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Job Opportunities: Faculty
For 40 years, Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) has provided its students with an internationally competitive, American-based liberal arts education in the heart of Europe. Accredited in both Austria and the United States, WVPU offers an individualized, student-centered American education within the framework of a European research university. As part of a global network of campuses based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, WVPU is dedicated to preparing its students for an increasingly globalized world through academic programs that cultivate critical thinking and intercultural understanding.
Webster Vienna Private University is committed to excellence in teaching and research. WVPU offers innovative programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level, awarding Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees. At the undergraduate level, the departments of Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications and Psychology are complemented by the Center of Liberal Arts’ multidisciplinary curriculum in the human, social and natural sciences.
Currently, we are hiring to fill a position in the Psychology department:
Associate Professor of Psychology (f/m/d)
Full-time (40 hours/week)
Starting date: January 2025, initial contract limited for 3 years, with the possibility of extension
An Associate Professor is required to maintain an active, professional research profile appropriate to the EURAXESS standards of an Established Researcher (R3) in the respective field. Furthermore, the Associate Professor must maintain a default teaching load (approx. 3 per semester – semesters run from September to mid-December and February to mid-May), regular office hours, take on responsible roles within the department and foster WVPU´s reputation. The details of all responsibilities are regulated in an annual performance agreement between the position holder and the rectorate.
Main responsibilities:
Teaching:
- Maintain a default teaching load; and
- Develop own courses.
Research:
- Produce an academic output appropriate to the respective field and career stage (R3)
which include:
- Presentation of papers and research findings on national and international conferences;
- Peer-review publications that contribute to the state-of-art of the respective field, and in the amount that it enables the Associate Professor to submit
- Proposal for an ERC Starting/Consolidator Grant, FWF programs for Established Researchers (R3) or comparable;
- Submission of an ERC Starting/Consolidator Grant, FWF programs for Established Researchers (R3) or comparable; and
- Lead a research group and collaborate with academic and non-academic stakeholders.
Academic Services/Mentorship:
- Engage assistant professors/research assistants in on-going research projects;
- Supervise theses and integrate students into research activities;
- Document all research activities in the university research tracking and reporting system;
- Participate in official university events and representing the department; and
- Contribute actively to the further development of study programs.
Other:
- Prepare for the advancement to the stage of Leading Researcher;
- Adhere to the university’s Code of Conduct as well as all academic policies and guidelines;
- Active support to realize the objectives of the Gender Equality Plan; and
- Regular participation in professional development programs for teaching and research.
Your profile:
- A terminal doctoral degree: PhD in Social or Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Science (with a relevant Master in Psychology) or closely related field;
- Multiannual post-doctoral experience with internationally recognized peer-review publications and active conference participations appropriate for the career stage in Applied Psychology with a focus on behavioural economics, consumer behaviours, applied social psychology, organizational psychology;
- Willingness to promote to R4 stage;
- Demonstrated success in university-level teaching;
- Active international network with academic and non-academic stakeholders in the field of Applied Psychology;
- Success in gaining high-level grants (like ERC starting Grant, FWF R2 programs or comparable);
- Willingness to include gender and diversity as teaching content; and
- Excellent English skills.
Your application:
When applying, please provide the following documents:
- A motivation letter addressing your experience relative to the responsibilities;
- Academic curriculum vitae including:
- Education and training (please attach all required diplomas as indicated above);
- Positions held to date;
- Awards and honors;
- Complete list of acquired third-party funding including cooperation partners;
- Teaching and mentoring experience; and
- Supervision experience (Master and PhD level).
- List of publications:
- Complete and current publication list (e.g., ORCID link); and
- Two key publications as electronic full text version with relevance to this position (PDF);
- Research statement
- Research description and planned future research activities (max. four pages);
- Teaching and supervision statement
- Teaching and supervision concept (max. one page);
- Diversity and inclusion statement
- A statement describing your commitment to diversity and contribution to an inclusive professional environment (max. one page); and
- Three referees who will provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Please fill out the online application.
Deadline for applications: May 31, 2024
Interviews will be held in June and July 2024
WVPU is an equal opportunity employer – we are committed to a non-discriminatory employment policy and a diverse and inclusive community.
The University puts special emphasis on increasing the number of women among the faculty, as well as in senior positions.
Our offer:
- Versatile tasks with corresponding responsibility and possibilities to grow in an academic environment whilst contributing to the success of the program;
- Being part of a highly engaged team and international community;
- Research support services;
- Flexible working hours, home office, work-from-anywhere;
- Numerous employee benefits (Pension Fund, Training and Development Opportunities, Occupational Health, Social Events etc.); and
- Vienna has been rated 1st place of the most liveable cities in the “Global Liveability Index” – we provide modern facilities in a top location in Vienna’s 2nd district (Palais Wenkheim), next to the subway station.
The minimum annual gross compensation for this position is EUR 73.000,- (basis 40 hours/week, Post-Doc); the final salary is dependent on relevant experience and qualifications.
The applicant must have the legal right to work in Austria.
For questions related to your application, please contact the HR Department at hrdepartment@webster.ac.at or WVPU, Praterstraße 23, A – 1020 Vienna.
Your privacy is important to us, and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. Please be aware that all personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice.
Job Opportunities: Adjunct Faculty
As an adjunct faculty member, you will teach classes in your field of expertise. The diverse adjunct faculty at WVPU contributes to a high-quality learning experience for students. WVPU adjunct faculty are contracted based on a course instruction agreement. Indicate your preferred faculty position in your application.
We are looking for Adjunct faculty (f/m/d) in the Psychology Department for course instruction at undergraduate level in the fields of
- Behavioral economics
- Forensic and criminal psychology
- Sexual orientation and gender diversity
- Educational psychology
- Conflict resolution/peace psychology
- Interpersonal communication/nonverbal behavior
Key responsibilities:
- Preparation for the course and each class meeting (course material can be provided)
- Pedagogical supervision of students’ academic progress related to the course
- Development, proctoring and evaluation of exams (and/or any other form of assessment)
- Punctual submission of grades by the stipulated deadlines
- Maintaining digital records of assignments, exams or tools of assessment and transferring them to the Department following the completion of the course
Adjunct Faculty members at the undergraduate level shall have at least one of the following:
- Hold a master’s degree or higher in a discipline that is relevant to the content of the course taught,
or
- Have tested experience, which must include a master’s degree or higher and at least five years of professional experience, in a discipline that is relevant to the content of the course taught.
Total compensation within the framework of a contract is agreed at a total gross remuneration of € 4.000, - at undergraduate level. With regard to the relevant social security legislation, the Adjunct Faculty is considered an employee under § 4 Abs. 2 ASVG. The paid out remuneration is therefore subject to deductions for Austrian social insurance and federal income tax deduction. Courses at WVPU are delivered over a 12-week period, 3 hours per week excluding breaks (September to December, February to May), followed by break and exam week.
The applicant must have the legal right to work in Austria.
Applications are to be submitted online.
When applying, please provide:
- a curriculum vitae
- a cover letter including a brief explanation of your teaching philosophy and a statement describing your commitment to diversity and contribution to an inclusive professional environment
WVPU is committed to a non-discriminatory employment policy and a diverse and inclusive community.
For questions related to your application, please contact the HR Department: hrdepartment@webster.ac.at at WVPU, Praterstraße 23, A – 1020 Vienna.
Your privacy is important to us and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. Please be aware that all personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice.
Apply for unsolicited Adjunct Faculty application only
Job Opportunities: Staff
There are no staff vacancies at the moment.
For questions related to your application, please contact the HR Department: hrdepartment@webster.ac.at at WVPU, Praterstraße 23, A – 1020 Vienna.
Your privacy is important to us and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. Please be aware that all personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age or any other factors. The mission of the Human Resource Department is to serve as the link between prospective employees and the institution in an attempt to recruit and hire the most qualified individuals for any vacancy within the University Community.
WVPU supports professional development for all of its employees. These include both internal and external initiatives.
Faculty and Staff Members
Faculty members:
- WVPU supports its faculty to continuously develop their knowledge and expand the network.
- WVPU regards participation in an international scholarly community as a vital element of knowledge creation and dissemination.
- WVPU invites all status-track faculty to use the existing training services available. Annual performance agreements support all efforts to plan, document, and later assess such efforts including, in particular, publications, participation in workshops and networks, and the presentation of original research at major discipline relevant conferences, which is supported by University travel grants.
Staff members: Biannual Feedback Dialogues support the planning of professional development activities throughout the year. Professional development days and budgets support individual training needs.
Further Training Opportunities
- Computer-based training resources: WVPU offers its faculty and staff a wealth of resources to support their work, expand their knowledge, and develop professional skills through partnerships with industry leaders.
- Class audit and Tuition remission: When deemed appropriate, staff members may be permitted to audit specific, non-language oriented, graduate-level courses in addition to and outside of their working hours. Under special circumstances, staff and faculty members may be eligible for tuition remission.
- Erasmus + Mobility Program: As an active member of Erasmus+, WVPU supports opportunities for staff and faculty to participate in short-term professional development activities at partner institutions.
Every Employee is entitled to one Charity Day per calendar year.
A Charity Day is to contribute and support social causes, volunteering at a local charity, individually or as a group.
WVPU is a leading private, tuition-based university in Austria that takes social responsibility seriously.
Research needs to make a difference for it to matter. Transformative learning means engagement beyond the secure confines of the University, motivating students to lead lives of purpose. WVPU contributes to the public discourse on global issues and serves as a partner and an informal idea laboratory for corporate partners and international and non-governmental organizations with offices in Vienna.
The University encourages faculty, staff and students to confront social issues and get involved with service whenever and wherever possible. From direct community involvement to the publicly accessible events it organizes, WVPU’s sustained approach to social responsibility epitomizes its efforts to foster global citizenship.
Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that values diversity among staff, faculty and students and considers such diversity critical to cultivating academic excellence and achieving its mission to foster global citizenship.
WVPU has an established four-member Working Group on Equal Opportunities (WGEO) with an elected Diversity Manager serving as its chair.
The mission of the WGEO is to contribute to the expansion of equal opportunities within the WVPU community. As such, the WGEO supports the Executive Board (EB) and the Human Resources Office (HR) in communicating those principles so that all members of the community are fully informed of their rights and responsibilities as put forth in the values of WVPU’s Affirmative Action Plan for Managing Diversity and the Advancement of Women.
This will be done by promoting and reporting on the principles of diversity, inclusivity and equity, aligning with the core values of the global Webster network and the rights and obligations of global citizens.
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mentoring and support, share laughter, collaborate on problem-solving, express heartfelt
appreciation for your contributions, and ignite your daily drive to excel. That place
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that however different we are from one another, and however frustrating that can sometimes
be, we have common experiences and challenges that allow us to connect, empathize,
collaborate and grow. I’ve been inspired by my colleagues and students to value diversity
in every way, shape and form. I truly appreciate the opportunity to be part of this
learning community, and I hope to contribute to its continuous improvement."
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from more than 70 countries on all continents. It is a pleasure to be able to develop
my research ideas in such a stimulating environment."
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