Visiting Professor for Biomolecular & Integrative Physiology

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an

Visiting Professor for Biomolecular & Integrative Physiology

52 Faculty of Chemistry

Job vacancy starting: 10/01/2024 | Working hours: 8.00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. A1

Limited contract until: 03/31/2025

Job ID: 2777

Do you enjoy working with young people, are you curious, and do you want to pass on your knowledge? As a Visiting Professor, you play a crucial role in educating students. In addition to providing a solid academic education, we also place a special emphasis on the personal development of students. We support students in developing a curious and problem-solving mindset, thereby creating a solid foundation for the professional challenges of the next generation.

Your personal sphere of influence:

The Institute of Physiological Chemistry of the Faculty of Chemistry is seeking to fill a § 99 (1) Professorship for Biomolecular & Integrative Physiology, for 6 months, part-time, 8 hours per week, as soon as possible and limited until max. 31.03.2025 (for the duration of the absence of a member of the Institute).

The focus of the professorship is in the field of biomolecular integrative physiology with reference to the molecular interaction between chemosensors and food-relevant stimuli and their metabolic effects. You will have an international visibility with successful publications and third-party funding. We would also like you to participate in research networks of the Faculty of Chemistry and the University of Vienna and expect a high willingness to integrate into interdisciplinary clinical and scientific networks of the faculty.

The tasks of the professorship include the professional representation of biomolecular and integrative physiology in teaching and research. We look forward to your involvement in teaching and in the implementation of innovative teaching concepts in the fields of physiological and biomolecular effects of food and its ingredients.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in teaching, research & administration, which means:

Participation in research projects and scientific studies in the field of molecular interaction between chemosensors and food-related stimuli with a focus on metabolic effects

International publications and lectures

Independent teaching of courses in accordance with the collective agreement

Participation in administrative tasks in research and teaching

This is part of your personality:

Doctorate/PhD and at least 5 years of post-doctoral experience at a university or other research institution

A relevant habilitation (venia docendi) or an internationally recognized equivalent qualification is desirable

Outstanding achievements in research, excellent publication record, international reputation and successful acquisition of third-party funding in the area of focus

Proven leadership qualities

Experience in the conception, acquisition and management of major research projects

Strong communication skills that promote interdisciplinary collaboration

Enthusiasm for excellent teaching, university teaching experience as well as the ability and willingness to teach at all curricular levels (Bachelor's, Master's, doctorate), supervise theses and promote young academics

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.

Fair salary: Salary 6.362.50 full-time based (classification according to the collective agreement for university employees in salary group A1; § 99 para. 1 Universities Act 2002); individual salary negotiations take into account previous career progression and current income situation

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

Application documents:

Letter of application with a brief description of current research interests and research plans for the near future

previous and planned focus in academic teaching and supervision of junior researchers

Academic curriculum vitae: including information on "esteem factors" (e.g. editorships, functions in scientific societies or program committees)

List of publications with:

Identification of the five most important publications in terms of the advertised professorship

Indication of an internet link for downloading (PDF versions) or electronic transmission of the PDF files of these five publications

Depending on the conventions of the discipline, information on citations and impact

List of lectures with details of invited keynote lectures at international conferences

Third-party funding: List of third-party funded projects (topic, duration, origin, volume) and any inventions/patents

List of courses held and supervised theses, in particular dissertations

Teaching evaluations (if available)

Copies of certificates and diplomas

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If you have any questions, please contact:

Bernhard Keppler

bernhard.keppler(at)univie.ac.at

We 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.

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​Application deadline: 07/31/2024