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At the University of Vienna, more than 10,000 people work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them are scientists who, with their curiosity and continuous demand for excellence, conduct top-level international research and teaching. Are you also looking for the right space to develop your potential? We are seeking a/an University assistant Prae Doc 52 Faculty of Chemistry Startdate: 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5428 Our group covers different topics in theoretical chemistry, from the use of advanced electronic structure methods to the development of dynamical approaches to study photochemical reactions, also including machine learning. The group is part of the Cluster of Excellence “MECS- Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage” and the Sonderforschungsbereich TRR234 “CataLight- Light-driven Molecular Catalysts in Hierarchically Structured Materials”, benefiting from many experimental and theoretical collaborations. Your personal sphere of play: The position is at the Institute of Theoretical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry. You will develop excited-state dynamics methods to improve quantum mechanical effects in trajectory-based simulations. The new method will be applied to systems including light atoms, for example hydrogen and proton transfer reactions. 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 declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in research related to electronic structure theory and non-adiabatic dynamics You will carry out independent computational work, including method development, data analysis and preparation of results for publication. You are expected to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12 months. You engage in teaching (independently and/or in a team) within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You may occasionally be involved in the organization of meetings, conferences and symposiums. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Physics, Computational Science or a related field Good knowledge of theoretical chemistry, especially on one or more of the following topics: development of electronic structure theory or non-adiabatic dynamics methods. Hands-on experience with scientific computing and programming skills Good command of written and spoken English and German. What we offer: Fully funded PhD project:  We offer an attractive research project at the cutting-edge of the research field for your PhD thesis. 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 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 declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible. The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis; 75% for a 30-hour position) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in our team! It is that easy to apply: With a Letter of motivation With your Academic curriculum vitae With a List of publications, evidence of teaching experience (if available) Degree certificates Contact details of 3 persons who could provide recommendation letters Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Leticia Gonzalez Herrero leticia.gonzalez@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. 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Job Description About VU  At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on our journey and help us achieve the drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022–2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of these drivers, “A Thriving Place to Study and Work”, underpins our commitment to creating environments where students and staff belong and thrive. About the Team The Nursing and Midwifery program sits within the College of Sport, Health and Engineering. We are an academic community committed to excellence across teaching, learning, research, and industry engagement. The team plays a central role in preparing future health professionals and driving innovation through partnerships across clinical, community, and research sectors. About the Role This senior academic leadership role offers the opportunity to lead the Nursing and Midwifery program as Head of Program for an initial five-year term, while also holding an ongoing professorial appointment. You will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the discipline, overseeing curriculum development and accreditation, providing research leadership, and strengthening industry and community connections. Your new role includes driving high impact research, mentoring staff, and contributing to decision making across the College. Position Key Duties  Lead research productivity including securing competitive funding and producing high impact publications. Provide academic leadership across teaching, curriculum development, and course accreditation for Nursing and Midwifery. Represent the discipline in internal and external forums, including with industry, government, and professional bodies. Build and maintain strong networks to support collaboration in teaching, research, and professional practice. Lead, mentor, and develop a high performing academic team. Teach and supervise higher degree by research students. Strengthen the research profile and direction of Nursing within VU. Ensure compliance with university and regulatory frameworks. Position Details Classification: Academic E Classification $215,121 per annum +17% superannuation Employment Type: Full-time continuing role, 5-year initial appointment as Head of Program Location: Primary campus: St Albans (with flexibility to work at other VU locations) Description. Click here to view: Position Description - Professor of Nursing and Midwifery About You You will be someone who leads with insight, initiative, and collaboration, bringing:  A doctoral qualification in Nursing and AHPRA registration (or eligibility). National (and for Professorial level, international) recognition as a disciplinary leader.  A strong research track record with competitive grant success and high‑quality publications. Experience developing and accrediting higher education nursing programs. Demonstrated excellence in teaching, leadership, and mentorship. Strong networks across industry, government, and/or community sectors. Please note: The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current Employee - Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment. Who to Contact? For further information relating to the position, please contact: Name: Professor Karen Dodd Position Title: Executive Dean College of Sport, Health and Engineering  Email: Karen.dodd@vu.edu.au How to Apply To submit your application please click on the Apply button. Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:  A cover letter   Your curriculum vitae/resume   Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description   Applications will close 8th of April 2026 (11:59pm AEST). This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Why Join VU: VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage Our commitment: Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or (03) 9919 5999. 

DEPARTMENT OF FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION Chair Professor / Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Food Safety / Future Food Technology / Food Materials / Microbiomes and Health / Functional Food under Strategic Hiring Scheme (Ref. 260311019) With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible professionals and leaders, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”. Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 – it is ranked in the global top 30 for seven subjects, is first in Hong Kong for three subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 26 subjects. For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/. The Department of Food Science and Nutrition is a multi-disciplinary department established from 1 January 2023 under the Faculty of Science. With the unique standing in Hong Kong and the commitment to quality teaching, research excellence and knowledge transfer, the Department is envisioned to develop all-rounded graduates with professional qualifications, and promote interdisciplinary research with positive societal impacts. The Department’s key research pillars are Food Safety, Food Technology, Human Nutrition and Chinese Medicine. Currently, there are about 21 academic and teaching staff and 13 Research Assistant Professors in the Department. Please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/fsn/ for more information about the Department. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is an international city located strategically at the heart of Asia and is the gateway to the Chinese Mainland, with excellent transport links to major international cities. The Department is seeking highly motivated and suitably qualified individuals with research expertise in Food Safety / Future Food Technology / Food Materials / Microbiomes and Health / Functional Food. To boost the leadership and impact of PolyU’s research work in areas of significant societal needs and strategic importance, the Strategic Hiring Scheme is introduced to recruit faculty members at all levels and outstanding scholars are invited to join the University under the Strategic Hiring Scheme. Appointees recruited under the Strategic Hiring Scheme should have conducted / led world-leading research that is commensurate with the stage of their academic career. Duties  The appointees will be required to:  (a)  teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in related disciplines; (b)  conduct impactful research that leads to publications in high-quality refereed journals and external grants, generates meaningful societal impact, and addresses pressing real-world challenges; (c)  undertake research, programme/curriculum development and administration; (d)  supervise student projects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; (e)  engage in industrial and scholarly research/consultancy activities; (f)  undertake academic and departmental administrative duties; and (g)  perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or his/her delegates. Qualifications  Applicants should have:  (a)  a PhD degree in Food Science / Technology / Safety and Nutrition or a related field; (b)  a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research, with demonstrated experience in the application of innovative approaches, including but not limited to advancements in food science, technology, safety or nutrition; (c)  strong records of high-quality research, publications and scholarship in Food Science / Technology / Safety and Nutrition or related areas; (d)  good networking ability and excellent potential to become a world-leading scholar; (e)  excellent communication skills and the ability to use English as the medium of instruction; and (f)  strong interdisciplinary research vision that promotes collaboration and synergy with our existing faculty. Applicants for appointment at the Chair Professor level should have an outstanding record of global leadership and research achievement in the community, in addition to substantial years of relevant post-qualification experience.  Applicants for appointment at the Professor or Associate Professor level should have a substantial number of years of experience and an excellent record of relevant academic and/or research achievement in the specified field. Applicants with less experience will be considered for appointment at the level of Assistant Professor. Conditions of Service A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Appointees under the Strategic Hiring Scheme will be offered a start-up grant of not less than HK$3 million to support research activities (including the admission of PhD students, purchasing of equipment, and hiring of research staff) in the initial three years. Initial appointment for Assistant Professor will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. An appropriate term will be provided for appointment at Associate Professor / Professor / Chair Professor levels. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf.  Application Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic). Consideration of applications will commence on 25 March 2026 until the positions are filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.