Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including around 7.700 academic staff members, who work together towards answering the big questions of the past, present, and future. We are looking for four new colleagues to join our team as University assistant predoctoral 408 Research Platform Multilateralism Revisited: The Past, Present, and Future of International Negotiation and Cooperation Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 31.08.2030 Reference no.: 5320 Are you interested in studying the past, present, and future of multilateralism in a city that is a hub for international negotiation and cooperation? Do you have a background in political science, international law, development studies, history or related social science and humanities disciplines and are you open to interdisciplinary research? We are looking for four PhD candidates to join the newly founded Research Platform “Multilateralism Revisited: The Past, Present, and Future of International Negotiation and Cooperation” at the University of Vienna (https://multilateralism-revisited.univie.ac.at/). “Multilateralism Revisited,” led by Arne Langlet, Eva-Maria Muschik, Elisabeth Röhrlich, Alice Vadrot, and Michael Waibel, is a joint project of the Faculties of Social Sciences, Historical and Cultural Studies, and Law. Multilateralism has increasingly come under attack in recent years. At the same time, there is a growing understanding that contemporary issues—from climate change to artificial intelligence to pandemics—are global and require multilateral solutions. The research platform will study challenges to multilateralism in the past, present, and future from an interdisciplinary perspective. Collectively, we will investigate how issues such as global inequalities, institutional fragmentation, and science and technology contestation challenged and continue to challenge multilateralism. Four co-supervised PhD projects will explore how these challenges affect(ed) multilateral negotiations relating to the colonial past and its legacies (from a historical and development studies perspective), the governance of dual-use technologies such as nuclear energy and artificial intelligence (from a historical perspective), data sharing in the governance of environmental crimes (from a political science perspective), and resource extraction in “the global commons” such as the high seas (from an international law perspective). We are looking for candidates who are eager to develop a PhD research project in one of these four research areas. While each project will be anchored in a primary disciplinary orientation, all projects will be co-supervised by a team member with a different disciplinary background. What makes our group special: We are building a new research platform to jointly investigate challenges to multilateralism in the past, present, and future from different disciplinary perspectives We are part of extensive international research networks in our respective fields We offer training in individual academic disciplines as well as in interdisciplinary research We offer a dynamic and inspiring research environment We offer supportive mentorship focused on your academic development Your work setting: You will be affiliated with and based at one of the participating departments, become a member of the interdisciplinary research platform “Multilateralism Revisited,” and join one of the participating doctoral schools. Affiliations: Project 1 (“colonial past/legacies”): Department of Development Studies / Doctoral School of Social Sciences (main supervisor: Eva-Maria Muschik) Project 2 (“dual use technologies”): Department of History / Doctoral School of Historical and Cultural Studies (main supervisor: Elisabeth Roehrlich) Project 3 (“environmental crimes”): Department of Political Science / Doctoral School of Social Sciences (main supervisors: Arne Langlet and Alice Vadrot) Project 4 (“global commons”): Department of European, International and Comparative Law / Advanced Research School in Law and Jurisprudence (main supervisor: Michael Waibel) Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You work on your dissertation and its completion within four years You work on the dissemination of your research (e.g. through conference participation and publications) You become an active member of the new research platform “Multilateralism Revisited” You teach courses within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement for Austrian universities (up to two teaching hours per week) You participate in, (co-)organize, and contribute to joint activities of the research platform such as workshops, public seminars and lectures, grant-writing, and publications You participate in the events of the respective department where you are based This is part of your academic background and personality: Necessary: Completed above-average master's degree in political science, history, development studies, international law or related disciplines (degree must be conferred no later than the starting date of the position) Excellent command of written and spoken English Experience with relevant research methods (e.g. archival research, data analysis) and academic writing Interest in inter- and transdisciplinary work Strong commitment to finish your PhD project within four years Commitment to teamwork and required social skills Commitment to live in or near Vienna  Asset: Experience with interdisciplinary research and work settings Didactic competences (e.g. experience as teaching assistant) Interest in science communication beyond academia Previous research or practical experience regarding international organizations and multilateralism Basic German skills What we offer: Duration of employment: The employment duration is 4 years (30 hours/week). 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. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic research setting in an attractive working environment. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR EUR 2.832,10 (30 hours per week, gross, 14 times per year) increases if we can credit professional experience. This includes benefits (pension system) and health insurance.  Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy family-friendly working hours and can partially work remotely. 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.   How to apply: Please submit the following documents via our job portal: Cover Letter explaining your interest in and suitability for the platform (2 pages) Academic curriculum vitae (including publications and presentations, if applicable) The names of two referees who can testify to your academic skills (including their affiliation, email address, phone number) Sketch for a prospective doctoral project proposal related to the above mentioned fields (max. 5 pages) A writing sample (e.g. article, MA thesis chapter) Copy of Master Degree / Diploma and transcripts of all university degrees We will conduct interviews with short-listed candidates (interviews currently scheduled for week of 4-8 May) If you have any questions about the application process, please contact: Cara Nairz-Vith multilateralism-revisited@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: 04/12/2026 Prae Doc

The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is seeking a highly qualified full-time lecturer in Computer Networks and Security. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in this field or a closely related field and have a strong background in research. Relevant international experience is an 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 the Computer Science (MCS) program and undergraduate courses in the Computer Science (CSE) program. The expected workload for the in-class lecture conduct 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 two to four modules from the following areas: Computer Network - 1 Computer Network - 2 Realtime Systems IoT and Smart Devices IT Security Compulsory elective modules 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 Ph.D. 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 defensive architectures, cryptography & authentication, network resilience and emerging topics of computer networks (e.g., edge & fog computing, software-defined networking, AI-native networking). 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 Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, preferably from a well-known international university. Those in the final stages of their doctoral studies may also be considered, provided they demonstrate exceptional promise. 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 networked systems security, communication networks and protocols, ad-hoc networks, or other areas closely related to it Proven expertise in zero trust architecture, security protocols, defensive operations, wireless security, and network architecture 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 integrate himself/herself into an initiative on AI research and several interdisciplinary research groups at VGU. He/she enjoys access to state-of-the-art laboratories. VGU is currently acquiring powerful AI servers, workstations and data storage to enable long-term research. VGU provides institutional research grants of up to 350 million VND per project and offers financial support for faculty to attend national and international conferences and publish their research. VGU's partnerships with German universities provide lecturers with funding opportunities for research and academic exchange. 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 "Computer Networks and Security_[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. As part of VGU's ongoing commitment to gender equity, the university is actively seeking to enhance the representation of women in research and teaching roles. VGU therefore strongly encourages applications from qualified female lecturers who wish to contribute to the academic community.

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Anthropology to work with Prof Hannah Brown on a project funded by the Wellcome Trust entitled 'Understanding endemic Rift Valley Fever (RVF) transmission in distinct African regions'. This large, multi-disciplinary project brings together a team of researchers seeking to challenge the current view of RVFV as an epidemic disease. We propose that RVF exists along a spectrum from epidemic to endemic transmission, influenced by landscape ecology, climate, and socioeconomic factors. The successful applicant will work closely with Prof Brown and support her leadership of the social science component of this project by undertaking a new piece of extended ethnographic fieldwork that will interrogate how social understanding and responses to RVF interface with an epidemiological transition of RVF from a disease of concern only during epidemics to one experienced as an endemic disease. The primary sites of ethnographic fieldwork will be in Kenya, in Isiolo (epidemic RVF) and Kajiado (endemic RVF) counties, with the possibility of shorter visits to project sites in South Africa and Senegal where other strands of the project are active. The aim of the social science work package is to generate a multidimensional understanding of multispecies relations, environments, livelihoods, politics, and public health priorities for RVF as interconnected elements of a biosocial nexus, and to work closely and collaboratively with other project members to ensure that these insights are fully integrated into the overall project and can be used to develop evidence-based strategies for sustainable RVFV control.