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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. 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 34 Faculty of Law Startdate: 07.09.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 06.09.2030 Reference no.: 5715 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! Your personal sphere of influence: As a university assistant prae doc, you will complement/complete the research team around Univ.-Prof. Hon.-Prof. (UQ) Dr. Susanne Reindl-Krauskopf, for the duration of the absence of a colleague, and take over tasks like actively contributing to research and teaching as well as scientific publications and research activities at ALES - Austrian Center for Law Enforcement Sciences. The focus of our research is criminal law and criminology. Our Team currently consists of one post doc, three prae docs, one teaching assistant and one administrative colleagues. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: Contribution to research projects. Contribution to publications/scientific articles/scientific talks. Contribution to and independent teaching within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. Student assistance Contribution to the organisation of conferences and symposiums. Contribution to administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. Contribution to research center ALES. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. This is part of your personality: Completed Diploma, in the field of law Excellent knowledge of Austrian law Studie results above average, especially in criminal law Excellent command of written and spoken German (native speaker competence) Very good command of written and spoken English Independent and results responsible way of working Comprehensive IT user skills (at a minimum: MS Office) We expect interest in academic writing and research as well as in the development of criminal law including legal methodology Desireable skills: Didactic competences You should be a team player with high social skills Experience in legal practice through judicial clerkship, employment with a public authority or law firm, or a comparable professional activity. What we offer: Work-life balance: 30 hours per week; working hours 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 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 3.776,10 (on a full-time 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: Letter of motivation With your scientific curriculum vitae With your summary of research interests / doctoral project proposal ( if available) Diploma degree Degree certificates List of publications, evidence of teaching experience ( if available) Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button If you have any questions, please contact: Susanne Reindl-Krauskopf susanne.reindl@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: 06/11/2026 Prae Doc

Department: Lumír Krejčí Research Group – Faculty of Medicine Deadline: 7 Jul 2026 Start date: upon agreement Job type: full-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 Academic Researcher of the Department of Biology of the Faculty of Medicine MU - Lumír Krejčí Research Group (full time, with 40 hours per week) The Department of Biology is a top-tier research and educational facility at the Faculty of Medicine, providing both theoretical and practical instruction in medical biology for Czech and international students. The institute also coordinates the international Ph.D. program in Biomedical Sciences and serves as a prominent international center for excellence in biomedical research. Lumír Krejčí Research Group focuses on the mechanisms of homologous recombination and its role in maintaining genome stability, specifically in repairing fatal DNA damage and ensuring accurate replication. Using interdisciplinary methods, they investigate how defects in these processes lead to the development of cancer, infertility, or genetic diseases. You can also learn more about us on our website, Facebook or Instagram. The workplace: Brno, the Czech Republic The scope of your work will be: Independent research and development activities, including the publication and presentation of research results Share in the organizational provision of research and pedagogical activities, incl. related administration Participation in theoretical and practical teaching at the workplace Preparation of the study and teaching materials Membership in commissions for state final examinations Participation in the education of students in doctoral study programs Supervising undergraduate student theses Required qualification: University degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field obtained abroad. Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or Biochemistry Relevant publication record (supported by an overview of scientific and publishing activities). Proven research experience focusing on genome stability, DNA repair, and DNA replication. Experience working on national and international research projects. Teaching experience Several years of experience with relevant biochemical methods (purification of recombinant proteins, preparation of DNA substrates, enzymatic reactions; experience with phase separation studies is an advantage). International work or study experience (minimum of 2 years) Ability to actively participate in international conferences and professional seminars. Active proficiency in English. Excellent command of the Czech language, both written and spoken. Experience with scientific data analysis and basic programming skills. Proactive approach, initiative, and a willingness for further professional development. Integrity and a clean criminal record (moral and civic standing). We offer: Work in an inspiring intellectual environment Involvement in teaching in a unique simulation centre Professional growth and the possibility of continuous education employee benefits (8 weeks holiday, supplementary 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 from Mgr. Gabriela Pavlíková by e-mail: pavlikova@med.muni.cz

School: Academy of Future Education Department: Learning Institute for Future Excellence (LIFE) Position: Assistant/Associate/Senior Associate/Full Professor in Learning Science Location: Suzhou, China Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended ABOUT XJTLU In 2006 Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University – a top ten university in China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,000 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People’s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses. XJTLU is entering a new and exciting phase of its development as part of its strategic priorities for the next ten years. Adopting a new higher education model based on the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE), XJTLU is currently opening a new Entrepreneurial Education site in Taicang, part of wider Suzhou, where the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) is located. The Taicang site will be a pioneer of, and educational model for, the future campus in addressing challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Other new initiatives include new working partnerships with Xi’an Jiaotong University, the continued development of the four new Academies, and exploration of further potential locations to develop the SE model. With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from west and east. For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn. ABOUT ACADEMY OF FUTURE EDUCATION (AOFE) The Academy of Future Education of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is an educational innovation ecosystem that focuses on research, exploration, support, and dissemination of philosophy and best practices for future education. The core mission of the Academy is to impact education innovation and reform in China and beyond through a variety of projects and programmes, based on fundamental approaches in educational innovation and systemic development designed to contribute to the future of education. The Academy supports individuals and institutions at all levels, including all the K-15 schools as well as vocational education and higher education institutions. Four units make up the Academy, namely the Department of Educational Studies (EDS), Institute of Leadership & Education Advanced Development (ILEAD), and Educational Development Unit (EDU), Learning Institute for Future Excellence (LIFE). Key projects of the Academy include the following programmes: Master’s and doctoral degree programmes in education Research projects on future education Education innovation community Professional development programmes for educational practitioners Student learning excellence support programmes Online-onsite hybrid learning environment and resources. Learning Institute for Future Excellence (LIFE), as a university-level learning platform in the Academy of Future Education, is dedicated to the promotion and development of lifelong learning at XJTLU and in the wider community, as a response to opportunities and challenges of the future world. With this vision, LIFE’s support to students extends from pre-sessional stage through their whole university journey to their career development, covering their transition to the educational mode of XJTLU, transformation of learning styles and manners, and enhancement of global citizenship. The learning platforms and programmes offered by LIFE are customized to the interests and needs of students at different stages, with special focuses on social innovation and entrepreneurship, digital literacy, interdisciplinary learning, sustainability education, and so forth. All the platforms and programmes are grounded in the student-centred and research-led learning mode of XJTLU and endorsed by the cooperation with both internal units in the institution and external partners ranging from local enterprises to international organizations. In this way, LIFE strives to enhance students’ capabilities to become global citizens with lifelong learning capacity, and to make contributions to the wellbeing of the future world. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide strategic leadership to the university regarding enhancing students’ learning experience, and to AoFE and LIFE in programme and projects development for supporting and guiding high impact learning; Design and deliver teaching and learning projects and activities of lifelong learning education, including credit and non-credit modules at both UG and PG levels as well as optional programmes for XJTLU students and the wider community of learners; Advise on the designing and development of projects and activities of LIFE from the perspective of learning enhancement; Communicate and collaborate with colleagues and units at XJTLU and external partners for the development and delivery of lifelong learning education at different levels; Supervise PhD students and Master’s students from the programmes of Academy of Future Education; Conduct academic research in education, especially lifelong learning education; QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree in fields related to learning enhancement and learning science; Professional and rich experience of leading and supporting the enhancement of students’ learning at the higher education level; Strong academic record and background in research of learning enhancement; Rich experience of designing and delivering projects and activities of learning enhancement Rich experience of teaching at the university level with positive feedback from students and other stakeholders; Passion for working with the students by offering guidance and advice on the development of their capacity of lifelong learning; Workload expectation: 40% teaching, 40% practice or research, and 20% service CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas. Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China. CAREER DEVELOPMENT Clear career development path with annual review. Professional development trainings are provided. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SALARY: Competitive salary in the market BENEFITS Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as Housing allowance Travel allowance Kids’ education allowance Relocation allowance Etc. Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy) Paid holidays: Statutory Holidays (13 days) Annual Leave (34 days) Family Matters Leave Paid Sick Leave Marriage Leave Paternity Leave Parental Leave Etc. Working visa and residence permit in China: XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your application on our university website https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4123&company=xjtlu . Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of: A cover letter A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level Contact Details for Three References For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Head of LIFE, Ms. Angela Xia ling.xia@xjtlu.edu.cn. Informal enquiries may be addressed to HR at jia.xu@xjtlu.edu.cn.