Millikin University

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 91 Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.07.2027 Reference no.: 5922 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 influence: The Polz lab is looking for a highly motivated and skilled postdoc for a short-term project (11 months).  Please only apply if you are highly trained in molecular genetics approaches. We offer a stimulating environment with interactions with microbial ecologists, geneticists and evolutionary biologists. You will work in an interdisciplinary project that includes local and international collaborations. The expectation is that you are highly independent and will take leadership in organizing key aspects of the research, including supervision of masters and undergraduate students and communication with collaborators. The lab provides opportunity for further training and career development, including support in design and execution of presentations, paper and grant writing, and leadership skill development. Your future tasks: The goal of the project is to characterize the diversity of predators in the coastal ocean and how they interact with their prey at the molecular level. The aims of the project are to determine varying efficiency and specificity of predatory interactions, and to characterize susceptibility and resistance factors in the prey. The candidate is expected to drive the research project but also to also actively participate in teaching and administration commensurate with the short duration of the project. This is part of your profile: Successful candidates should have a doctoral degree in microbiology and should possess considerable laboratory experience in molecular genetics. A publication record in international peer-reviewed journals documenting these skills is expected. Good communication skills in English (written and spoken) are mandatory. The ability to work in a team is essential. What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly 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 5.014,30 (gross salary on full-time basis,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 easy to apply: Motivation letter, please specifically address your qualifications CV PhD Degree / Diploma List of references to be contacted Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Martin Polz martin.f.polz@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: 07/18/2026 Post Doc

Job Responsibilities Teaching English for English for Specific Purposes (ESP) or Academic Purposes (EAP) to undergraduate students Preparing and delivering engaging, student-focused lessons Designing and assessing both formative and summative assessments Supporting curriculum development and contributing to the enhancement of academic programs Providing academic and pastoral support to students Attending staff meetings and participating in events to promote the programs Accept other tasks of staff training or project development in the English Department Complete other special tasks assigned by the supervisor. Job Requirements Required A Native Speaker of English A Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, Linguistics, or a field related to the Majors taught at BiUH At least 2 years full-time working experience in teaching English at university level, and part of this experience must be teaching EAP/ESP Classroom management and interpersonal skills and the ability to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment Ability to inspire students through teaching and adjust to their learning needs Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team and to take on and accept responsibility and work to deadlines Ability to adapt and create own teaching materials Preferred Master’s degree in English, Linguistics, Education or a related field Experience of teaching classes of international students. Cambridge CELTA, Trinity Certificate TESOL, or equivalent with a face-to-face teaching component Expected Onboarding Date August 2026 Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary) Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc. 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund Commercial insurance Transitional Apartments Arrangement Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality Paid Holidays Statutory Holidays (13days) Annual Leave (25 days) Paid Sick Leave Paid Marriage Leave Paid Maternity Leave Paid Paternity Leave Parental Leave How to apply Please prepare the following documents: Current English CV(including full publication list) Cover Letter(addressed to the President) 2 Reference Letters Teaching Qualification Documents, Qualifications (if available) Documents certifying the professor’s (if available) Academic Degree Certificates Please import all files into one PDF Please name the PDF as ” Position – Your Name” Please send all files to recruitment@hibiuh.edu.cn

The University of Melbourne is Australia's premier university and one of the world's leading academic institutions. With a community of more than 80,000 students and staff, and deep ties to government, industry, and civil society in Australia and beyond, it is a place with genuine reach and consequence - committed to the idea that knowledge, rigorously pursued, can change the world for the better. The University is now seeking to appoint a new Provost. As Chief Academic Officer and working closely with the Vice-Chancellor, the Provost holds overall responsibility for the University's academic culture, its faculties, and the quality of everything that happens within and across them. The role is central to advancing excellence, strategic planning and resource stewardship - ensuring Melbourne remains a world-class and financially sustainable institution. It also carries direct responsibility for the student experience: from academic progression and outcomes to the genuine inclusion of students as partners in their own education. The University is looking for a proven leader who can demonstrate genuine understanding of how a large, complex university works as a whole. The best candidates will combine the authority that comes from an exceptional personal academic standing with the judgement, breadth of perspective, and personal qualities needed to lead the academic enterprise of a university of Melbourne's ambition and scale. How to Apply The University of Melbourne will be supported in its global search for this appointment by the executive search firm, Perrett Laver. For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Perrett Laver via email at Provost.UOM@perrettlaver.com. To apply online, please upload your curriculum vitae and supporting covering letter at https://plusportal.perrettlaver.com, quoting reference number [7980]. The deadline for applications is 7th August 2026 (AEST).