The University of Klagenfurt, with approximately 1,500 employees and over 12,000 students, is located in the Alps-Adriatic region and consistently achieves excellent placements in rankings. The motto “per aspera ad astra” underscores our firm commitment to the pursuit of excellence in all activities in research, teaching and university management. The principles of equality, diversity, health, sustainability and compatibility of work and family life serve as the foundation for our work at the university. The University of Klagenfurt is pleased to announce the following open position at the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Technical Sciences with an expected starting date of October 1, 2024:
Senior Scientist (postdoc) (all genders welcome)
Level of employment: 100 % (40 hours/week) Minimum salary: € 66,532.20 per annum (gross); classification according to collective agreement: B1 lit.b Limited to: initially for a limited period of one year, with the option of transitioning to a permanent contract Application deadline: August 7, 2024 Reference code: 466/24 Area of responsibility
Independent research and further scientific qualification
Acquisition of third-party funding
Independent delivery of courses 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 contacts of the Department of Mathematics
Participation in public relations activities
Requirements
Doctoral degree in Mathematics (or equivalent) at a domestic or foreign recognized post-secondary education institution
A strong background in algebra and number theory at the level of Habilitation, demonstrated by relevant journal publications and talks at relevant conferences
Embeddedness in the international research community in algebra and number theory
Experience in applications for and running of third-party funded projects
Didactic competence and broad teaching experience at higher education institutions using established and innovative methods (e.g. digital teaching)
Experience in the (co-)supervision of academic theses
Fluency in English
Desired skills
Scientific curiosity and enthusiasm for imparting knowledge
Gender mainstreaming and diversity management skills
Applicants are expected to be able to teach in German after at most two years. Additional information Our offer: The employment contract is concluded with an entry-level salary of € 4,752.30 gross per month (14 times per year; crediting of job-specific previous experience in accordance with the collective agreement is possible). The University of Klagenfurt also offers:
Personal and professional advanced training courses, management and career coaching
Diversity- and family-friendly university culture
The opportunity to live and work in the attractive Alps-Adriatic region with a wide range of leisure activities in the spheres of culture, nature and sports