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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. 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 40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: permanent Reference no.: 5090 Among the many good reasons to want 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 their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team! Who We Are We are looking to hire a predoctoral research fellow to join the ERC-funded research project Beyond Thalidomide: The Patient as an Agent of Change, based at the University of Vienna. Beyond Thalidomide (2024-2029), funded by an ERC Starting Grant pioneers a history of the global rise of patient engagement with drug-related disability in the second half of the twentieth century to understand how newly empowered agents transformed conceptions of (reproductive) health and disease in science and society. It develops a framework to examine the origins, development, and consequences of patient engagement with antenatal drug use, iatrogenic disability, and reproductive health from the 1960s until today. The PI of the project is Prof. Birgit Nemec, chair of History of Medicine and the Biomedical Sciences at the Faculty Center for Transdisciplinary Historical and Cultural Studies. The Chair of History of Medicine and Biosciences at the Faculty Center for Transdisciplinary Historical-Cultural Studies aims to test and further develop approaches and methods in the field of modern history of knowledge and political epistemologies of medicine and the life sciences and to connect the department's institutes in research and teaching. The current thematic focus of the chair includes sex/gender diversity; medical products; risks and reproductive health; patient activism; dis/ability and global health as well as oral history methods and methods of research collaboration. The position is limited to three years. Your future tasks: Complete your dissertation, based on original archival research, and thereby contribute to the project aims with a thematic focus on either: patient engagement with programs to prevent drug-related disability in health care systems in Western welfare states, in state socialist countries, or in postcolonial, newly independent countries patients’ roles in the “entanglement” of Western drug development and postcolonial global pharmaceutical markets, including the histories of patient legal action led by patients or patient campaigns as a practice and pivotal intervention into scientific and political debates Contribute to project aims such as academic event organization, public dissemination of research results, publications This is part of your profile: MA/diploma degree in history or related fields; very good or excellent course record Experience in archival research Working language skills in two or more languages Interest in interdisciplinary research with public health, medical anthropology and sociology Ability to work independently and collaboratively in research teams Excellent English communication skills Advantages Interest in theoretical and methodological debates in historical research, i.e. global perspectives; intersectional, postcolonial, disability, queer or gender perspectives Profound experience in archival research and/or experience in oral history methods Convincing working sample or outline of a PhD project What we offer: Team: An interdisciplinary, excellently networked and highly motivated working environment in research, teaching and public outreach/engagement 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. Fair salary: The salary of EUR 3.714,80 (on a full-time basis); of EUR 2.786,10 (30h/week). Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to increase diversity and invite diverse personalities in the team! Please do let us know if you believe your profile will increase diversity or if you consider yourself part of a marginalised group. It is that easy to apply: Letter of intent which indicates your motivation and interest in the position (max. 2 pages) Scientific curriculum vitae incl. a list of publications and presentations Writing sample (i.e. Master's thesis, book chapter) Draft proposal of the doctoral project (not mandatory) 1 Reference letter, directly sent to Birgit Nemec (birgit.nemec@univie.ac.at) Copies of certificates Via our job portal/ Apply now-button Please submit all your documents in PDF format. If you have any questions, please contact: Birgit Nemec birgit.nemec@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: 02/09/2026

About the Role  We’re looking for a talented User Experience (UX) Designer to join our Digital User Experience team. You’ll play a key role in shaping intuitive, accessible, and engaging digital experiences for our diverse user base. This is an exciting opportunity to apply user-centred design principles and deliver prototypes, interfaces, and interaction models that meet the needs of students, staff, and partners.  What You’ll Do User-Centred Design & Research Visualise and solve complex problems using evidence-based design decisions. Create personas, user journeys, wireframes, and information architecture schemas. Incorporate UX into agile development sprints and collaborate with developers, content designers, and product managers. Prototyping & Interaction Design  Deliver prototypes (from sketches to interactive models) for user testing. Apply rapid prototyping methods and modern design patterns. Accessible Design  Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 and Web Accessibility Directive standards. Lead on visual design standards and contribute to the University’s design system. Stakeholder Engagement  Communicate design decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Mentor colleagues and promote best practices in UX across the University. About You  Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant subject (e.g., Computer Science, Graphic Design). Strong knowledge of design research and at least one of: interaction design, service design, visual design, or information architecture. Proven experience with tools such as Figma, Miro, Axure, InVision, Adobe Creative Suite. Skilled in responsive design for web and mobile, and accessibility standards. Experience working in agile environments and using data to inform design decisions. Portfolio demonstrating UX design and prototyping skills. Desirable:  Experience facilitating usability testing and concept validation. Background in agile project management and UX leadership. Why Join Us?  You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team driving digital transformation at a world-class Russell Group university. We value creativity, inclusivity, and innovation—and we’re committed to making our digital services accessible to all.  How to Apply  Submit your CV and cover letter via our online recruitment portal.

As a Lecturer at Deakin Lancaster Indonesia (DLI), you will be at the forefront of undergraduate education on our dynamic international campus in Bandung, West Java. Reporting to the Rector in the first instance and then to an academic director, you will play a central role in co-designing and delivering engaging, high-quality learning experiences that prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving global digital landscape. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to innovative teaching practices that actively engage undergraduate learners. This includes the use of student-centred approaches such as flipped classrooms, collaborative and inquiry-based learning, blended delivery, and real-world problem solving. You will co-design inclusive, accessible curricula that promote academic curiosity, critical thinking, and practical skill development across a diverse, multi dimentional global student cohort. You will contribute to curriculum development, assessment design, and programme enhancement, ensuring that learning remains relevant, rigorous, and aligned with industry expectations. You will foster an environment where students are motivated to participate, reflect, and apply their learning confidently. Beyond the classroom, you will support student development through academic advising and mentorship. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to pedagogical scholarship or research activities that underpins and strengthens our teaching quality and student outcomes. As part of a collaborative academic community across Indonesia, Australia, and the UK, you will share best practice, engage in continuous professional learning, and help shape a vibrant, inclusive academic culture that reflects the values and ambitions of this unique transnational partnership. Person specification We are seeking a dedicated and accomplished Lecturers who brings academic credibility, a student-focused approach, and a collaborative mindset to this exciting new role. You will have a proven ability to contribute to high-quality transnational education and to foster excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and scholarly activity. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Qualifications and Experience A Doktor degree (PhD) in a relevant discipline aligned with our schemes of study (see the person specification below) Excellent record of scholarly learning and teaching in undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes. Experience in innovative curriculum design and delivery. Emerging reputation in research and scholarship through: 1) Peer-reviewed publications and/or exhibitions/conferences 2) Success in obtaining external research funding. Demonstrated capacity to contribute to leadership in teaching, research and/or administration Proven ability to contribute to community engagement for teaching and research. Teaching and Student Learning Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, learner-centred education Ability to apply industry, clinical, or research practice to enhance student learning Experience in delivering teaching across different levels and modes of delivery (e.g. face-to-face, blended) Ability to design and deliver inclusive, accessible learning experiences that support a diverse student cohort Capacity to lead and contribute to unit teaching teams, including the development of curricula, resources and assessments Skilled in providing timely, constructive feedback and academic support to students Commitment to fostering a culture of educational excellence and supporting the development of junior colleagues. Research and Innovation Capacity to initiate and contribute to discipline-based educational or pedagogical research. Ability to participate in intra- and inter-disciplinary research collaborations. Willingness to support or lead applications for competitive external research or innovation funding. Capacity to supervise Honours and/or HDR students, with a focus on timely, high-quality outcomes. Commitment to translating research into policy, practice, and industry or societal impact. Engagement and Leadership Demonstrated commitment to collaboration with research, community, industry, government, and other higher education partners Ability to contribute to university strategic and community engagement agendas. Willingness to participate in the development of industry partnerships and translation of research to real-world applications. Capabilities and Behaviours Authenticity – Leads with values in an open, transparent and consistent way Emotional Intelligence – Manages emotions to positively influence behaviour and outcomes. Growth Mindset – Embraces continuous learning and invests in personal and professional development. Communication – Demonstrates persuasive and influential communication. Collaboration – Builds effective partnerships and works collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes. Engaging Others – Establishes and nurtures effective working relationships. Other Requirements Willingness to travel within Indonesia and internationally as required. Ability to work outside of normal business hours to support events or promotional activities. Ability to obtain a police clearance or equivalent security check.