At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an
University assistant predoctoral
58 Centre for Translation Studies
Job vacancy starting: 10/01/2024 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited contract until: 09/30/2028
Job ID: 2240
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:
As a university assistant prae doc, you will complement the research team Socio-Cognitive Translation Studies (socotrans) of the Centre for Translation Studies and take over tasks in the area of research, teaching and administration.
Our research focuses on the social and cognitive aspects of translation, especially the interaction between translators, other relevant actors and technology. We use innovative methods to investigate processes, actors, networks and ressources and to gain insights into the current challenges and solutions of translation practice. We specialize in qualitative workplace and network research in analogue and digital environments.
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.
Your future tasks:
You actively participate in research, teaching and administration, which means:
- You are involved in research projects and scholarly studies in the area of socio-cognitive translation studies.
- We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
- You work on your dissertation and its completion.
- You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
- You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.
- You support the head of the research team in research, teaching and administration.
This is part of your personality:
- Completed Master's degree or Diploma in the field of translation and/or interpreting studies.
- Interest and experience in theories, models and methods in the area of socio-cognitive translation studies.
- Experience in academic writing, publishing and presentation.
- Experience in using qualitative research methods, esp. interviews and field observations.
- Didactic competences and experience with e-learning.
- IT user skills (e.g., MS Office, Citavi, MAXQDA).
- Knowledge of translation expertise research will be an asset.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and German and any further language.
- You should be a team player with high social and communicative skills.
- You should have excellent organizing skills and set high standards on your academic output.
- You should demonstrate special awareness of research ethics.
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 and 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 3578,80 (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!
It is that easy to apply:
- With your informative letter of intent and academic curriculum vitae
- With your summary of research interests and ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal
- Copy of your Master Degree or Diploma certificate
- List of publications, presentations and projects
- Via our job portal
If you have any questions, please contact:
Hanna Risku
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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.
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Application deadline: 04/26/2024
