Your personal sphere of play:The Department of Sociology at the University of Vienna, a vital unit within the Faculty of Social Sciences, welcomes applications for a Post Doctoral position in an ERC Advanced Grant project centred on the role of emotion in public debate on loneliness, privacy, radicalisation and social isolation under the guidance of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Anna Durnova, Ph.D.This position is offered in the framework of the ERC Advanced Grant project LONERS "Loneliness, Emotions, and Regulation: Understanding Institutions through Privacy". As a Post Doctoral researcher, you will become a member of the Research Team of Anna Durnova, situated at the Department of Sociology. The team's primary mission is to develop theoretical concepts and analytical tools to understand better current societal polarization, among which loneliness is seen as a crucial area. A special focus of the international team is given to interpretive social research and social research on emotions. Additional methodological focus is welcome.The project:"Loneliness, Emotions, and Regulation: Understanding Institutions through Privacy" (LONERS) is funded by the European Research Council as an Advanced Grant. Within the LONERS project we aim to explore the relationship between loneliness, privacy, and emotions to help institutions better respond to citizens' emotional needs. Going beyond conventional views of privacy, it will identify key moments of intervention that respect citizens' privacy. By examining how loneliness interacts with societal values and norms, the project seeks to outline a framework for balancing privacy concerns with citizens well-being.Your future tasks:Active participation in research and project coordination assistance which means:You build up an independent research profile in the field of political sociology and emotion research.You will independently plan and execute empirical research within the scope of the ERC project outlined earlier.You are involved in related research project and scientific studies in the area of radicalisation, social isolation and loneliness.You publish internationally and give lectures.You apply for theme-related projects and raise further third-party funds.You mentor students and junior members of the LONERS project.You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance. You participate in a research project and in scientific studies in the field of political sociology developing your own research interests.You participate in national and international conferences and project meetings. You will write scientific publications. Your tasks will involve literature review, finetuning of analytical schemes to address the political force of emotions and supporting the coordinator in the elaboration of reports, as well as social impact activities. You will be part of the Faculty of Social Sciences, benefiting from an extensive network of excellent researchers. Active involvement in ongoing research conducted by the research team of Anna Durnova is encouraged. This is part of your personality:Strong interest in exploring sociology of emotions and political sociology research topics theoretically and empirically.Strong interest in research on loneliness, politics of emotions in the context of radicalisation, social isolation and polarisation.PhD in sociology or related disciplines.Outstanding dissertation.Proficiency in social science qualitative research methods.A keen interest in acquiring advanced skills in discourse analysis and social network analysis.Experience with scientific writing and presenting. Further project-relevant writing skills are an asset.Excellent command of written and spoken English.While not mandatory, proficiency in an additional foreign language (notably Italian, Dutch) is a definite asset, due to the international character of the project.Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within an interdisciplinary team.Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media.Experience in research management.Team player and high social/communicative skills. What we offer:The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 3 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.Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).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 in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from - free of charge.Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4.932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 4 years increases if we can credit professional experience.Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply:With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent.With your list of publications.With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.).Doctoral Degree.Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters.Via our job portal/ Apply now - button.Bei inhaltlichen Fragen kontaktieren Sie bitte:Anna Pospech Durnova freuen uns über neue Persönlichkeiten in unserem Team! Die Universität Wien betreibt eine antidiskriminatorische Anstellungspolitik und legt Wert auf Chancengleichheit, Frauenförderung und Diversität. Wir streben eine Erhöhung des Frauenanteils beim wissenschaftlichen und allgemeinen Universitätspersonal insbesondere in Leitungsfunktionen an und fordern daher qualifizierte Frauen ausdrücklich zur Bewerbung auf. Bei gleicher Qualifikation werden Frauen vorrangig aufgenommen. Universität Wien. Raum für Persönlichkeiten. Seit 1365.DatenschutzerklärungBewerbungsfrist: 02.02.2026 filter3 custAlternativeApplyURL Jetzt bewerben weniger ansehen

Your workplace:As a postdoctoral researcher, you will become part of Prof. Katharina Kraus' research team. The team conducts research in the history of philosophy, roughly from the seventeenth to the twentieth century. The team's research currently focuses on Immanuel Kant's transcendental philosophy and its reception in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, women philosophers in the German tradition, and philosophy of life and phenomenology. Systematic research interests include topics in philosophy of mind, epistemology, and philosophy of science, as well as ethics and philosophy of action.Further information can be found here future tasks:We expect you to actively participate in research, teaching, and administration at the Department of Philosophy and in Prof. Katharina Kraus's research team. This involves the following:You produce excellent research in philosophy.You take part in and help organizing research activities such as reading groups, workshops, visiting talks.You publish in peer-reviewed journals and give research presentations.You apply for third-party funding for your research.You prepare and complete a habilitation (if this is beneficial to your career)You contribute to teaching within the BA and MA philosophy programs by independently teaching courses to the extent to which you are required according to the collective bargaining agreement (4 SWS).You supervise students in your areas of competence.You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance.You take on administrative and organizational tasks. Your profile:Required:Completed doctoral studies in history of philosophy (the doctoral thesis must be submitted by the application deadline)Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or with presses (appropriate for the career stage)Research interests in at least one of the following fields: history of modern philosophy, including philosophy of the Enlightenment (seventeenth and eighteenth centuries), philosophical traditions of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, women philosophers and other marginalized figures in the history of philosophyTeaching experienceExcellent knowledge of English (C1)Knowledge of German or willingness to acquire proficiency within 2 yearsOrganizational skills and willingness to organize events, including reading groups, talks, workshopsAbility to work in a teamDesirable:Teaching competence in the history of philosophy is highly desirableNote that many courses at the University of Vienna are taught in English, so knowledge of German is not strictly required. However, knowledge of German is highly desirable What we offer:Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).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 in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from - free of charge.Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4.932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 3 years (renewable for another 3 years to 6 years in total) increases if we can credit professional experience.Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! In order to apply, please submit the following:A letter of motivationYour academic CVA list of your publications and proof of teaching experience (if available)Two article-length writing samples or publicationsA summary of your research interests and plans (max. 2 pages)Degree certificates and transcriptsContact details of three persons who can provide letters of reference (letters will be requested for longlisted candidates only)Via our job portal/ Apply now - buttonIf you have any questions, please contact:Univ.-Prof. Katharina Kraus, 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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women's representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.Data protection Application deadline: 01/30/2026 Post Doc Apply now weniger ansehen

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