the Department of Science, Technology & Society Studies at AAU Klagenfurt
invites applications for a Tenure Track Professorship in Science,
Technology and Society Studies (f/m)
This is a full-time position (initial employment limited to 6 years) with
the option of negotiating a so-called qualification agreement (Assistant
Professor, tenure track). Upon fulfilling the qualification agreement, the
position is promoted to tenured Associate Professor (permanent employment).
Deadline for applications: 8 January 2020; planned start of employment: 1
April 2020.



Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt invites applications for a
Tenure Track Professorship in Science, Technology and Society
Studies (f/m)
at the Department of Science, Technology & Society Studies (Faculty of
Interdisciplinary
Studies).
The University of Klagenfurt is a young, lively, innovative university
located in the Austrian
province of Carinthia, a meeting point of three cultures. The University is
Carinthia’s largest
academic institution and a hub for the Alps-Adriatic region in terms of
knowledge acquisition,
exchange and transfer (for more information please visit our website:
www.aau.at/en/jobs/information).
The 2020 Times Higher Education World University Ranking
lists AAU in the rank groups 301-350 (overall) and 176-200 (Social
Sciences), respectively.
The University of Klagenfurt plans to strengthen its Science, Technology &
Society research group
(https://www.aau.at/en/sts/) with a tenure track
position. This is a full-time position (initial
employment limited to 6 years) with the option of negotiating a so-called
qualification agreement
(Assistant Professor, tenure track). Upon fulfilling the qualification
agreement, the position is
promoted to tenured Associate Professor (permanent employment). Scheduled
starting date is 1
April 2020.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Independent research in the field of Science, Technology & Society Studies,
including one
or more of the following research areas: digitization; bio-economy;
sustainability;
governance of research, technology and innovation; societal transformation;
Further development of the candidate’s scientific qualification to the
level required for
an associate professorship (i.e. habilitation);
Grant acquisition and management of research projects (national and
international);
Publications in international journals (peer-reviewed) and active
participation in national
and international conferences;
Teaching, examination, and supervision of students;
Administrative and organizational activities;
Supporting the advancement of young scientists;
Contribution to the national and international scientific network of the
department.
Required Qualifications
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Excellent doctorate / PhD in a social science discipline (for example
Sociology, Political
Science);
Profound knowledge in social science theories and methods, in particular in
Science,
Technology & Society Studies;
Experiences in grant application and the management of research projects;
Publications in international peer-reviewed journals and with renowned
publishing
houses;
Teaching experience at university level and didactic competence;
Excellent English skills (speaking and writing).
Candidates must meet the required qualifications by 8 January 2020 at the
latest.Desired Qualifications
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Relevant international experience (e.g. study abroad, research, training,
employment);
Research activities in the following areas: digitization; bio-economy;
sustainability;
governance of research, technology and innovation; and / or societal
transformation;
Experience in the organization of scientific workshops and symposia;
Experience in the development of study programs and innovative teaching
formats;
Membership in the international scientific community of Science, Technology
& Society
Studies;
Communication and presentation skills; experience in addressing various
publics
(academic and non-academic)
Ability to work independently and in teams.
German language skills are not a prerequisite, but it is expected that the
successful candidate
will acquire working level fluency in German within two years. The nature
of the position
requires the successful candidate to relocate to the Klagenfurt region.
Salary and Application
The minimum gross salary for this position is € 53,255 per annum (§ 27
Uni-KV B1 lit b,
www.aau.at/en/uni-kv), €
62,978 after promotion to Assistant Professor (§ 27 Uni-KV A2) and €
68,285 after promotion to Associate Professor.
Applications should include a CV, cover letter, copies of certificates and
degrees, as well as the
names and contact details of three persons of reference. In order to
support the objectivity of
the hiring procedure, we ask applicants to be as clear as possible with
respect to the fulfillment
of the above-mentioned required and desired qualifications. The deadline
for applications is 8
January 2020. Applications must be submitted online via the Job Portal
jobs.aau.at/en in
section “Scientific Staff” by following the link “Apply for this
position” at the entry for reference
code 676/19.
As part of its human resources policy, the University of Klagenfurt places
particular emphasis on
anti-discrimination, equal opportunities and diversity.
People with disabilities or chronic diseases, who fulfill the requirements,
are particularly
encouraged to apply.
Travel and accommodation costs incurred during the application process will
not be refunded.