The University for Continuing Education Krems is a distinguished institution that specializes in providing academic continuing education. As a public university, it employs its expertise in teaching and research to address pertinent societal issues and customizes its study programs accordingly. With a diverse post-graduate student community of 8,000 individuals from 99 countries, the University combines its extensive experience in university-based continuing education with innovative approaches to provide exceptional quality in research and teaching on a global scale. The picturesque Campus Krems, situated in the World Heritage region of Wachau, is just 80 km from Vienna and offers a highly desirable location that adds to the university's appeal.
The Department for Legal Studies and International Relations at the Faculty of Business and Globalisation (Department for Legal Studies and International Relations) at the University for Continuing Education Krems is currently looking for a postdoctoral researcher for a position as an:
30-40 hrs./week
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General job description
Sustainability is one of the major issues of our time. The Department of Legal Studies and International Relations aims to establish a scientific focus on the area of ”Corporate Sustainability” and to build a center that focuses on integrated and interdisciplinary research addressing all facets of corporate sustainability. The focus is on economic success while protecting the biophysical foundations and achieving societal goals.
Your responsibilities and profile
The responsibilities of the assistant professor include supporting the establishment of the center on “Corporate Sustainability” and the dedicated representation of the field in research, teaching, and development. The future job holder should have a background of economics, management, or legal studies with demonstrated collaborations with other disciplines such as environmental sciences, or other social sciences. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to establish an own working group in this area. Leadership experience would be advantageous, as the assistant professor will take on a leading role in the center. The assistant professor is expected to develop national and international networks in this field. They will be developing their own research agenda, which will typically be of an inter- and/or transdisciplinary nature.
Desirable scientific expertise should include
The University for Continuing Education Krems is committed to supporting the successful candidate during the qualification period of four to six years. We will provide the necessary resources and opportunities to meet the requirements of the qualification agreement and obtain a tenured Associate Professorship. As such, the position of Assistant Professor is initially limited to four to six years, depending on the nature of the appointment. For part-time positions, the duration of the role is limited to six years.
The remuneration for this Assistant Professorship will be EUR 5,595.60 gross per month on a full-time basis § 49 VwGr. A2, Kollektivvertrag der Universitäten (collective agreement of universities).
Higher salary may be agreed upon, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. The successful candidate may work part-time (minimum 30 hours per week) and will be awarded a permanent position as an Associate Professor after the successful completion of the qualification agreement within the given time frame.
The University provides an innovative and modern working environment including the possibility for remote and mobile work, with excellent opportunities for further education through our own study programs. Our workplace health promotion and the University Sports Institute (USI) offer extensive wellness options.
Please note that all documents must be submitted in English. In addition to the standard application materials such as CV, motivational letter, and degree certificates, applicants are required to submit the following documents:
We look forward to receiving your complete application package via bewerbung@donau-uni.ac.at by 14.11.2024.
Please use the template of the application abstract, which can be downloaded at:
Professorships - University for Continuing Education Krems (donau-uni.ac.at)
Individuals with disabilities who fulfil the necessary qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. At the University of Krems, we recognize the innovative potential of a diverse workforce and are dedicated to upholding diversity as a core principle.
If you have further questions, please contact Stefanie Vollgruber (e-mail address: stefanie.vollgruber@donau-uni.ac.at, telephone number: +43 2732 893-5535)
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