Prince of Songkla 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 Scientific project assistant postdoc 45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies Startdate: 01.06.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.05.2032  Reference no.: 5093 Your personal sphere of play: As one of the largest research institutions in Europe, the University of Vienna offers an exceptionally broad range of disciplines and thus provides an outstanding infrastructure for transdisciplinary research in the humanities. We are offering a six-year, fixed-term postdoctoral position in the field of Yiddish Studies. You will propose your own research project on a topic within Yiddish studies. The position is based at the Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies at the University of Vienna under the direction of Univ.-Prof. Kriszta Eszter Szendrői, B.A., PhD. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You will carry out excellent scholarly work on your research project and write scholarly publications (articles or a monograph) on your research project. You will represent your research at scholarly conferences. You will collaborate with Prof. Kriszta Eszter Szendröi to create an Erweiterungscurriculum in Yiddish Studies and contribute to its teaching and administration. You will assist with the organisation of conferences, lectures, workshops and contribute to the organisation and/or teaching of the University of Vienna Summer School on Yiddish Language and Culture. This is part of your personality: You have successfully completed a doctoral degree in Yiddish Studies or a related subject. Your main research interest is in the field of Yiddish studies. If you have additional research interests that is an advantage. You have a sound knowledge of Yiddish literature and/or linguistics and/or cultural history and/ or Ashkenazi Jewish history and the methods of your subject area. If you have knowledge of more than one subject area that is an advantage. You have a very good command of Yiddish. You have a very good command of written and spoken English, knowledge of German is an advantage (language learning will be supported during the employment period). You are a team player and are interested in playing an active role in the vitalization of Yiddish cultural life. 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. 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 4.932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years / 72 months increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: with a letter of motivation written in German or English (max. 1 page). your academic CV (max. 2 pages) and a list of your publications; research project proposal (max. 2 pages); a digital version of two research articles or two chapters of your dissertation; contact details of two referees; your diploma certificates in digital form; apply via our job portal using the 'Apply now' button. If you have any questions, please contact: Kriszta Eszter Szendröi kriszta.eszter.szendroei@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: 02/01/2026  Post Doc

Full-time, Fixed Term position from February 2026 until February 2028 Salary Academic Level SE2 + Teaching Leadership Allowance $15,000 - ( Based on Qualifications) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, however, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About You Join RMIT as a Program Manager in Building Design and lead the future of design education. In this pivotal role, you will shape and drive the academic and operational direction of our Building and Design programs, ensuring they align with RMIT's Strategic and Business Plans while staying ahead of industry trends. You will champion the creation and delivery of cutting-edge learning experiences-developing innovative curriculum, resources, and teaching solutions that inspire students and respond to the evolving needs of the design and construction sectors. As a leader, you will manage and mentor a dedicated team of educators, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and workload planning to support a collaborative and high-performing environment. You'll also build strong relationships with industry partners and work closely with colleagues across RMIT, especially academic and professional staff, to ensure our programs remain relevant, future-focused, and aligned with vocational competency standards. You will actively engage in professional activities and encourage your teaching team to maintain and grow their industry expertise. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about design, committed to educational excellence, and ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of building and design professionals. To be successful in this position, you'll have: Capacity to effectively lead and manage a team of staff in the design, implementation and evaluation of innovative teaching materials, products and services.  Ability in ensuring current and contemporary vocational competence which meets and/or exceeds the education level being delivered and assessed. Effective organisational skills in the planning, development, implementation, operation and review of programs to achieve a quality-learning environment for students and staff. A sound knowledge and understanding of the vocational education and training sector, and of the training requirements of relevant industries and ability to meet these needs through program design and assessment. Capacity to implement strategies to cater for differing learning styles and approaches to study including gender and cultural influences, and the needs of disadvantaged groups. Highly developed interpersonal communication, leadership, negotiating and educational counselling skills that will enable success with students, industry clients, peers and management. Demonstrated skills in the use of information and communication technologies. An understanding of resource management issues, including finance, facilities, management, OHS, Equal Opportunity and Industrial Relations. Qualifications Certificate IV TAE (must) Diploma VET or above (desirable) Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. College of Vocational Education The purpose of RMIT's College of Vocational Education is to empower learners and our industry, community and government partners to succeed in the new world of work. Our five-year strategic roadmap, ALiVE@RMIT, purposefully guides everything we do in vocational education to deliver our vision: to position RMIT as a leading multi-sector provider with global impact and influence. Led by our Deputy Vice Chancellor, the College of VE is reimagining how we deliver vocational education to create unique experiences for our students and partners, so we can: lead in practice-based learning empower learners for the future of work engage industry and community at scale grow for impact and influence The College of VE is delivering impact through transformation that creates long-term change. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Diana via email at diana.ruiz@rmit.edu.au. Position Description - VE Program Manager, Building Design If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Close date: Sunday, 1st February 2026. About RMIT University RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university Why work at RMIT University Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice. We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings Bring Your Whole Self to Work We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Evolutionary Biology  Modelling the Evolution of Sex-Specific Differences in Life History and Immunity Supervisor: Dr. Piret Avila Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Helsinki The Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and Academy Research Fellow Dr. Piret Avila are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral researcher to develop theoretical work on the evolution of sex-specific differences in immunity and life history traits. We are accepting applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The ideal starting date is February/March 2026, but it can be later.  The position involves developing mathematical models to understand how natural selection shapes sex-specific immune strategies. The goal is to generate quantitative predictions testable against empirical data from diverse ecological contexts. We use methods from theoretical evolutionary biology, including optimal control theory, life history modelling, adaptive dynamics, and population genetics. This position is part of the interdisciplinary consortium at the University of Helsinki, Sex Differences in Immunity, led by Dr. Avila, which brings together researchers across evolutionary biology, immunology, genomics, demography, and statistics to bridge evolutionary and mechanistic explanations of sex differences in immunity. WHAT WE OFFER Starting salary for post-doctoral researchers is approximately 3625 euros/month A fully-funded 3-year position at the University of Helsinki (Viikki campus) An opportunity to conduct research as part of a vibrant interdisciplinary consortium, bridging evolutionary theory with immunology, genomics, and demography Collaboration across disciplines, with research visits to leading groups in the field Funding for attending international conferences to build your scientific network Access to excellent resources and professional development opportunities The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, unemployment and pension fund, a generous holiday package, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers). YOUR PROFILE PhD in biology, mathematics, or a related field Strong background in mathematical or computational modelling Ability to develop and pursue independent research questions Interest in or experience with interdisciplinary research is a plus How to apply A motivation letter (max 1 page), short description of your research interests and description of your background relevant to the position Curriculum vitae (max 3 pages) Publication list Contact information of two persons who are willing to provide a reference letter by separate request External applicants, please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the Apply Now button. Applicants who have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment contract, a grant researcher's contract or a visiting researcher's contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application by using the Employee Login button. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2025 at 23:59 EEST. We will process applications already during the application period and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Further information  About the position: Academy Research Fellow Piret Avila piret.avila@helsinki.fi Recruitment system: rekrytointi@helsinki.fi   Viikki Campus: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/campuses/viikki-campus Support for international staff: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/welcome and https://ihhelsinki.fi (International House Helsinki) Why choose University of Helsinki: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-biological-and-environmental-sciences