University Assistant with Doctorate (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, internationally visible research and publish in relevant peer-reviewed outlets; teach in the field of General and Gystematic Eduational Science
• Participation in ongoing research projects and acquire third-party (external) research funding; independently design and implement theoretical or empirical research projects in General and Systematic Educational Science
• Contribute to further developing a research focus on digital transformation and media education (i.e. post-digital media cultures, methodologically reflective research on digital practices; development and evaluation of digitally supported teaching and learning formats) within General and Systematic Educational Science
• Opportunity to pursue a habilitation (postdoctoral qualification)
• Conceptualize and organize conferences and other scholary exchange formats (e.g. workshops, symposia, lecture series)
• Teach independently (4 contact hours per week, 4 SWS); set, administer and grade examinations, supervise BA/MA theses
• Provide academic advising and organizational support to students of the Department of Educational Science
• Contribute to departmental administration, communications/public relations and outreach, and evaluation/quality-assurance activities

Your Profile

• Completed doctorate/PhD in Edcuational Science/Pedagogy (or a closely related field) with an excellent academic record
• Expertise in at least two of the following areas: history of ideas, social history, conceptual history, philosophy/theory of science (as related to education), foundational concepts and traditions of educational thought (Generel and Systematic Educational Science/Pedagogy), theories of education, theories of subjectification, theory of Bildung and philosophy of education, digital transformation and media eduation
• Strong publication record and university-level teaching, particularly in educational theory and in general, historical and systematic pedagogy
• Experience in applying for and conducting theory-building and/or empirical research projects is desirable; strong knowledge of theoretical and/or empirical research methods
• Excellent commond of German and English, with clear written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively, combined with strong teamwork and organisational skills
• Enthusiasm for scholary work and for working with students

Application Documents

The following documents are required for an application:

• Cover letter and academic CV
• Complete list of publications and a list of courses taught to date
• Concise, substantive research proposal (2 -3 pages), theoretical or empirical, outlining the research question, theoretical framework, methodology/design, expected contribution, and feasibility/timeline
• Official proof of complete of a degree in Education (e.g. diploma, master's degree), degree certificate and transcript
• Official proof of complete of the required doctoral degree (PhD/Dr. phil. or equivalent)
• If documents are not in German or Englisch, please include a certified translation.

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 69.060,59 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

We Offer

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

Office Director Sabine Habersack, MSc. I +43 316 380-2535 I [emailprotected]

Departement of Educational Science
Merangasse 70/II, 8010 Graz

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

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