Senior Scientist Post-Doc (all genders welcome) at the Department of English

The University of Klagenfurt, with approximately 1,500 employees and over 12,000 students, is located in the Alps-Adriatic region and consistently achieves excellent placements in rankings. The motto “per aspera ad astra” underscores our firm commitment to the pursuit of excellence in all activities in research, teaching and university management. The principles of equality, diversity, health, sustainability and compatibility of work and family life serve as the foundation for our work at the university.

The University of Klagenfurt is pleased to announce the following open position at the Department of English at the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Education with an expected starting date as soon as possible:

Senior Scientist Post-Doc (all genders welcome) 

Level of employment: 100 % (40 hours/week; based on 50 % and an agreed increase of 50 %)

Minimum salary: € 66,532.20 per annum (gross); classification according to collective agreement: Uni-KV: B1 lit. b

Limited to: the duration of the position holder's leave (presumably until February 28th, 2029)

Application deadline: May 15th 2024

Reference code: 596-1/23

Tasks and responsibilities

• Independent research and further development of the candidate's scientific qualification in the field of American literature and culture with the option of working towards completing a postdoctoral thesis (habilitation)
• Independent undergraduate and graduate teaching in the field of American literature and culture; examination activities; supervision of BA and MA theses
• International publications and presentations
• Participation in department administration, teaching and research administration, and in university committees
• Participation in conference organization

Required qualification

• PhD degree at a national or international university with a research focus on American literatures, preferably U.S. American literature of the (long) 19th century
• Habilitation research project in the field of American literature and culture
• Relevant scholarly publications and conference presentations
• Teaching experience at the university level and didactic competence
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Pertinent international experience (e.g. academic experience, other forms of education or training)

Additional desired qualifications

• Research interest in Transcultural and Postcolonial Studies, Critical Race/Ethnicity Studies, and/or the Environmental Humanities
• Organizational and social competence; ability to cooperate in a team
• Experience in academic self-administration, university committees or similar
• Experience in organizing workshops, conferences, and symposia

German language skills are not a formal prerequisite, but proficiency (C1) is expected within two years.

Our Offer:

The employment contract is concluded with an entry-level salary of € 4,752.30 gross per month for the full-time position (14 times per year; crediting of job-specific previous experience in accordance with the collective agreement is possible).

The University of Klagenfurt also offers:

• Personal and professional advanced training courses, management and career coaching
• Numerous attractive additional benefits, see also https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/
• Diversity- and family-friendly university culture
• The opportunity to live and work in the attractive Alps-Adriatic region with a wide range of leisure activities in the spheres of culture, nature and sports

To Apply:

If you are interested in this position, please apply in German or English providing the usual documents:

• A letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)
• Academic curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a list of courses taught, and a list of talks given
• An outline of the planned Habil. research project(s) (max. 2 pages)
• Certificates
• A writing sample (published article and/or PhD thesis)

To apply, please use the >> job portal <<.

Candidates must furnish proof that they meet the required qualifications by May 15th, 2024 at the latest.

For further information on this specific vacancy, please contact Univ. Prof. Dr. Julia Hoydis (julia.hoydis@aau.at). General information about the university as an employer can be found at https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/. At the University of Klagenfurt, recruitment and staff matters are accompanied not only by the authority responsible for the recruitment procedure but also by the Equal Opportunities Working Group and, if necessary, by the Representative for Disabled Person.

As part of its human resources policy, the University of Klagenfurt places particular emphasis on anti-discrimination, equal opportunities and diversity.

People with disabilities or chronic diseases, who fulfil the requirements, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Travel and accommodation costs incurred during the application process will not be refunded.

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