Job position and department´s overview
Modul University Vienna is seeking an outstanding scholar for a Senior Researcher position (PostDoc) for its Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS Institute} to conduct research in the area of international relations, international politics and international security. This position also provides opportunities to take leadership roles in various strategic fields of the new institute (e.g. development of the Modul University Vienna Start-up Hub).
Further information
This is a full‐time, indefinite contract position where applicants are prepared to work 40 hours per week (with overtime hours). The initial salary is EUR 108,000 before taxes (plus approx. 30% Arbeitgeberanteil = contribution to the social security and pension fund paid by the employer according to Austrian Law), with additional remuneration for extra teaching or supervision of theses. The position remains open until filled; the review of applications will commence immediately after the announcement. Earliest starting date: 1 April 2025.
Please submit your complete application (in English; preferably as a single PDF file) on Personio:
- Brief motivation letter indicating why you believe yourself being suitable for this position.
- Curriculum vitae including ORCID and details of professional, teaching and research experience (if applicable).
- Teaching portfolio and a concept of your teaching approach.
- Teaching evaluations.
- Research portfolio and a list of the five most important peer-reviewed publications (if applicable).
For questions related to this position, please contact Prof. Zoltan Acs (zoltan.acs@modul.ac.at).
About us
Modul University Vienna is an international private university and offers cutting-edge education at BBA, BSc, MSc, MBA and PhD levels. Students and staff come from over 70 countries around the world, providing for a multicultural and diverse work environment.As an employer, Modul University Vienna offers:
- Opportunities to work from home
- Flexible working hours
- International and dynamic team
- Personal and professional development
- Independent working environment
- Public transport ticket
Modul University Vienna is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to equality and diversity that does not discriminate on the basis of, among other factors, age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender or gender expression, national origin, race, sexual orientation, or social class. We especially encourage women and people who belong minority groups to apply and welcome all applications that can contribute to a diverse working culture.
