St George’s, University of London

At the University of Vienna more than 10,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them do research and teaching. Personalities who, with their curiosity and continuous commitment to excellence, conduct top international research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to realize your potentials.  We are looking for a Senior Lecturer (Scientific Teaching) in "Qualitative Methods and Sociological Theories" 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 23 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.08.2030 Reference no.: 4980 In case of positive evaluation at the end of the fixed-term period of 4 years, the position will be changed to a permanent position. Do you enjoy working with young people, are you curious, and do you want to pass on your knowledge?  As a Senior Lecturer, you play a crucial role in educating students. In addition to providing a solid academic education, we also place a special emphasis on the personal development of students. We support students in developing curiosity and critical thinking, thereby creating a solid foundation for the professional challenges of the next generation. The vacant position is based at the Department of Sociology, a sub-unit of the Faculty of Social Sciences. With approximately 1,700 students, an extensive range of courses and a broad and excellent research profile, the study programme offers a sound education in all areas of sociology, including methods of empirical social research. Your workplace: As a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Sociology, you will mainly teach methodologies and methods in qualitative social research (e.g., introduction to qualitative social research, interpretative methods, data collection, data analysis) as well as sociological theories (e.g., basic concepts of sociology, guided reading, selected sociological theories). If required, you will also teach courses in other areas of the Bachelor's or Master's degree programme (e.g., sociological research training, Bachelor's seminar). You will also be responsible for coordinating the content of specific parallel courses. The employment level of 23 hours/week includes an average teaching commitment of 16 semester hours per week of academic teaching per academic year. The willingness to increase the level of employment if necessary is welcomed. This is what you will do: You will independently lead courses at Bachelor's and Master's level. You will make an active contribution to the (further) development of course and examination formats. You will assist with supervising final theses and examinations. You will be expected to keep abreast of the current state of the art in science and didactic training and to take on research tasks during periods when you are not teaching. In addition, the assumption of administrative activities, especially in the administration of teaching, is part of the job profile. This is part of your profile: We are looking for people who see university teaching as an interesting and challenging career field and have the following profile: Completed doctoral/PhD studies in the field of sociology (or social sciences) Several years of independent, relevant and highly rated teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution Enthusiasm for the transfer of knowledge and for university teaching Very good command of German Very good command of English What we offer: Work-life balance: You have flexible working hours and can also work remotely upon arrangement. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team with excellent research infrastructure, dedicated colleagues and students who want to learn from you. 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. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4,932.90 (on a fulltime 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: CV and certificates Proof of teaching, course evaluation results if applicable Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) Submission of a general didactic teaching concept (max. 2 pages) List of courses held List of publications and list of any research projects carried out or participation in research projects Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact:  Ulrike Zartler ulrike.zartler@univie.ac.at (Director of studies) or Susanne Lesk susanne.lesk@univie.ac.at (Coordinator of department) 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: 01/20/2026 (MM-DD-YYYY) (Senior) Lecturer & Researcher

The University of Vienna is a cosmopolitan hub for more than 10,000 employees, of whom around 7,500 work in research and teaching. They want to do research and teach at a place that suits their ideas and work together towards answering the big questions of the future. You also appreciate the exchange between disciplines, cultures and generations? We are looking for a/an Drittmittlreferent*in 40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies Job vacancy starting: from 1. March 2025 | Working hours: 20,00| Classification CBA: ​[KV: §54 VwGr. IIIb] Limited contract until: ​12 months, followed by the possibility of permanent employment Job ID: 5005 Drittmittelreferent*in 40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies Startdate: 02.02.2026 | Working hours: 20 | Collective bargaining agreement: §54 VwGr. IIIb Limited until: permanent Reference no.: 5005 Wenn Sie gerne kommunizieren, strukturieren und organisieren, am liebsten in spannenden Projekten arbeiten und immer wieder gerne Neues kennenlernen, dann willkommen in unserem Team! Denn bei uns arbeiten Menschen, die mit ihrer Expertise dazu beitragen wollen, dass die großen Fragen von morgen beantwortet werden können. Your personal sphere of influence: The Institute for Economic and Social History conducts integrated research and teaching in economic, social, and cultural history, as well as history education in collaboration with other historical institutes. It examines and teaches economic, social, and cultural developments in global, national, regional, and local contexts up to the present day. We are a dynamic team and host numerous third-party funded projects financed by national and international funding agencies such as FWF, Jubiläumsfonds, and EU programs. This position is initially limited to one year, with the option of becoming permanent by mutual agreement. Your future tasks: You will be responsible for the administrative coordination and management of third-party funded projects at the institute and will support project managers and staff from the application phase through to project completion. You will coordinate scientific events at the institute and support the institute's public image. In addition, you will assist the Executive Board with various organizational tasks and play an active role in shaping the further development of the institute. Tasks in the area of third-party funding Coordination of third-party funding activities at the institute, as well as coordination with the third-party funding department at the dean's office and DLE Research Services Support for project managers and staff in the administrative implementation of projects from start to finish Independent and autonomous organization of administrative processes in the area of third-party funding at the institute (budget and personnel agendas) Independent invoice processing and budget control, as well as preparation of interim and final reports Supporting project staff with formalities relating to personnel matters (such as vacations, business trips) and supporting project management in the recruitment of new project staff Acting as an interface between the institute and internal university departments (faculty, human resources, finance, etc.) and external bodies (funding agencies and project partners) Maintaining websites and public relations for third-party funded projects Tasks in the area of event coordination Independent organization of scientific events at the institute (colloquiums, lectures, workshops, conferences), including scheduling, creating programs, flyers, posters, room reservations, catering, communicating with participants, hotel reservations, and billing General institute tasks This is part of your personality: Professional experience in office organization and accounting (preferably in a scientific/university context) Ideally, a completed BA degree Very good MS Office skills, knowledge of SAP, Typo3, and graphics programs is an advantage Very good written and oral communication skills in German and English Independent, structured, and solution-oriented approach to work Ability to work in a team and strong social and communication skills. What we offer: A friendly, cooperative working environment with flat hierarchies. Flexible working hours in consultation with the Executive Board. Ongoing free training and further education opportunities. Social benefits from the University of Vienna. Fair salary: The base salary of EUR 3,071.30 (gross, based on full-time employment) increases if we can take professional experience into account.  Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every new personality who enriches our team!  It’s that easy to apply: With your resume and a short cover letter Your qualification certificate (high school diploma, university degree, etc.) Any additional certificates Via our job portal / Apply now button If you have any content questions, please contact: Univ.-Prof. Christian De Vito, PhD christian.de.vito@univie.ac.at .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: 26.01.2026 Administration & Organization

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 A good degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related fields. Possessing a Masters, PhD and/or relevant professional certifications would be advantageous. Deep technical specialist with 10 or more years of working experience in Electrical/Electronics Engineering environment. Have deep, hands-on competence in the following areas: High voltage switching Engineering design, modelling & analysis of conventional power, wind & solar farms Engineering design of transmission & distribution substations, electrical distribution systems of industries and commercial buildings Power system protection application and relay coordination Digital/Analogue/Power electronics IoT/Micro-controller application It will be advantageous with working knowledge of/as: Knowledge in programming/using Python, MATLAB, LTspice, IoT platform. Authorised high voltage switching Engineer Extensive hands-on experience and knowledge of industry practices and engineering principles to bring industry perspective to SIT Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to technical problems. Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment. Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs. Possess industrial certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage.