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The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an University Assistant postdoctoral 50 Faculty of Life Sciences Startdate: 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 20 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.08.2029 Reference no.: 5934 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together! Your personal sphere of play: The research group of Prof. Dr. Ina Bergheim, Molecular Nutritional Science, Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Vienna, is looking for support in human studies focusing on the interaction of nutrition, metabolic liver disease and immune responses. We are an interdisciplinary research team working at the interfaces between nutrition and the development of metabolic diseases as well as healthy aging. We build on a good working atmosphere, close collaboration with our students, self-dependent involvement, and coordination of research projects. Your future tasks: You will be responsible for the conceptualization, co-coordination and co-supervision of studies focusing on the effect of nutrition on the gut-liver axis with a particular emphasis on TLR signaling pathways and immune responses, in humans and cell culture models. Participation in paper writing and publication, independent teaching, as defined by the collective agreement, is expected. Furthermore, you will be expected to supervise students, participate in evaluation measures and quality assurance, and be involved in the department administration, as well as teaching and research administration. This is part of your personality: Completed doctoral/PhD studies in the field of Nutritional Sciences or related disciplines (e.g., life sciences) Outstanding dissertation Lively interested in science Very good knowledge in nutritional human physiology Hands-on experiences in conducting human intervention studies as well as molecular methods and cell culture experiments assessing inflammatory responses Ability to communicate fluently in German and English High interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and showing a high level of motivation for research What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement). 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 basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 3 years if we can credit professional experience. Duration of contract: 3 years (50%, 20 working hours per week) Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent With your list of publications With your summary of research interests and research agenda of the intended habilitation project (max. 1 p.) Doctoral Degree  Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button If you have any questions, please contact: Ina Bergheim ina.bergheim@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: 07/21/2026  Post Doc

About RoboPrecinct@PDD SmartPrecinct@PDD initiative aims to develop a precinct-scale robotics and embodied AI ecosystem at Punggol Digital District (PDD). The programme establishes shared digital infrastructure, regulatory frameworks (including cybersecurity and safety), embodied AI capabilities, industry collaborations, and real-world test-bedding environments to enable safe and scaled deployment of robots in PDD. The Programme Manager will lead the Programme Office and support the strategic planning, development, coordination, and governance of the SmartPrecinct@PDD programme. Key Responsibilities Programme management Reporting to the Lead PI of the SmartPrecinct@PDD programme, the Senior Programme Manager will oversee the overall execution and progress monitoring across multiple work packages in the programme. Coordinate multi-disciplinary activities to ensure alignment of technical development, infrastructure deployment, and regulatory initiatives. Support the principal investigators (PIs) to conduct technical integration between work packages where applicable. Track programme milestones, deliverables, budget, and reporting to the grantor and institution leadership. Supervise other Programme Office staff and coordinate administrative support functions. Stakeholder and governance management Lead engagement with government agencies and other stakeholders to develop governance frameworks for robot operations in PDD. Coordinate development of policies and agreements related to robot certification, data sharing, safety compliance, and cybersecurity standards. Support programme steering committees by preparing briefings, reports, and strategic updates. Ecosystem development Identify strategic collaborations with new industry and public sector partners to grow the SmartPrecinct@PDD ecosystem. Support programme expansion initiatives and new funding opportunities. Requirements Minimum Bachelor’s degree in engineering, robotics, computer science, AI, cybersecurity, or a related field. Ideally 10+ years of relevant experience in programme management, technology development, or public-sector innovation initiatives, with strong technical background in related fields. Experience managing large multi-stakeholder projects involving government agencies, industry partners, and research institutions. Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Proven ability to manage complex programmes involving multiple technical teams and deliverables. Excellent communication and leadership skills. *Note: The incumbent will be appointed as REsearch Engineer/Research Fellow if successful.

Salary: £19,792 - £22,919 per annum pro rata of £48,822 - £56,535 per annum Contractual hours: 15 Basis: Part Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Finance, Professional Services Job reference: REQ000583 Attachments: attachmentSystems and Reporting Lead -JDPS - July 26.pdf The Finance team is seeking a Systems and Reporting Lead to help maximise the effective use of the Agresso (Unit4 Business World) financial system. As the main point of contact for system functionality, you will provide expert guidance, support, and drive continuous improvement. The University is currently transitioning its Finance system to the Cloud and progressing an ambitious programme of systems and process development to enhance efficiency and user experience. About the Role The successful candidate will be proactive, organised, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential. You will need solid systems and accountancy expertise, with previous Agresso experience and a proven ability to develop and improve financial systems and processes. Why Join Us? Joining UCB means becoming part of an institution where your expertise will have a genuine and visible impact. This role places you at the centre of our financial transformation journey, offering the opportunity to shape systems, influence best practice, and contribute directly to enhancing the University’s operational effectiveness. You will be welcomed into a collaborative and supportive community where professional growth is encouraged, innovation is valued, and your work will make a meaningful difference to staff, students, and the wider institution. This role is 15 hours pere week for fixed term (2years) Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.  UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.