The Dynamics of Change - 7 University assistants predoctoral
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
The Dynamics of Change - 7 University assistants predoctoral
276 Research Center for the History of Transformations
Job vacancy starting: 09/01/2024 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA:
Limited contract until:
Job ID: 2237
Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be More than 7,500 academics at the University of Vienna thrive on continuous exploration and curiosity and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!
Your personal sphere of influence:
The University of Vienna is looking to hire 7 PhD researchers for 3+1 years (the fourth year is contingent on the positive evaluation of submitted work) within the framework of the new interdisciplinary FWF doc.funds program “The Dynamics of Change and the Logics of Transformation: State, Society, and Economy at Critical Junctures” by September 1, 2024. The doc.funds program is integrated in two doctoral schools, the Doctoral School of Historical and Cultural Studies (DSHCS) and the Vienna Doctoral School of Social Sciences (ViDSS). The researchers will also be affiliated with the Research Center for the History of Transformations (RECET) and the Research Platform “Transformations and Eastern Europe”.
In this doctoral program, we build on and critically engage with Karl Polanyi’s theory of social, economic, and political change to understand transformation processes in both past and present and work towards a comprehensive theory of social transformation. This approach allows us to analyze multilevel transformation processes of the state, society and the economy in different times and geographical contexts.
Your future tasks:
Your main task is to complete your dissertation. Doctoral students will enjoy structured and interdisciplinary doctoral training in the two doctoral schools, with
- coursework concentrated in the first 12 months,
- a research paper due after the first year,
- and chapter submissions based on ongoing research after the second and third years, which determine the possible extension of the contract to a fourth year.
You are expected to participate in events organized by RECET, the Platform and the doctoral schools. You can also take part in the colloquia, workshops etc. at the respective institutes or departments of the PIs.
You present your research results at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
You actively shape the profile of the doctoral program by initiating workshops, conferences or other activities.
This is part of your personality:
General requirements:
- By the beginning of the project (1 September 2024), applicants need to hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline for the respective project that qualifies them for doctoral studies.
- High level of motivation and commitment to successfully complete your doctoral studies within the anticipated time frame
- Collaborative, team-minded and pro-active attitude
- High level of written and oral communication skills
- The working language of the doc.funds program will be English (level C1 or English-language degree required upon project start); knowledge of German is not a precondition for admission, though of course advantageous in order to integrate well at the University of Vienna. Other language requirements are specific for each project.
We seek to fill seven positions in different fields which require the following specializations and skills:
The seven doctoral projects we envision are situated in a field defined by interlocking key themes: the transformation of statehood & sovereignty, of labor, of mobility, and of rights. They focus on Central & Eastern Europe, with important transnational and global extensions. The objective is to combine insights from history and social sciences to study transformations in the wake of major ruptures during the 20th and 21st centuries. Each project is associated with one of the seven faculty members associated with the program (for a full description of the projects and their specific requirements see: https://www.recet.at/event-news/news/detail/cfa-7-phd-positions):
- Transformations of Free Movement: Central and Eastern Europe 1972-2004 (Jannis Panagiotidis)
- Transformation of Mobility: The League of Nations and post-1918 border and Travel Regimes (Peter Becker)
- The Transformation of Imperial Ecology and Labor Relations after the Fall of the Habsburg Empire (Eva-Maria Muschik)
- Transforming Rights: Entangled Debates about Gender Equality during and after the Cold War (1975-1993) (Claudia Kraft)
- A New Great Transformation? East-Central European Capitalism after the Great Financial Crisis (Dorothee Bohle)
- Transforming the State through Social Work (Tatjana Thelen)
- The Global Transformation of Shipbuilding since the 1970s with a Focus on East Asia (Philipp Ther)
For more detailed information on the individual projects and specific requirements check the website of RECET.
What we offer:
Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.
Inspiring working atmosphere: PhD students will be provided with office space and integrated into a vibrant research environment at RECET, the Platform, the doctoral schools, and the departments of their respective supervisors.
Good public transport connections: Your workplace 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: The basic salary of EUR 3578,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Model 1: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible.
Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!
It is that easy to apply:
Applications must be written in English and must include:
- a cover letter
- a current CV
- scans of university diploma
- a writing sample (e.g. MA thesis, published article or similar in English, German or other languages relevant to the respective topic)
- a project proposal of no more than 5 pp., indicating the topic you would like to apply for.
- documentation of required language proficiencies.
Deadline for submissions is 26 April 2024.
Potential candidates will be interviewed online at the end of April/beginning of May 2024.
Starting date will be 1 September 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jannis Panagiotidis
jannis.panagiotidis@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: 04/26/2024