Riau University

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 3,000 of them work in administration and organisation, around 7,700 do research and teaching. We are currently seeking a/an University Assistant (praedoc) in the platform "Spacetrace" 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.09.2030 Reference no.: 5830 We are looking for a PhD student to join the Department of Science and Technology Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, to work as part of the Research Platform ‘Spacetrace’. Your tasks will include developing and carrying out your dissertation project, teaching, and actively participating in platform and department activities. Your personal sphere of influence: The University Assistant praedoc will join the Department of Science and Technology Studies which is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. Science and Technology Studies is a social science field with a strong interdisciplinary orientation that analyses the interactions of science, technology, and society. The advertised position is affiliated with the University Research Platform SPACETRACE (Pollution of the Atmosphere by a Rapidly Growing Space Industry). SPACETRACE starts from the observation that the commercialization of space has led to a dramatic increase in rocket launches and satellites in Earth orbit – with largely unknown consequences for the atmosphere. Possible impacts include effects on the stratospheric ozone layer, the radiation balance of the Earth, and on ice cloud formation. The research platform brings together researchers from three faculties with expertise in social science, aerosol physics, and atmospheric sciences, to investigate the effects of emissions from rocket launches and the re-entry of space debris on the atmosphere, climate and society. Within SPACETRACE, four PhD positions are available, of which one is at the Department of Science and Technology Studies, and supervised by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nina Klimburg-Witjes. Research will focus broadly on one or more of the following questions: 1) What socio-political and economic logics underpin the current expansion of mega-constellations and commercial launch activities despite known environmental risks? 2) How do national and international governance structures frame space debris and atmospheric emissions—as security threats, sustainability concerns, or acceptable trade-offs for innovation? 3) What legal and regulatory mechanisms are needed to address the planetary-scale externalities of orbital activities, and what power asymmetries shape these debates? 4) How do different regions and populations bear the uneven environmental and security risks associated with space debris, especially in the context of re-entry fallout and climate feedbacks? The position is advertised to the extent of 30 hours/week (75%) for a period of four years. The anticipated start date is October 1st, 2026. Your future tasks: The successful candidate will work on a PhD dissertation, participate in research activities of the research platform and department. You will: Design and carry out your PhD research; Collaborate with colleagues and participate in department seminars and research activities; Present your research at national and international conferences, meetings, and symposia; Teach courses independently, as defined by the collective agreement, including examination duties and student advising. This is part of your personality: You have a university degree (Master or equivalent) in the Social Sciences or in another field, if the applicant can provide evidence of significant prior experience in Science and Technology Studies; You have knowledge of the theories and methods of Science and Technology Studies; You can demonstrate the ability to successfully plan, conduct, and write up research; You are motivated to work in an interdisciplinary team with colleagues from STS and Physics (no background in physics needed!); You have excellent proficiency in English, proficiency in German (or readiness to acquire it) is an advantage; You are interested in team work and collective research activities; You have excellent organisational skills and the capacity to make long-term plans; You are reliable and well organised. What we offer: A lively, active, and internationally oriented STS environment; Mentorship and a commitment to supportive supervision that helps you realise your research; Team culture with regular opportunities to exchange and socialise; Emphasis on work-life balance and on healthy research culture; Support and training through participation in the Vienna Doctoral School of Social Sciences; Opportunities for internal training and coaching as well as enhancement of personal skills from the University of Vienna. The basic monthly gross salary for this advertised position currently is € 3.776,10 (full time) and will be paid 14 times a year for a period of four years (i.e., the duration of the contract). The basic salary increases if we can credit prior professional experience. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to four years if the employer does not terminate it within the first twelve months by submitting a non-extension declaration. It is that easy to apply, with: A Curriculum Vitae; A Letter of motivation specifying your capacities in the above mentioned areas of work; Transcripts of prior academic studies; A 3-5 page outline of your proposed PhD project in Science and Technology Studies on a topic relating to Space Governance, Innovation and Politics with a particular focus on space debris and sustainability Names and contact details of two referees. If you have any content questions, please contact: Nina Klimburg-Witjes nina.witjes@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: 07/30/2026  Prae Doc https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job-invite/5830

The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is seeking a highly qualified full-time lecturer in Cloud Computing and Data Analytics. Candidates must hold a PhD in this field or a closely related field and have a strong background in research. Relevant international experience is of advantage. The successful candidate will become part of an international network of universities and research institutes. Teaching Responsibilities In the role of a lecturer, the successful candidate will teach graduate courses in MCS and undergraduate courses in the Computer Science (CSE) bachelor program. The expected workload for the in-class lecture conduction is 08 academic hours per week, totaling 240 academic hours per year (1 academic hour equals to 45 minutes). Teaching should reflect current research methods and results, and comprises lectures on the following modules: Databases Computer Network – 1 Computer Network – 2 Distributed Systems Fundamental courses in related areas The named courses are subject to change upon realistic needs of the programs and joint agreement between the lecturer, relevant Academic Coordinators, and Dean/Vice Dean in charge of teaching. Courses may require conducting relevant laboratory activities and/or advising student projects. The holder of this job is also responsible for supervising bachelor's and master's theses and mentoring PhD students. Research Responsibilities As a faculty member of a research-oriented university, the successful candidate is expected to significantly contribute to the scientific profile of VGU through innovation. This includes and is not limited to comprehensive activities in basic research as well as applied research in the fields of cloud data analytics (ranging from scalable storage, integration, making sense of data to visualization), cloud computing, and edge computing. The ability to apply and generate externally funded research projects is highly desirable. Administrative responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of the Computer Science program by participating in administrative, marketing and other public activities of the program in consultation with the Academic Coordinator of the study program and the German partner university, namely Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences. She or he is also expected to contribute actively to the academic self-administration of the Faculty of Engineering and university by being willing to stand for election to the Faculty Council, Academic Senate and/or other bodies. Qualification Candidates must hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field, preferably from a well-known international university. A current title of Professor will be a plus, as experience and understanding of the German higher education system and methodology. Other requirements include: An outstanding academic record with a focus on data analytics and cloud computing or other areas closely related to it Proven expertise in cloud technologies and data analytics using cloud-based platforms and tools Strong track record of successful research activities and publications in international and peer-reviewed journals in the related area Proven teaching experience with strong self-motivation combined with a passion for teaching and research Experience in industry is of advantage Proven excellent English proficiency: Candidates who are from non-native English-speaking countries should include one of the following valid English proficiency certificates; IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 548(PBT), TOEFL 84 (iBT), TOEFL 212 (CBT), CEFR level B2 or Aptis level C1 at the time of application submission. Alternatively, candidates who do not hold a valid English proficiency certificate at the submission time need to be internally assessed at VGU to meet the criterion stated above.[1] Employment benefits The successful candidate will become part of a professional and interdisciplinary group of faculty and have access to state-of-the-art laboratories. VGU supports its lecturers with attractive start-up endowments for quality research projects. VGU also supports participation in national and international conferences and the publishing of research papers. VGU lecturers enjoy a rich cultural experience and a dynamic teaching environment through interactions with inquisitive and quality students. Further information, e.g. regarding the appointment procedure, the competitive salary and research activities can be downloaded here. Application                                                                                                To apply please send your application (with the following documents in one PDF max. size: 5 MB) to academicpositions@vgu.edu.vn with subject line "Cloud Computing and Data Analytics_[Your Name]" Your application should include: Form for basic information (Please download here, complete this form electronically and submit it together with your application) A cover letter stating your interest in joining VGU Curriculum Vitae (including list of publications) Scans of university degrees, university transcripts and other relevant certificates Scans of language certificates (if available, highly appreciated) References illustrating your professional and academic career, including contact details of references (if available, highly appreciated) Evaluation results for teaching (if available) All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by VGU's international Application Review Team. For further information, please contact: Program Academic Director at rschorr@fb2.fra-uas.de and/or Program Academic Coordinator at son.ll@vgu.edu.vn About us The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is a Vietnamese state university. Founded in 2008, VGU is a joint venture based on a close cooperation between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, with the goal of becoming the leading research university in Vietnam and the region. VGU´s strategy is to customize excellent German study programs in the fields of engineering, informatics and economics to meet the needs of Vietnamese higher education. Being a joint effort of Vietnamese and German institutions, VGU follows the successful German model and standards concerning the academic and administrative structures. The principle of non-discrimination against women: Female candidates will receive priority consideration for lecturer positions at VGU. In case of equally qualified male and female applicants, the women will be preferred.

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. 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 two University assistant predoctoral 32 Faculty of Protestant Theology Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.09.2029 Reference no.: 5899 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your personal sphere of influence: As a university assistant, you will join the Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion VDTR and become part of your supervisor’s research team. The VDTR is a joint initiative of the Faculty of Catholic Theology, the Faculty of Protestant Theology, and the Research Centre Religion and Transformation. Its supervising members bring diverse disciplinary backgrounds and strong track records in theology and religion-related research. Doctoral candidates participate in a vibrant network spanning Alevi, Islamic, Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant theology, as well as religious studies, Islamic studies, Jewish studies, and philosophy of religion. Most of your time will be devoted to your doctoral thesis. You will also contribute to publications and presentations, support VDTR activities—such as organizing meetings, conferences, and symposia with your peers—and take part in teaching, including independent teaching as defined by the collective agreement and agreed with your supervisor. As an interdisciplinary doctoral school, we seek colleagues who are curious about and open to interdisciplinary dialogue. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in research projects. You work on your dissertation and its completion. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma in Alevi, Catholic, Islamic, Orthodox, or Protestant theology, religious studies, Jewish studies, Islamic studies, philosophy, or a related field (applications before degree completion are possible; the degree must be completed by 31 August 2026) Basic experience in academic writing and discipline-specific research methods Didactic competence and relevant IT/e-learning skills for your research field Excellent written and spoken command of English or German (C1), with good command of the other language Team player with good social skills; interdisciplinary research experience an asset What we offer: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.  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 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 basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) 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 your motivational letter (max. 1 page, must mention a potential supervisor from the list of VDTR supervisors) With a research proposal (max. 5 pages including bibliography) With a short CV With your Master, Bachelor and/or Diploma degree certificates With your writing sample (e.g. a chapter of your Master’s thesis or a published article) Apply now - via the button If you have any questions, please contact: Christian Danz christian.danz@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: 07/19/2026 Prae Doc https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job-invite/5899