Join The Cori as Administrative Director and Co-CEO (f/m/x) Giulio Superti-Furga has been appointed as Founding Scientific Director, and the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW) is now searching for an outstanding Administrative Director. This is a founding leadership role with full responsibility as CEO for administration, finance, operations, and institutional development. The institute operates under a dual leadership model (Vier-Augen-Prinzip); Administrative Director and Scientific Director are jointly responsible for strategy and execution. Both Directors report to the Presiding Committee of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Co-lead the institute in close partnership with the Scientific Director Build and manage all administrative functions (finance, HR, legal, procurement, infrastructure) Develop and oversee budgets, financial planning, and reporting Ensure compliance with labour law and public procurement regulations Establish and oversee lab safety, regulatory compliance, and data protection frameworks Establish efficient, service-oriented structures that actively enable research excellence Build strong HR and international on- and offboarding systems, recognising people as the institute's key asset Support translational activity and technology transfer, including partnerships and IP-aware processes Manage the transition into permanent research facilities Interface with funders, auditors, and public stakeholders Your profile 7-10+ years of leadership experience in administration or management Proven expertise in budgeting, finance, and organisational leadership Experience within the research, academic, or innovation environment Understanding of research funding systems (grants, fellowships, institutional funding) Fundamental knowledge of labour law and public procurement regulations Familiarity with compliance frameworks, including lab safety and data protection High integrity, reliability, and professionalism Fluency in English and German Your benefits A unique opportunity to co-build and co-lead a new international research institute Significant autonomy and responsibility in a founding phase A purpose-driven, dynamic, interdisciplinary, and international environment The opportunity to define a new model for research organisations Partner and collaborate with top scientists and future leaders Competitive salary of 120.000 EUR gross per year, based on qualification and experience, and benefits package Giulio Superti-Furga is one of Europe's leading biomedical scientists and a highly experienced research leader. As Founding Director of CeMM, the Research Center for Molecular Medicine of the Austrian Academy of Sciences in Vienna, which he led for two decades as Scientific Director and co-CEO, he built an internationally recognized institute at the interface of biology, medicine, and data science, widely regarded as a model for modern biomedical research in Europe. He also served in a leadership role within the EU-LIFE alliance of leading European life science institutes, contributing for several years to the development and dissemination of best practices in research organization and governance. Beyond academia, he has co-founded five biotechnology companies, actively contributing to the translation of scientific discoveries into therapeutic innovation. Your application You have the ambition and drive to help build The Cori into an internationally visible lighthouse for modern, high-performance research, guided by uncompromising standards of excellence? You have a talent in finding compliant and effective ways to realise ambitious goals? You are commitment to training, mentorship, and international talent development?You want to enable science and empower researchers with your organisational skills? Please apply by 15.6.2026 Submit a cover letter explaining your strengths and qualifications in relation to the open position, your CV, and the contact details of 2 referees. Apply online: The ÖAW/Cori, is an inclusive employer. They value diversity and strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background, race, gender, or personal identity. The working language at The Cori is English. Potential Hearing Date: 3.7.2026 Preferred Starting Date: September 2026 weniger ansehen

logo Head of Academic Affairs Full Time (40 h/w) Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria / Home Office possible EUR 115,000 gross/year (All-In) Your Responsibilities Academic Affairs at ISTA plays a central role in advancing scientific excellence and shaping the Institute's academic environment. The division supports the full academic lifecycle: from faculty recruitment and evaluations to Graduate School management, postdoctoral development, research integrity, and academic governance. As ISTA continues its ambitious growth trajectory and international positioning, we are looking for an experienced leader to guide the operational development of Academic Affairs within one of Europe's leading research institutes. Lead, coordinate, and further develop the Division Academic Affairs ( 35 colleagues among 3 teams), including the Graduate School Office Ensure high-quality operational management, supervision, and coordination of the division's activities, services and projects Further develop and steer institutional services, training opportunities, and career development initiatives across the full academic lifecycle, including faculty, postdoctoral researchers, scientific visitors, and PhD students Oversee and coordinate faculty recruitment and evaluation procedures, including professorial searches, tenure procedures, scientific evaluations, and selected institutional programs and fellowships Drive the continuous development and implementation of academic governance frameworks, academic policies and procedures, including areas such as research integrity, ethics, and responsible conduct of research Drive organizational development initiatives within Academic Affairs, including process optimization, standardization, digitalization, and cross-unit collaboration Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, and solution-driven culture within the division and across interfaces with scientific and administrative units Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the Institute's Management on all academic matters Represent ISTA in relevant national and international networks and collaborations in higher education and research management Your Profile University degree, ideally PhD, and substantial professional experience in academic management, science administration, or higher education leadership Strong understanding of and passion for academic governance, faculty affairs, graduate education and research environments Proven leadership experience in an international environment Strong operational management capabilities combined with strategic thinking and implementation strength Demonstrated experience in coordinating complex institutional processes and stakeholder environments Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with institutional leadership, committees, scientists, and administrative teams across disciplines Collaborative, pragmatic, and service-oriented mindset with a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and reliability Ability to balance operational excellence with long-term institutional development Excellent command of written and spoken English; ability to communicate and operate professionally in German ISTA is growing. Grow with us! Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. ISTA promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, free of discrimination. All employment decisions at ISTA are based on job requirements, qualifications, merit and organizational needs. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Your benefits Education & training Cafeteria Childcare Free shuttle bus Multiple health offers Pension insurance Apply now This position comes with possible overpayment depending on education, qualification and work experience. For more information on how ISTA processes your personal data, please refer to weniger ansehen