Visiting Professor for Physiological Chemistry and Cellular Biochemistry

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 Physiological Chemistry and Cellular Biochemistry

52 Faculty of Chemistry

Job vacancy starting: 10/01/2024 | Working hours: 10.00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. A1

Limited contract until: 02/28/2025

Job ID: 2778

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:

In the group of Prof. Dr. Veronika Somoza at the Institute of Physiological Chemistry of the Faculty of Chemistry, the position of a § 99 (1) Professor for Physiological Chemistry and Cellular Biochemistry is to be filled for 5 months, part-time, 10 hours per week, as soon as possible and limited until max. 28.02.2025 (for the duration of the absence of a member of the institute).

The successful candidate will represent the fields of physiological chemistry and cellular biochemistry in teaching and research. The professorship requires a high commitment in teaching and participation in the implementation of innovative teaching concepts.

We expect the successful candidate to be enthusiastic about scientific development in the fields of physiological chemistry and cellular biochemistry with reference to age-dependent responses of cells to metabolic stress, for example in the field of protein homeostasis and to have already a corresponding international visibility with high-impact publication activity and third-party funding.

Moreover, the candidate’s participation in existing or planned research collaborations of the Faculty of Chemistry or the University of Vienna is expected as well as a high motivation to integrate into existing and planned interdisciplinary clinical and scientific collaborations of the faculty.

Your future tasks:

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

Participation in research projects and scientific studies in the field of physiological chemistry and cellular biochemistry with reference to age-dependent responses of cells to metabolic stress, for example in the field of protein homeostasis

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

Several years of independent teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution

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

Outstanding achievements in research, excellent publication record, international reputation

Experience in the conception, acquisition and management of larger research projects as well as the willingness and ability to lead research groups

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

Didactic skills / experience in e-learning

Excellent knowledge of English (C1)

You are a team player with strong social/communication skills

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 basis (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