About The Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES): The NYUAD’s Center for InTeractIng urban nEtworkS (CITIES – مدن) is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing urban science and promoting cutting-edge research that is translated into practical, real-world solutions for the benefit of society. Our mission is to establish a vibrant and globally recognized knowledge hub for urban networks, bridge the gap between scientific significance and practical value, and further develop the human capital to propel the city of Abu Dhabi and the UAE into a more prosperous and sustainable future. CITIES leverages the expertise of faculty members from the four Divisions of NYUAD and world-renowned scientific collaborators from multiple institutions within and beyond the NYU Global Network, as well as local stakeholders and private companies across the UAE and abroad. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD