University Assistant (PhD position)
Department of Geography, University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
Homepage: https://www.uibk.ac.at/de/geographie/
In this position you are expected to write a dissertation in a stimulating environment using the university’s infrastructure. You will hold your own lectures, tutor students and participate in administration. 50% of the working time is reserved for the thesis. Key responsibilities: preparing a PhD thesis in physical geography or a related geoscience field with a focus on soils in a landscape context and/or natural hazards; Collaborating in planning and execution of the team’s scientific projects; Independent research and publication in the areas of soil geography, natural hazards and mechanistic modelling, leading to a cumulative promotion; further development of thematic and methodological aspects; independent teaching, administrative responsibilities. Required: finished M.Sc. or similar degree in Geographie or a related geoscience field with a focus on soil geography, geomorphology, landscape evolution and/or natural hazards. Professional competences: finished M.Sc. or similar degree in Geographie or a related geoscience field with a focus on soil geography, geomorphology, landscape evolution and/or natural hazards. Strong methodological background in (field-)soil science and geomorphology, as well as in geographic computation (R / C / GIS); Very good English skills. Willingness to teach in the Bachelor- and Master programs in Geography. Social abilities: we are looking for a team player with an open mind, and for a great communicator, including across disciplinary and cultural borders.
Please add your initial ideas for your dissertation to your application (max 3 pages).
https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=14229 We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 28.05.2024 stating the code GEO-14229
The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.
The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers. In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority.
Following Austrian disability legislation, qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply.