Assistant Professor (tenure-track) and Professor (tenured) positions in Soft Matter Physics
- Employer
- Institute of Science and Technology Austria
- Location
- Klosterneuburg, Austria
- Salary
- Unspecified
- Posting live until
- 24 Oct 2024
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Assistant Professor (tenure-track) and Professor (tenured) positions in Soft Matter Physics
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) invites for faculty applications in Experimental Soft Matter Physics broadly defined, including biological physics.
Interdisciplinary applications bridging between areas are particularly encouraged to apply.
Assistant professors start with independent group leader positions for six years, progressing to tenured positions after a positive evaluation by international peers.
Tenured positions welcome distinguished scientists with proven leadership in research.
At ISTA, we promote a diverse and inclusive working environment and are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all applicants, free of discrimination. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
ISTA (www.ista.ac.at) is an interdisciplinary research institution that combines basic science research with graduate education in theoretical and experimental research in Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Information and System Sciences.
Why ISTA
- Impactful research in a vibrant, international, and interdisciplinary research environment;
- Advanced facilities and comprehensive scientific support;
- Attractive salaries and generous resources;
- Guaranteed annual funding, including support for PhD students and postdocs;
- Graduate school with highly selective admissions;
- Professional development opportunities and employee support services;
- On-campus childcare facilities;
- Inclusive working environment;
- Proximity to Vienna, consistently ranked among the most livable cities worldwide.
Take the next step in your academic career and apply at: www.ista.ac.at/jobs/faculty/.
The closing date for applications is October 24, 2024.
Company
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a PhD-granting international institute dedicated to cutting-edge research in mathematical and physical sciences, life sciences, and information and system sciences. ISTA is situated in proximity to Vienna, consistently ranked among the most livable cities worldwide.
Why join us
ISTA offers a thriving international and interdisciplinary research environment with English as the working language. State-of-the-art facilities and scientific support services provide scientists with the necessary resources to push the boundaries of scientific discovery.
ISTA’s PhD program encompasses a unique blend of interdisciplinary coursework and research group rotations, attracting scholars from diverse international backgrounds. Students work closely with outstanding faculty within small research groups.
A postdoctoral position offers early-career scientists a valuable opportunity for professional growth. At ISTA, you can prioritize what matters most: conducting high-level fundamental research.
A collaborative atmosphere, generous funding and tailored career support enable professors to establish and lead successful research groups.
Training and development
PhD students receive support through mentorship and career-development programmes, which focus on training in transferable skills for academia and beyond. They also receive financial support to attend scientific conferences and workshops during their studies.
Postdocs interact closely with colleagues from different fields through joint projects and events, and develop the skills necessary for their next career steps through career-development training and workshops.
Tailored leadership and career-development programmes are available for research group leaders.
What we are looking for
Students with a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree in science are encouraged to apply for our PhD programme. All students are offered five-year employment contracts.
Highly qualified candidates who have recently completed their PhD or equivalent in the natural or computer sciences, mathematics, or any related discipline are welcome to apply for our full-time postdoctoral positions.
Assistant professors at ISTA are independent group leaders with an initial contract of six years. A positive evaluation at the end of this period leads to promotion to the tenured professor position.
Tenured professor candidates are distinguished scientists in their respective research fields and typically have at least six years of experience in leading a research group.
Location
Klosterneuburg, Austria
Number of researchers
150 research groups (approx. 1500 scientists) by 2036
Positions recently recruited for
We have recruited to a variety of positions across research fields and job levels
Desired degree disciplines/class
From interns to trainees, from students to graduates, from PhD to postdoc, from postdoc to faculty – all in a wide variety of specializations
How to apply
Please find information on ista.ac.at/jobs/careers-in-science and ista.ac.at/en/jobs/open-positions
Closing date
All year round – special deadlines for various programmes as advertised on our website
Contact
Tel +43 2243 9000
E-mail academic.affairs@ista.ac.at
ista.ac.at
- Website
- https://ista.ac.at/en/home
- Telephone
- +43 2243 9000
- Location
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Am Campus 1
3400 Klosterneuburg
AT
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