University assistant predoctoral (Urban Studies)

at  Universitt Wien

At the University of Vienna, a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, passionately pursuing 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

• Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:
• You develop and complete a paper-based dissertation on an innovative topic related to urban sustainability transformations
• You sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12-18 months
• You participate in teaching activities of the Urban Studies Working Group and conduct independent teaching of courses as defined by the University of Vienna’s collective agreement (2SWS on average per semester), including supervision of students
• You participate in scientific studies, research projects, publications and other academic activities of the Urban Studies Working Group
• You participate in the preparation of research proposals and the acquisition of third-party funding
• You contribute to curricula activities, taking on coordination tasks (e.g. workshop organization, excursions)
• You undertake administrative responsibilities and science communication
• You participate in science management, including third mission activities, e.g. the organization of workshops, conferences, symposiums etc. with (non-)academic stakeholders.