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:

Senior Scientist (must hold a Doctorate/Ph.D. degree) for a 30-hour/week (part-time), six-year position

Organizational unit::

Art x Science School for Transformation

Entry date::

as soon as possible

Job Reference Number::

77100-2025-001425

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Johannes Kepler University Linz and the University of Applied Arts Vienna founded the inter-university Art x Science School for Transformation in 2023. The school combines the strengths and expertise of both universities with the aim of addressing the urgent transformation issues of our time and shaping transdisciplinary, future-oriented teaching and research. We are looking to strengthen our team at the JKU as soon as possible with a Senior Scientist holding a Doctorate/Ph.D. degree.

Job Duties::

Participation in the strategic development of the Art x Science School for Transformation
Participation in the organisation and further development of the courses offered in the Bachelor's and PhD programme Transformation Studies. Art x Science
Contributing to the further development of both curricula and supporting the coordination processes
Exchange/networking with lecturers in the programme, researchers from both universities and relevant external stakeholders
Contribution to the inter- and transdisciplinary research agenda along the School's mission on topics such as current transformation processes / interweaving of art & science / transdisciplinarity
Development of research funding applications
Teaching as part of the Bachelor's programme and Ph.D. programme
Planning, development, management and realisation of projects, events and cooperation projects
Communication and public relations work for Art x Science School for Transformation projects

Your Qualifications::

The successful candidate must hold a completed Doctorate / Ph.D. degree
Several years of professional experience, preferably also in the scientific and university sector
Experience in the initiation, submission and monitoring of national and European research funding projects
Structured and analytical approach, strong realisation skills and a high degree of independence
Affinity for art, science and research with a focus on innovation, inter- and transdisciplinarity and transformation
Experience and expertise in change management methods and/or transformation studies
Erfahrung in der Konzeption und Realisierung von wissenschaftlichen und künstlerischen Vermittlungsprogrammen
Ideally: Experience in the development of study programmes or curricula and the implementation of quality management
Experience in the supervision of theses (BA)
Interface competence and communication skills with high linguistic mediation skills
Excellent written and spoken German and above all English (level C1)
Willingness to learn, quick comprehension and a proactive, cooperative way of working
High level of commitment and sense of responsibility
Enjoy working in a team and have a high level of social skills
Willingness for further and advanced training

What We Offer::

On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 4,932.90 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::

07/30/2025

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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: Mag. Kerstin Pell-Langaditis B.A., P +43 732 2468 5036, E-mail: kerstin.pell-langaditis@jku.at.

Exertion place address:

Altenberger Straße 69, 4040 Linz