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HUMANISTIC. SUSTAINABLE. ENTREPRENEURIAL. Leuphana University of Lüneburg stands for innovation in research and education. Methodological diversity, interdisciplinary collaboration, transdisciplinary cooperation with partners outside academia and a dynamic development characterize its research profile in the fields of education, culture, management & technology, sustainability as well as public affairs. Its award-winning study model is organized into the Leuphana College, the Leuphana Graduate School and the Leuphana Professional School. The School of Culture and Society at Leuphana University of Lüneburg invites applications for the following junior professorship: Cultural Theory (W1) You are an early-career scholar dedicated to current developments in, and international perspectives on, cultural theory with regards to cultural economies and/or digital technologies. Your background is in one of the disciplines that intersect in the interdisciplinary field of cultural studies, or Kulturwissenschaften, and in one of the ‘studies’ that have come to shape cultural theory in the last decades (such as organization studies, science and technology studies, platform studies, software studies, or museum studies). You have a keen interest in researching, understanding and theorizing the contingent and contested, discursive as well as material and affective constitution of culture, its impact, its transformation, and its changeability. Your research is already investigating practices, materialities and discourses at the heart of Lüneburg’s School of Culture and Society’s core research areas; or you are set to develop and realize research that contributes to these areas. You are therefore expected to expand and enrich existing perspectives on or related to research on a cultural theory of the digital world, for example in relation to the school’s research focus on ‘climate futures in digital cultures’; and/or research on cultural economies towards a cultural theory attuned to the cultural force of economic logics, in particular (but not exclusively) with a view to alternative social and artistic economies and/or the so-called creative industries and their forms of value creation and their technological, platform-based transformation. For this position, we are seeking a committed early stage researcher who shows promise of excellence in teaching and research. You can document original research contributions to the field of cultural theory (a relevant dissertation and additional publications of high quality). Ideally you can demonstrate  initial experience in submitting research proposals (e.g. through independent acquisition of grants, collaboration on larger applications, experience with the handling of third-party funding projects). Your teaching will contribute to the School’s English-language study programs (BA Organization, Society, and the Arts; MA Culture and Organization; BA Digital Media). You can document prior teaching experiences in the subject areas of this junior professorship. Ideally you have supervised theses on B.Sc. and M.Sc. levels and you also have some experience in co-supervising or mentoring Ph.D. students. Based on your research focus and background, you will become a member of one of the school’s institutes according to your profile and preference, and you will be invited to join and contribute to its research centres (Centre for Digital Cultures; Centre for Critical Studies). Your academic work gives evidence of innovative contributions to teaching and research, your talent for cooperating with partners inside and outside academia and your strong commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue. According to § 30 NHG, formal requirements are a university degree and a doctoral degree in a discipline relevant to the open position, your aptitude for teaching, and your ability to engage in independent academic research as demonstrated by the outstanding quality of your dissertation.  The junior professorship will be filled in accordance with pay grade W1 and is initially limited to a period of three years. The position will be extended for an additional three years, subject to a positive academic evaluation (in accordance with the guidelines for the mid-term evaluation of junior professors of Leuphana University of Lüneburg). The standard teaching load is 4 teaching hours per week. At Leuphana, you will find an academic community that is open to changes in perspective and cultivates the dialogue among the different disciplines as well as between research and practice. With spirit and initiative, we address the challenges of civil society in the 21st century. Pursuing our idea of liberal education, we enable our students to think, reflect and act upon it. Our professors foster the awareness of gender and diversity aspects in teaching and research. Leuphana University is an equal opportunities employer. The university aims to increase its number of female professors. Qualified women are especially invited to apply. Severely disabled applicants and applicants with equivalent status will be considered preferentially in accordance with the applicable legal provisions. For further information please contact the Dean of the School of Culture and Society Prof. Dr. Christina Wessely (christina.wessely@leuphana.de) or Prof. Dr. Timon Beyes (timon.beyes@leuphana.de) at the Institute of Sociology and Cultural Organization (ISCO). Please submit your application (without submission of an application photo) consisting of the following materials in two separate PDF files: a) motivation letter, CV, research concept (max. 2 pages), copies of academic degrees and b) your dissertation as well as two other publications of your choice . Please enclose the completed application form (as Excel file) with your documents. Guidance on the required application materials can be found here. Applications should be sent preferably via email using the keyword “Cultural Theory” (W1) beko@leuphana.de or to the President of Leuphana University of Lüneburg, Post Box 2440, Lüneburg D-21314 by February 22, 2026. 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At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 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 34 Faculty of Law Startdate: 01.02.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 31.01.2029 Reference no.: 4996 The Institute for Labour and Social Law invites applications for four pre-doctoral assistant positions (employment group B1, in accordance with the collective agreement) to support the research team of Prof. Dr. Erika Kovács, who will assume her position at the Institute on 1 February 2026. Her focus is on European labour law. Your personal sphere of influence: As a predoctoral university assistant, you will conduct your own independent research, be responsible for teaching and examination duties, and provide support in research, organizational, and administrative tasks Your future tasks: You will be actively involved in research, teaching and administration, which means: Collaboration in research and teaching in the field of labour and social security law. We expect you to finalise your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You will work on your dissertation and its finalisation as well as other academic work. You will teach courses independently in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You will be responsible for administrative tasks in research and teaching. This part of your personality: Completed Master’s degree or Diploma in Law   Strong expertise in labour and social law, with a particular interest in European labour and social law Above-average academic achievements Excellent written and spoken English skills Proficiency in IT applications, including MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and relevant databases Ability to work effectively in a team. The employment relationship of the university assistant is initially limited to 1.5 years and will be automatically extended to a total of 3 years unless the employer issues a statement of non-renewal within the first 12 months. An extension to a total of 4 years is possible subject to probation and corresponding work progress. The position should ideally be filled as soon as possible (preferably by 1 February 2026). Candidates with one or more of the following will be particularly well-suited for the position: Experience in preparing applications for research projects Experience in project management or coordinating research projects Prior experience in academic research or publication Moot court experience Academic or professional experience abroad, such as a semester abroad Proficiency in additional language Work-life balance: Excellent compatibility of professional and private life Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of an international team with excellent research infrastructure in a relaxed working environment. Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (based on full-time employment) increases if we can take your professional experience into account. It is that easy to apply: Academic CV Cover letter including research interests Notification of completed master's/diploma degree (degree certificate) List of publications (if available) Via our job portal / Apply now button Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Michaela Windischgrätz   michaela.windischgraetz@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: 01/18/2026 Prae Doc https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job-invite/499

Job Purpose The Professional Officers Division (POD) houses a centralized pool of academic staff under the Professional Officers scheme. Professional Officers come with specialised and deep technical skills acquired through extensive industry experience. They form the talent pool which brings a much-needed industry perspective to student learning. They facilitate applied learning and applied research in SIT, complementing the academic expertise of the faculty to bring industry practices and applications into the curriculum. Professional Officers leverage on their industry experiences to create authentic learning environments, where discovery and innovation take place. They act as coaches and mentors to students during practical learning activities such as laboratory sessions, Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Professional Officers could also lead or work with faculty on industry innovation projects to provide solutions to the industry. In addition to their role in applied learning and applied research, Professional Officers manage the centralised laboratory facilities and resources in SIT. With Technical Officers, laboratory safety professionals, and administrators in POD, they jointly develop central policies and processes for the safe and seamless operation of laboratories in SIT. Key Responsibilities Design and teach labs & practice modules. Mentor students in Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Lead or co-lead innovation projects with industry. Manage labs and equipment to support academic programmes and applied research. Ensure safety in labs Job Requirements Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from a recognized university. Experience: A seasoned technical specialist with 10+ years of industry experience in software development lifecycles, with strong technical expertise and hands-on development experience. Programming Languages: C#, C/C++, Python, Java. Software Engineering Principles: Expertise in Object-Oriented Design, Microservices, and API Development. Cloud & DevOps Technologies: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD Pipelines, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. Passion for supporting research and academic projects, with a track record of developing software solutions to address technical challenges. Extensive industry experience and knowledge to provide valuable industry perspectives in an academic setting. Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a keen interest in working closely with students in a learning environment. Committed to continuous learning and staying updated on industry advancements. Professional certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage. Candidates with exposure to Big Data and AI technologies will have an added advantage in supporting advanced research and applied projects.