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Department: Applied Social Studies Vacancy ID: 041304 Closing Date: 17-May-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an experienced candidate for a specified purpose post of Executive Assistant to join our team in the Department. The person appointed will have a proven record of administrative work to support a range of activities relating to the work of the Department. The role will involve a broad range of administrative duties in support of the Department’s activities. We are seeking a person with excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, and extensive experience of working in a busy office environment. The candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines on their own initiative. The person must be discreet, trustworthy and capable of dealing with confidential material. The successful applicant will work as part of an administration team with the Administrative Manager. While the candidate will be assigned to the social policy programmes in the first instance, they will be expected to collaborate with the Admin Team to provide cover across the Department. Salary: Executive Assistant (2025): €32,530 – €48,930 (13 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, the 17th of May 2026 Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700  of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an University assistant predoctoral/PhD Candidate 51 Faculty of Physics Startdate: 01.06.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 31.05.2030 Reference no.: 5600 How can we perform table-top experiments to obtain new insights into the foundations of quantum physics? Can we measure gravitational effects on entangled photons for shining light onto the interface of quantum physics and gravity? Can we exploit quantum photonics technology for novel quantum machine learning, quantum computing and quantum cybersecurity applications? Can we scale up multiphoton platforms by using integrated optics, quantum-dot single-photon sources and customized two-dimensional nonlinear materials? Such questions are the driving force behind our research. You will be part of our team and develop new ideas, technologies and experiments. Your personal sphere of influence: As university assistant (PraeDoc) on this 4-year position, you will be part of the research group “Quantum Information Science and Quantum Computation”, led by Univ.- Prof. Dr. Philip Walther. The group is part of the Quantum Optics, Quantum Nanophysics & Quantum Information group at the Faculty of Physics, and a member of the Vienna Center for Quantum Science and Technology (VCQ) – one of the largest quantum hubs in Europe – and the Austrian Cluster of Excellence quantA. The group’s research combines the development of scalable photonic quantum technology for quantum computing and other quantum information applications with the investigation of fundamental quantum science questions. The main activities range from quantum control of single photons using solid-state photon sources, integrated waveguide technology, tailored nonlinear media and detectors based on superconductor technology to interferometric precision measurements of weak gravitational forces. You will also benefit from being a fellow of the Vienna Doctoral School in Physics (VDSP), being part of a thriving community with more than 100 quantum scientists on the premises, about 300 quantum researchers in Vienna. The Walther Group unites an international team of scientists who are passionate about research in quantum optics, quantum information and quantum technologies. Our 40 researchers, from undergraduate students and PhD candidates to PostDocs, are working together on mostly experimental topics in small subgroups. Teamwork is a key factor to our group’s success. Together we assembled a unique skill set and knowledge base in quantum information, quantum computation, quantum communication, quantum foundations as well as quantum-gravity interface. Your future tasks: You will actively participate in research, teaching & administration. This means: You are involved in a specific and well-funded research project dedicated to the generation of multi-photon states and in the implementation quantum machine learning protocols.  You will present your research plan to the faculty and complete a dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. This will be reviewed and adapted on an annual basis. You will contribute to teaching (lab courses, exercise classes) within the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You will fill some administrative tasks, contributing to the success and self-organization of the group for research, teaching and administration. You will continuously stay informed about the state of the art in your field. You contribute to outreach by publications, conference presentations and public activities. This is part of your personality: You have completed your Master's degree or Diploma in physics and written your thesis in the field of experimental quantum optics You have experience in experimental quantum optics, table-top experiments and multi-photon state generation You should have experience in free space bulk-optics You should have experience with programming digital interfaces for experimental instruments through Python, and knowledge of LaTeX You have experience in academic writing You have an excellent command of written and spoken English What we offer: 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. Potential for development: Success in life depends on what you make of it, but if you are ambitious and successful, there are plenty of opportunities to connect you to all relevant top research groups in the world. Internal further training & Coaching: The Vienna Doctoral School as well as the department of human resources offer plenty of opportunities to grow your skills in over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (full-time basis, 14x p.a.) increases if we can credit professional experience. The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! It is that easy to apply: Your scientific curriculum vitae  A letter of motivation (no more than one page) Your Bachelor’s and Master‘s degree  Contact details of 2 people who could provide a letter of reference Titel and abstract of your Master thesis Via our  job portal/ Apply now - button If you have any content questions, please contact: Philip Walther philip.walther@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. 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Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, approximately 14 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. The Aalto School of Arts, Design and Architecture (ARTS) is a Nordic leader in higher education for design, fashion, games, media, architecture, film, art education and fine art. We produce world-class research e.g., in design, digital media and visual culture, art education, urban planning and architecture. Our graduates innovate in and beyond their fields, drawing on over a century of tradition of our institution, a humane and forward-looking approach, and the latest technologies. The Department of Design is a community of creative and responsible researchers and design experts. We educate front-line design professionals and visionaries for established, changing and emerging fields of design. (https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-design).  We are now looking for a Doctoral Researcher for the Finnish Design Push initiative (2-year funded position) The Department of Design is looking for a doctoral researcher for the Finnish Design Push initiative to take part in our on-going research on industry engagements in design education and its role and functioning in furthering developments within technology industries, and especially small- and medium-sized companies. The Finnish Design Push is a joint research and development initiative on education – formed in partnership between the School of Arts, Design and Architecture and the Technology Industries of Finland to support the work-life transition of design students and further the employment of design within Finnish industry (Finnish Design Push | Aalto University). In searching for a doctoral researcher to join us in the coming months, we are looking for an individual that shares our research interests in the intersection between design education and design integration and who has the capacity to pursue doctoral studies. The duration of doctoral studies is estimated to four years at Aalto School of Arts, Design and Architecture and a suitable applicant is expected to prepare a research plan and get accepted to the doctoral programme of the school during the six-month probation period for the position. You can find more information about the doctoral programme at the school and what is required from applicants here: Aalto Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture | Aalto University. Your role and goals As a doctoral researcher, you will take part in studying the development and educational activities pursued through the initiative as well as developing your own doctoral research within the realm of interests for the initiative. Design is frequently brought forward as pivotal for companies to stay competitive and innovative across many industries – e.g., being an integral part when developing offerings, deepening engagements with customers, and expanding into new markets. In critically examining the basic premises of such propositions, with the Finnish Design Push, we are interested in better understand the processes by which companies – and especially small- and medium-sized technology companies – becomes interested, acquires capabilities in design and start contracting and developing structures for designers. We are also interested in how design education and industry engagements can support students in acquiring the necessary skills, knowledge, and interest to take on challenges and successfully pursue careers as designers in technology companies. In furthering these research interests, a suitable applicant for the position is expected to direct their doctoral research to address questions about the processes and practices by which small- and medium-sized companies acquire capabilities in design and/or industry engagements are organized in design education. Advancing your doctoral studies and accompanying research studies form the focus of the position. However, as a member of the Department of Design and the project team behind the Finnish Design Push, you are also expected to contribute to teaching and partake in the administration and research activities for the initiative. Your network and team As a doctoral researcher at the Department of Design, you will be working in a multidisciplinary and international environment comprising researchers, teachers, and students who all share a passion for design. You can read mor about the Department of Design here: Department of Design | Aalto University Through the Finnish Design Push, you will also have an opportunity to gain experience from new modes for teaching and forge connections with Finnish industry and technology companies. Your experience and ambitions Master's degree in design, design management, business, education, or other relevant field. Ability to work both independently and together with other researchers executing assigned tasks. Capacity to complete the doctoral studies within four years. Strong proficiency in English. Given the benchmark activities on design education that are pursued through the initiative, proficiency in a Nordic language is considered an advantage. Knowledge and experience in academic skills, prior experience in research and publishing is considered as an advantage. What we offer The position is fixed termed for two years, and for conducting full time doctoral studies. Funding continuation might be possible after this period. The starting time for the position is settled with the individual selected for the position, but we hope that a suitable applicant can join us no later than September. We offer the innovative working community of Aalto University and meaningful and varied work as part of a high-level research environment. The work includes the possibility of participating in interesting staff training at Aalto University. More about working at Aalto here. Join us! Please send your application as PDF files through our online recruitment system by the 31st of May. Your application should include the following documents: a letter of motivation describing your background and why you are applying for the position (max 2 pages). Please include preferred time for starting the position. If you are still studying, please indicate when you will have completed your current degree. a research statement in which you introduce your interests in the topic area for the position and what topic(s) you would like to study further during your doctoral studies (max. 3 pages). As a starting point for discussing what to potentially pursue in your research plan, please articulate your research interests in relation to how you see existing literature on the topic area. CV and list of publication (if available), Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). For more information about the role, please contact Associate Professor Oscar Person at oscar.person@aalto.fi. For questions related to the application process, please contact HR Partner Katju Helminen, katju.helminen@aalto.fi. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: This is Aalto University! Aalto University – Towards a better world and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto Check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/ For more information about living in Finland: Aalto Careers for International Staff. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.