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

Your personal sphere of play:Your future position will be at the Institute of Sport and Movement Science in the Department of Sports Medicine, Performance Physiology and Prevention.There are collaborations with the Austrian Institute for Sports Medicine (ÖISM) and the Medical University of Vienna (MUW), through which the ÖISM acts as a research centre for MedUni Vienna and which also enables rotations with various departments at MedUni Vienna.Our institute is equipped with modern devices for diagnostic testing in sports medicine, internal medicine, cardiology and sports science (including resting ECG, 3-channel and 12-channel long-term ECG, long-term blood pressure measurement, spirometry, body plethysmography, stress ECG, 2D and 3D echocardiography with scientific workstation, dynamic stress echocardiography, bicycle, treadmill and rowing ergometry, lactate and mobile blood gas analysis, spiroergometry, strength diagnostics and equipment for medical training therapy).Your future tasks:You will actively participate in research, teaching and administration, which means:• You will develop an independent research profile in the field of sports medicine, performance physiology and prevention.• You will participate in research projects and scientific studies.• You will publish internationally and give lectures.• You will apply for projects and raise third-party funding.• You will independently hold courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement.• You will supervise your students in your subject areas.• You will participate in evaluation measures and quality assurance.• You will take on administrative tasks in research and teaching. This is part of your personality:Completed degree in human medicine with completed dissertation or completed PhD degree.It is desirable for medical professionals to have completed basic training.Experience in the application of quantitative research methods and in managing project staff.Basic knowledge of examination and testing procedures in sports medicine.Teaching skills/experience in e-learning.IT skills. (Office package)Knowledge of German at level C2 and English at level C1 is desirable.Team player with strong social and communication skills. What we offer:Inspiring working environment: You will be part of an international team with excellent research infrastructure. Collegial cooperation and mutual support are very important in our interdisciplinary team.Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal training and coaching: We offer you ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic gross salary of EUR 4,932.90 (on a 40 h /week basis, 14 x per year) increases if we can take your professional experience into account.Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional personality to the team! It is that easy to apply:Cover letter with CVWith your list of publicationsWith a summary of your main areas of research (max. 1 page)Contact details of referencesNotification of completed dissertation or completed doctorate/PhD studies in the field of human medicineVia our job portal/Apply now buttonIf you have any content questions, please contact:Jürgen 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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff 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 protectionApplication deadline: 12/29/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY) Post Doc Apply now weniger ansehen

Your workplace:As a doctoral researcher, you will become part of Prof. Katharina Kraus's 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 duties will include active participation in research, teaching and administration at the Department of Philosophy in the area of history of philosophy. The main focus of the position is on the completion of a dissertation on a topic that falls within the range of the research group.The duration of the contract at the time of employment is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not submit a declaration of non-extension within the first 12 months.Your future tasks:You 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 work on your dissertation and its completion.You are involved in research projects, conferences, research organization tasks and teaching.We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12 to 18 months.You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.You supervise students in your area(s) of competence and you help with conducting examinations.You contribute to the organization and content of conferences, publications, and academic projects.You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching as well as in the department. Your profile:Required:Completed Master's degree (or equivalent) in philosophyOutstanding achievements in your previous studiesThorough knowledge of (at least one area of) the history of philosophyHigh level of written and oral communication skillsExcellent command of written and spoken EnglishIT skills, especially in the area of word processing, PowerPoint, study administration programs and e-learning programsOrganizational and teamwork skillsYou should be a team player with high social skillsDesirable:Initial experience in academic work and research organizationTeaching experience and experience with e-learningKnowledge of university procedures and structuresKnowledge of other areas of philosophy, including other historical periods and areas of analytic philosophyExperience abroadKnowledge of German or willingness to acquire German language skills within 3 years that are sufficient for teaching in BA programs and for participation in university committees What we offer:Work-Life-Balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. 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 is easily accessible by public transport.Internal further training & Coaching: We offer you ongoing opportunities to expand and deepen your skills.Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (on a full-time basis, 40h) increases if we can credit professional experience.Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! In order to apply, please submit the following:Your academic CV and a letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)A list of your publications and proof of teaching experience (if available)A short summary of a dissertation project (900 words, including bullet-point outline and preliminary bibliography with the most important sources for the dissertation project)Certificate and transcripts for completed master's degree (or equivalent)Contact details of at least two people who can provide letters of recommendation on request (these will be requested for shortlisted 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 Prae Doc Apply now weniger ansehen

Your personal sphere of influence:The prae-doc will join the group of University Professor Sarah R Davies, which focuses on Technosciences, Materiality, and Digital Cultures and which studies the digital as material practice in contexts in which technoscience is created or negogiated. Your planned research should fall under this theme. The Department of Science and Technology Studies is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. Science and Technology Studies is a social science field with a strong interdisciplinary orientation that analyses the interactions of science, technology, and society. The department offers the English language master program 'Science, Technology, Society', as well as a number of course formats for other programs.The position is advertised to the extent of 30 hours/week (75%) for a period of four years. The anticipated start date is in October 2026.Your future tasks:The successful candidate will work on a PhD dissertation, participate in research activities of the group and department, and contribute to the organisation of the department and its teaching. You will:Design and carry out your PhD research;Collaborate with colleagues and participate in department seminars and research activities;Present your research at national and international conferences, meetings, and symposia;Teach courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement;Contribute to the organisation of department activities and processes. This is part of your personality:You have a university degree (Master or equivalent) in Science and Technology Studies (STS) or in another field, if the applicant can provide evidence of significant prior experience in Science and Technology Studies;You have knowledge of the theories and methods of STS;You can demonstrate the ability to successfully plan, conduct, and write up research;You are motivated to contribute to innovative interdisciplinary teaching;You have excellent proficiency in English. Proficiency in German (or readiness to acquire it) is an advantage;You are interested in team work and collective research activities;You have excellent organisational skills and the capacity to make long-term plans;You are reliable and well organised. What we offer:A lively, active, and internationally oriented STS environment;Mentorship and a commitment to supportive supervision that helps you realise your research;Team culture with regular opportunities to exchange and socialise;Emphasis on work-life balance and on healthy research culture;Support and training through participation in the Vienna Doctoral School of Social Sciences;Opportunities for internal training and coaching as well as enhancement of personal skills from the University of Vienna;The basic monthly gross salary for this advertised position currently (2025) is € 3.714,80 (full time) and will be paid 14 times a year for a period of four years (i.e., the duration of the contract). The basic salary increases if we can credit prior professional experience;Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment is automatically extended to four years if the employer does not terminate it within the first twelve months by submitting a non-extension declaration. It is that easy to apply:Curriculum Vitae; Letter of motivation specifying your capacities in the above mentioned areas of work;Transcripts of prior academic studies; A 3-5 page outline of your proposed PhD project in Science and Technology Studies on a topic relating to Technosciences, Materiality, and Digital Cultures;A list of five key references that you think should be covered in an introductory course to Science and Technology Studies at a bachelor level, including a brief (two sentence) justification per reference;Names and contact details of two referees.If you have any content questions, please contact:Sarah 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 protectionApplication deadline: 01/25/2026 Prae Doc Apply now weniger ansehen