University Assitant (praedoc) - Completion Contract

Univie; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 41.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Work-life balance

Partial remote work

Internal training & coaching

Fair salary

Zusammenfassung

The University of Vienna is seeking a University Assistant (praedoc) on a Completion Contract within the Doctoral School of Ecology and Evolution. The role focuses on completing and submitting the dissertation while engaging in research, teaching, and administration.

You will work with your supervisor to prioritise tasks, participate in workshops, and benefit from internal training and coaching in a dynamic international academic setting.

Qualifikationen

• Above-average Master degree or equivalent in a field relevant for the position.
• Excellent academic and study record with timely progress reports or publications.
• High motivation to complete doctoral studies within the expected timeframe.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English at C1 level.

Aufgaben

• Complete and submit your dissertation.
• Meet with your supervisor regularly to prioritise tasks and obtain support.
• Seek additional training, coaching or workshops when needed.

Kenntnisse

English (C1)

Ausbildung

Master degree or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

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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 Assitant (praedoc) - Completion Contract

50 Faculty of Life Sciences

Job ID:6102

Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be More than 7,500 academics at the University of Vienna thrive on continuous exploration and curiosity and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

The Doctoral School of Ecology and Evolution (https://vds-ecology-evolution.univie.ac.at/ ) provides a cutting-edge scientific training for doctoral candidates in all fields of Ecology and Evolution studies. It aims at attracting excellent students from all over the world and guides them towards research at the forefront of Ecology and Evolution studies in a vibrant and dynamic community in the heart of Europe.

The Doctoral School offers an up to 4-months Completion Contract open to all PhD-candidates of the VDSEE. This means that you can apply for the completion grant regardless of whether or not you've had a contract with the University of Vienna before. This Completion Contract aims to support a highly qualified fellow in the final phase of their doctoral studies. The recipient will be employed as University Assistants (praedoc).

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• Your main task is to complete and to submit your dissertation.
• You meet and consult with your supervisor(s) on a regular basis in order to priorities your tasks and get the necessary support to complete your dissertation successfully in time.
• You actively seek support (workshops, training, coaching etc.) if necessary.

This is part of your personality:

• Above-average Master degree or equivalent in a field of study relevant for the respective position.
• Excellent academic and study record (e.g. FÖP within one year, annual submission of progress reports; outstanding publication record etc.).
• High level of motivation and commitment to succesfully complete your doctoral studies within the anticipated time frame.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 Level)
• Collaborative, team-minded and pro-active attitude.
• High level of written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with the structures of the University of Vienna.

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.

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 everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

Depending on the progress of the dissertation, the contract duration may range from two to a maximum of four months. The exact duration will be communicated to the applicant(s) after successful completion of the selection process. An extension of the contract is not possible.

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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.

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