The world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 25,500 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future of Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have a job opening for a:

Graduate Teaching Assistant (must hold a Diploma/Master's degree) for a 30-hour/week (part-time), four-year position

Organizational unit::

LIT Robopsychology Lab

Entry date::

07/01/2025

Term from:

07/01/2025

Temporary employment to::

06/30/2029

Job Reference Number::

151010-2025-001349

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The Robopsychology Lab at the Linz Institute of Technology (LIT) focuses on understanding key psychological processes involved in human interactions with AI systems and robots. Our mission is to contribute to a scientifically grounded basis for designing human-centered technologies. If you are interested in how AI and robots influence human thinking and behavior, and if you have a passion for empirical research, then become part of our team and take the opportunity to pursue a cumulative PhD in the field of Robopsychology.

Job Duties::

Dedicated empirical research, particularly on psychological aspects of interaction with and perception of AI systems, as well as on the promotion of AI literacy
Passionate involvement in research projects at the Robopsychology Lab
Scientific publishing and participation in academic conferences and events
Involvement in teaching and independent delivery of courses in German and English
(Co-)supervising and mentoring students during seminar papers and final theses
Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks as well as with science communication activities of the Robopsychology Lab

Your Qualifications::

The successful candidate must hold a completed diploma or master's degree in Psychology
Interest in the research topics of the Robopsychology Lab, ideally prior experience in research on human-machine interaction or AI literacy
Excellent knowledge of psychological research methods and data analysis techniques
Clear and precise writing skills, particularly in the preparation of scientific manuscripts
Very good command of English (C1) and German (C1)
Strong analytical thinking, accuracy, and reliability
Willingness to work in inter- and transdisciplinary teams, strong social skills
Commitment to Open Science (e.g., study preregistration) and Open Innovation in Science (e.g., Citizen Science, Art & Science)
High motivation to pursue a dissertation (cumulative, based on multiple journal and conference contributions)

What We Offer::

On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 3,714.80 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)
Stable employer
Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
Attractive continual educational opportunities
State-of-the-art research infrastructure
Dynamic research environment
Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)
Exercise and sports classes (USI)
…and much more

Application Deadline::

05/28/2025

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The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.

Contact::

If you have questions, please contact: Univ.-Prof. Mag. Dr. Martina Mara, P +43 732 2468 9510, E-mail: martina.mara@jku.at.

Exertion place address:

Altenberger Straße 69, 4040 Linz