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The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 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 a/an University assistant predoctoral in Business Analytics and Operations Research 39 Faculty of Computer Science Startdate: 01.07.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.06.2030 Reference no.: 5679 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! Setting: The University of Vienna seeks to fill a position of University Assistant (prae doc) at the Faculty of Computer Science. The selected prae doc will become part of the Research Group Workflow Systems and Technology (WST) and will work towards obtaining a doctorate degree (PhD) under the supervision of Prof. Bernhard Lutz. The position is to be filled as soon as possible. The new work group by Prof. Bernhard Lutz within the research group Workflow Systems and Technology has a broad research focus on topics of business analytics and operations research. The interdisciplinary group aims to develop novel approaches for solving complex decision problems and explaining human behavior in the usage of information technology. For this purpose, the group applies methods from reinforcement learning, explainable AI, natural language processing, and lab experiments. Applications should hence be interested in one or more of the aforementioned topics and/or methods. The particular topics will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and preferences. Given its interdisciplinary focus, the group collaborates with researchers from both, computer science and business administration. The successful candidate can hence build on a strong network of fellow researchers with a strong knowledge of business analytics and operations research topics. The Faculty of Computer Science of the University of Vienna has world-leading researchers in Computer Science who pursue basic as well as applied research. The selected praedoc will also become part of the UniVie Doctoral School Computer Science (DoCS), which builds an essential framework to foster excellence in research and teaching. The DoCS aims to provide young researchers with the broad knowledge and experience they need to conduct computer science research at the highest level. It trains doctoral students to solve fundamental as well as applied research questions of high relevance. The appointment is for 4 years, whereby the employment contract is initially limited to 1.5 years and is automatically extended to a total of 4 years, unless the employer submits a declaration of non-renewal after a maximum of 12 months. Your future tasks: Participation in research, teaching and administration: Participation in research projects/research studies Participation in publications/academic articles/presentations We expect the successful candidate to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12-18 months. Participation in teaching and independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement Supervision of students Involvement in the organisation of meetings, conferences, symposiums Involvement in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration Your profile: Master's degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Information Systems, Data Science, Math or an equivalent qualification with excellent grades An excellent command of English and German (spoken and written) Good programming skills, preferably in Python Strong ability to work in teams Perseverance and ability to get things done A high motivation and commitment to excel in your work Willingness to travel, attendance of national and international conferences What we offer: 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. Participation in conferences: Opportunities to present your research at international and national conferences. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) is paid 14 times per year and 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: Letter of Motivation, targeting the specific position Curriculum vitae Abstract of master thesis Degree certificates and transcript of records List of publications, evidence of teaching experience (if available) If you have any questions, please contact: Bernhard Lutz bernhard.lutz@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: 05/25/2026 Prae Doc

Ref.: 536340 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Education (10000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Full-time Project Manager (at the rank of Assistant Research Officer or Senior Research Assistant) in the Faculty of Education (Ref.: 536340) (to commence as soon as possible until February 29, 2028, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance) Applicants should possess a Master's degree or above preferably in education field, with at least 5 years' extensive experience in educational research and large-scale studies including project management and coordination, tracking of deliverables, report writing and research. They should have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; solid and advanced statistical and analyzing skills (e.g. SPSS, R etc); good administrative and organisational skills; and the ability to work independently. Applicants with less research experience may be considered for appointment at the rank of Senior Research Assistant. The appointee will mainly work for the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 in Hong Kong. He/She will assist the Project Leader in overseeing the timeline of deliverables of the project; verify the quality of the data; analyse quantitative and qualitative data and findings; write up research reports; liaise with OECD, Government Representative, schools and project team members; and perform other duties as assigned. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online with an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until June 22, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Help shape the next generation of educators Full-time, fixed-term (until July 2027) position at our Hawthorn campus HEW5 salary + 17% super and staff benefits About the Role Are you passionate about education and building meaningful partnerships within the school and early childhood sectors? We are seeking a highly organised and relationship-focused Professional Experience Liaison Officer to support the successful coordination of teacher education placements. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with schools, early childhood settings, academic staff, and students to facilitate high-quality professional experience placements that are essential to future educators’ success. Reporting to the Manager – Education Placements, the Professional Experience Liaison Officer provides administrative and stakeholder support relating to teacher education placements. You will play a key role in coordinating student placements, responding to placement enquiries, and maintaining strong partnerships with education providers across the sector. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working with both people and processes to achieve positive outcomes. What You’ll Do Coordinate professional experience placements for education students Build strong partnerships with schools and early childhood settings Support students and staff with placement-related enquiries Maintain accurate placement records and documentation Work collaboratively to deliver high-quality placement outcomes About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills  Excellent communication and organisational abilities  Knowledge of the school and/or early childhood sectors  The ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced environment  Experience using student administration and placement systems  A collaborative, flexible approach to teamwork  Previous teaching experience within the Australian education sector Qualifications A qualification relevant to Early Childhood or Primary Education. About Swinburne University of Technology  Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. What We Offer You! Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.  Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page! To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.  If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au Applications Close: Sunday 31 May 2026, at 11.00pm Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process. For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. #LI-SW Please click here for Position Description How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. 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