Organisation/Company: Johannes Kepler UniversityDepartment: Art x Science School for TransformationResearch Field: Management sciencesResearcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)Positions: Postdoc PositionsCountry: AustriaApplication Deadline: 26 Feb 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)Type of Contract: PermanentJob Status: Full-timeHours Per Week: 40Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programmeReference Number: 77100-2025-001245Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer DescriptionThe world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 24,000 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future at Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have an immediate job opening for a:Director of Art x Science School for Transformation for a Full-time, permanent positionJob Reference Number: 77100-2025-001245The Art x Science School for Transformation is a unique combination of each university’s strengths and expertise, with interdisciplinary, future-oriented education and research focused on addressing the most pressing questions of our time. We have an opening for the position of director to be filled by two individuals (one director at the JKU, and one director at University of Applied Arts in Vienna). The successful candidates will be expected to assume the responsibilities listed below together and in a coordinated manner. This is an externally representative leadership role that will change every two years. 50% of the position requires working in the core work area of the School’s administrative management. The remaining 50% of work hours are available to independently conduct course-free research and publish, as well as teach four semester hours per week.Job Duties:Manage and organize the School at the Johannes Kepler University, LinzStrategically plan and further advance the School in coordination with the scientific advisory board and university managementPlan, organize and manage courses offered as part of the Art x Science School for TransformationCoordinate, communicate, and network between the two universities and initiate external collaboration effortsConceptualise and implement innovative education concepts and event formats as part of the SchoolRepresent the School as well as actively engage in public relation efforts to inform the wider community about the School’s purpose and activitiesPlan the School’s budgetYour Qualifications:The successful candidate must hold a Doctoral/Ph.D. degreeSeveral years of experience in the university/academic sector and a record of implemented projectsExperience in organising, planning and implementing educational formatsStrong interface and communication skills, along with a high linguistic level of mediation skillsA structured and analytical approach, strong implementation skills, and the ability to work effectively and independentlyA high degree of dedication, commitment, and a strong sense of responsibilityAn affinity for the arts, sciences, and research, with a focus on innovation, digitalisationThe successful candidate should be able to work effectively as part of a team, and possess a strong social skill set, and a confident mannerStrong proficiency in German, particularly English, both written and spokenWhat We Offer:On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is €4,932.90 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connectionsAttractive continual educational opportunitiesState-of-the-art research infrastructureDynamic research environmentBroad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)Exercise and sports classes (USI)…and much moreApplication Deadline: 02/26/2025.The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.How to Apply:Prospective applicants interested in the multifaceted position are requested to electronically send an application in adherence to the stated criteria together with the requested documentation via our online portal jku.at/career or to the Johannes Kepler University Linz, Department of Human Resource Management, Altenberger Straße 69, A-4040 Linz. Please include “Job Reference Number 77100-2025-001245“ in your application.
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