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Ref.: 536310 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-track Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor in Global Health (several posts), School of Public Health (Ref.: 536310), to commence as soon as possible on a three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal, and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms. Applicants should possess (i) a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in public health and epidemiology, economics, political science, geography, medical anthropology, medical sociology, international health law or a related discipline; (ii) prior research experience in development studies, health systems research, global public health, primary health care, or implementation science; (iii) a strong track record of high-quality research as indicated by publication record and external grants; (iv) evidence of international recognition with a demonstrated ability to work across discipline towards new research initiatives; and (v) a strong commitment to teaching students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The appointees are expected to conduct independent and collaborative scholarly research, publish research articles in high-impact journals, and attract competitive grants to maintain active research programmes; take part in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and supervise research postgraduate students; and perform administrative duties. Qualified candidates with hands-on experience leading and documenting field interventions and interacting with global health partners ranging from multinational leaders to grassroots community members are especially encouraged to apply. The appointment rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. The School of Public Health is committed to protecting and enhancing health for all people, through the synthesis of state-of-the-science research, the dissemination of knowledge through education and training and effective evidence-based public health advocacy. The School is structured into six academic divisions: Behavioural Sciences, Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Health Economics, Policy and Management, Kinesiology, and Public Health Laboratory Sciences. To learn more about the School, please visit http://sph.hku.hk. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.  Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above posts.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, a research statement, and a teaching statement. Please state in the application form the position and the academic division in the School that you are applying for, and provide contact emails of three referees. Please include in the CV your ORCID website link, H-index (as per Scopus), total number of international peer-reviewed publications, and the number of first-authored papers. Review of applications will start from July 23, 2026 and continue until November 22, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

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. 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 - FWF project RE-SECURE 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.09.2030 Reference no.: 5730 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! About this position: We are currently seeking a Doctoral Researcher (Prae-Doc) to join the FWF ASTRA project RE-SECURE – Remaking Security: Technopolitics in the Global East, led by Dr. Dagmar Vorlíček, at the Department of Sociology. If you are passionate about interdisciplinary research on security, and would like to contribute to an innovative international research project, we look forward to your application. Start date: 1st October 2026 Duration: 4 years Extent: 30 hours/week (0.75 FTE) About the project: RE-SECURE – Remaking Security: Technopolitics in the Global East explores how expertise developed under past political regimes can be renegotiated and adapted for new security purposes. Focusing on Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) as a region marked by profound political transformations from the Cold War to the present, the project rethinks the study of security by theorizing how ways of “doing security” are shaped by history, technology, and global connections. The project will examine both the symbolic and material dimensions of remaking security, while combining desk research, archival work, and field research. By analysing how technoscientific practices interact with societal understandings of risk and global politics, RE-SECURE will develop an original, historically grounded, and decentered perspective on security from the perspective of the “Global East.” Your future tasks: As a doctoral researcher, you will develop your own dissertation project within the framework of RE-SECURE while contributing actively to the collaborative research agenda. Your responsibilities include: Building an independent research profile in sociology of security Developing and conducting a case study on science diplomacy in Austria Planning and executing qualitative empirical research (combining interviews, document analysis, and archival research) Contributing to comparative and conceptual work across the project’s case studies Publishing and presenting research results nationally and internationally Participating in project meetings, workshops, and research activities of the department Contributing to literature reviews, conceptual development, and joint publications of the RE-SECURE team Engaging in the broader academic life of the faculty You will receive structured supervision and mentoring, including support in academic writing, publishing strategies, research design, and grant writing. Your profile: Completed MA degree (or equivalent) in sociology, political science, STS, international relations, history, or a related discipline Strong interest in security studies, sociology of expertise, and/or technopolitics Solid grounding in qualitative research methods Demonstrated research competence and strong analytical skills Excellent written and spoken English, knowledge of German is an advantage Experience with archival or field research is an asset Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team What we offer: Integration into an ambitious FWF-funded international research project Close supervision and structured mentoring by the PI Training in grant writing, academic publishing, and project management Opportunities to develop an interdisciplinary profile in security studies Support in career development and future academic applications A dynamic and collaborative research environment The employment duration is 4 years. 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. Salary according to the FWF salary rates (prae-doc level). How to apply: Please submit the following documents in a single PDF file: Motivation letter (max. 2-3 pages), outlining your research interests and how you would contribute to the project RE-SECURE Academic CV Writing sample (e.g., MA thesis or article manuscript) Contact details of two academic referees (name, institutional affiliation, email address) Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Dagmar Vorlicek dagmar.vorlicek@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: 06/30/2026

Department: Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation – Faculty of Medicine Deadline: 22 Jun 2026 Start date: 1. 9. 2026 Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling The Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University appoints a selection procedure for the position Assistant Professor of the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (with shorter working hours 4-12 hours per week) The Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation is an educational and research institution of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University. Provides teaching of study programs in non-medical fields. You can also learn more about us on our website, Facebook or Instagram. You can also learn more about us on our website, Facebook or Instagram. The workplace: Brno The scope of your work will be: Participation in theoretical and practical teaching at the department Preparation of study and teaching materials Membership in state final examination committees Involvement in the education of students in doctoral study programs Independent research and development activities, including publication and presentation of research results Participation in the organizational support of research and teaching activities, including related administrative tasks Required qualification: Completed university education in general medicine, or equivalent education attained abroad Completed education in a doctoral study program or specialized medical qualification in Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine or a related field in accordance with Act No. 95/2004 Coll. Teaching experience in the field of physiotherapy Professional experience in the field of rehabilitation medicine Ability to conduct independent professional and scientific work, including publication activity Ability to actively participate in international conferences or professional seminars Active command of the English language Excellent command of the Czech language, both spoken and written Proactive approach, initiative, and willingness to pursue further education Civic and moral integrity We offer: Background of a prestigious and successful institution. Work in an inspiring intellectual environment with a strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration. Opportunity to participate in teaching at a unique simulation center. Professional growth and opportunities for continuous education. Employee benefits (8 weeks of vacation, contribution to pension insurance, free vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis, and more). How to apply: Send your application by the above-written deadline - please use the link in the Electronic Application section (see below). Your application must include the following documents: a structured CV, an overview of scientific and publishing activities, photocopies of qualification papers and diplomas, contact information of at least two references (name, position, telephone number). After successfully sending your application, you will receive an automatic confirmation by e-mail. You can provide more information via e-mail: bobusova@med.muni.cz.