Work where science meets quality of life: The University of Klagenfurt is a dynamic and internationally oriented university in the heart of the Alps-Adriatic region. With around 1,700 employees and 13,000 students, we combine an excellent research climate, innovative teaching, and an open, appreciative culture. Our core values – equality, diversity, health, sustainability, and the compatibility of work and family – shape our daily interactions.
The following position will be filled at the
Department of Society, Knowledge and Politics
at the Faculty of Social Sciences
with an anticipated starting date of
April 1, 2027 :
Assistant Professor (postdoc) with QA option (tenure track) at the intersection of science and technology studies and migration research (all genders welcome)
Level of employment : 100 % (40 hours/week)
Minimum salary : € 70,200.20 per annum (gross); classification according to collective agreement: B1 lit.b
Limited to:
6 years (with the option of transitioning to a permanent contract)
Reference code : 527/26
Your responsibilities – what awaits you
independent teaching using established and innovative methods (e.g. digital teaching)
supervision of students
participation in organisational and administrative tasks and in quality assurance measures
contribution to expanding the international scientific and cultural contacts of the organisational unit
Your profile
Completed doctoral studies in a relevant subject area (e.g. science and technology studies, sociology), completed with good results at a domestic or foreign university
Experience in the acquisition and running of highly competitive third-party funded projects of a significant volume
Strong publication record at the intersection of science and technology studies and migration research
International research experience and strong international network
Profound knowledge on the intersections of science and technology studies, critical migration/border studies, and social movements scholarship
Excellent scientific communication and dissemination skills
Didactic competence and proven successful teaching experience
Excellent spoken and written English
This distinguishes you additionally
Interdisciplinary experience and competence
Gender mainstreaming and diversity management skills
Leadership and teamwork skills
Willingness to learn German within two years
Why you will enjoy working with us
This tenure track position includes the option of negotiating a qualification agreement in accordance with Section 27 of the collective agreement for university staff for the areas of research, independent teaching, management and administrative tasks, and experience gained externally (QA). The employment contract is concluded for the position as Assistant Professor (postdoc) with QA option and stipulates a starting salary of € 5,014.30 gross per month (14 times a year; previous experience deemed relevant to the job can be recognised in accordance with the collective agreement). Upon entering into the qualification agreement, the position shall be classified as an Assistant Professorship with a minimum gross salary € 5,904 per month. Upon fulfilling the stipulations of the qualification agreement, the post-holder shall be promoted to tenured Associate Professor with a minimum gross salary € 6,389.50 per month.
Work where it works best for you
– thanks to
flexible working hours
and
remote options
Team spirit meets diversity
– bring your individual background into our dedicated team
Sustainably mobile
–
your workplace
is on our green campus and
easily accessible by public transport
Personal and professional
development
through diverse offers
Numerous attractive additional benefits
– including non-working days on December 24, December 31, and Good Friday, and a company pension contribution
Family-friendly and health-promoting university culture
- Our family services support staff with questions around childcare, compatibility, and family life and offers flexible care and holiday programmes. At the same time, we strengthen health and well-being with a diverse sports, massage, and preventive care programme – see https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/
The University of Klagenfurt strives to increase the proportion of women in all areas where they are underrepresented and expressly encourages qualified women to apply. In case of equal qualifications, women will be given preference. The University of Klagenfurt is committed to anti-discrimination, equal opportunities, and diversity. People with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses who meet the required qualification criteria are expressly encouraged to apply.
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Assistant Professor (postdoc) with QA option (tenure track) (all genders welcome) in Klagenfurt Arbeitgeber: Universität Klagenfurt
Die Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der eine dynamische und innovative Arbeitsumgebung bietet, in der wissenschaftliche Exzellenz und interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit gefördert werden. Mit einem klaren Fokus auf die Unterstützung des wissenschaftlichen Nachwuchses und attraktiven Forschungsbedingungen ermöglicht die Universität ihren Mitarbeitenden, sich sowohl fachlich als auch persönlich weiterzuentwickeln. Zudem profitieren Sie von einer lebendigen Kultur, die den Austausch zwischen alpiner und mediterraner Tradition schätzt und fördert.
