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The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant predoctoral 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy Startdate: 2026-03-16T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5042 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your professional field of activity: The selected candidate will be part of the 'Evolutionary Morphology Research Group' (EvoMorRG; Chair Palaeobiology with Special Emphasis on Vertebrate Palaeontology). The 'Evolutionary Morphology Research Group' at the Department of Palaeontology is an interdisciplinary research team working at the interface between palaeobiology and evolutionary developmental biology of vertebrates for better understanding the evolutionary history of vertebrates (see also www.evomorg.org). The members of the 'EvoMoRG' are dedicated to the scientific research of vertebrates of past geological periods and today, and their evolutionary and developmental history through time. Our team currently consists of the head of 'EvoMoRG', a lab manager, three postdocs, five Doctoral, 13 Master, and five Bachelor students. As a university assistant predoctoral (Doctoral student), you conduct a research project that complements research in our group and that ultimately will lead to a PhD degree. The primary objective of our research is to increase our understanding of the development and evolution of morphological traits of gnathostomes within a phylogenetic context. As scientists and individuals, we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral parts of our science and society in general, regardless of age, culture, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental difference, politics, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, or subculture. We therefore promote diversity in all areas of our activities and reject strongly and proactively prejudice and stereotyping wherever we encounter it in our profession. For us, empathy, compassion, respect, decency, and humanity are guiding principles. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in projects and scientific studies in the research areas of the 'EvoMorRG'. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You work on your cumulative dissertation and its completion within three years. You are assisting in laboratory organization and maintenance, especially of our aquarium infrastructure, where we keep various cartilaginous and bony fishes. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching. You are willing to engage in international and (depending on the project) interdisciplinary or applied research. You are willing to attend national and international conferences to present your research results, and workshops to gain additional scoial and professional skills. This is part of your personality: Diploma or master degree in organismal Biology or Geology/Palaeontology completed; certificate / degree provided in due time before the start of the contract. Good knowledge in the areas of zoology, vertebrate paleobiology and evolution. Mandatory are analytical skills in phylogenetic methods, R Cran, and geometric morphometrics. Desirable but not strictly required are knowledge and application of Amira and/or Drishti software packages for reconstructing CT data. Basic knowledge about machine learning is of advantage. Very good English skills. High motivation to strive for scientific excellence and to publish research results of high quality. You are a team player with high social and communicative competence. You are able to work independently. You have at least basic experience in academic writing. You are keen to participate in conferences and research trips. What we offer: Working environment: You will be part of a dynamic and interdisciplinary, international team with excellent research infrastructure in a relaxed working environment. We are cooperative and team oriented. Supervision: You will receive intensive academic and personal mentoring by the members of the team to guarantee the successful completion of your doctoral project. Work-life balance: Balancing work and private life or work and studies is particularly important to us. You therefore can arrange your working hours to be flexible and family-friendly within the framework of the currently applicable university agreements, and you can also work from home within Austria part of the time upon agreement. Benefits: The University of Vienna offers numerous benefits such as a company pension fund, travel allowances, affordable parking, special rates for language courses at the university language center, women's advancement, diversity management and specific career advancement, inclusion, parental leave, flexible childcare, holiday childcare, health care, vaccination campaigns, and fitness offers (special rates for USI sports courses), as well as discounts and rebates for employees at various companies. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Fixed-term contract and adequate salary: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationships is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension letter. The basic salary corresponds to the collective agreement for employees of the universities according to § 48 VwGr. B1 basic level (praedoc): EUR 3.776,10 on a full-time basis (14x per year). Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: with a letter of motivation with a three-page exposé for a planned research project, ultimately leading to a PhD with an updated CV with a letter of recommendation and name and contact information (e-mail + telephone) of at least one additional referee Via our job portal or 'Apply now' - button Please provide all application documents exclusively in English. Applicants will not be entitled to any refund of expanses incurred because of the applicant process. If you have any questions, please contact: Jürgen Kriwet juergen.kriwet@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 03/01/2026 Prae Doc https://vds-ecology-evolution.univie.ac.at/

(Fixed term for 2 years) Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. The Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to work on a two-year research programme on hydration and health. The successful candidate will work alongside Professor Neil Walsh and his team on an industry-funded research programme extending recently published work. Find out more about our recent research here. You will be expected to assist in all aspects of the programme of work, including: study design; ethical approval; the day-to-day running and administration of the research project; the implementation of interventions; assisting in the collection and interpretation of data; and the production of technical reports and manuscripts for publication. You will hold a good honours degree (First or 2.1) in a relevant subject area e.g., nutrition, human physiology, health psychology, exercise science. Experience of conducting high quality research is essential. A master’s postgraduate degree is desirable, as is experience of biological sample collection (e.g., venous blood), handling, storage (in accordance with GLP), biochemical analysis and an awareness of quality control techniques. In addition, you must be able to demonstrate the ability to manage and prioritise a continuously demanding workload. Anticipated interview date will likely take place the week commencing 13th April 2026. You will be expected to commence the post in June 2026. Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Neil Walsh, e-mail: n.walsh@ljmu.ac.uk This is a readvertisement of a post and previous applicants need not apply. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. We would encourage applications from all individuals who meet the advert criteria, but would particularly encourage females, BAME, LGBTQ+, non-binary, individuals with a disability or those from culturally, ethnically, sexually or racially distinct backgrounds to apply. The Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science is proud of its commitment to diversity & inclusion and endeavours to cultivate a staff base that is representative of society. Further, the panel will make any required reasonable adjustments for candidates with a disability. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) is responsible for coordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. DARO is part of Advancement, along with Marketing and Communications, and contributes to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward-looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting major and principal donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding major and principal donors through reports, presentations, events and face-to-face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high-level stakeholders on behalf of the University. The Development Manager will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donations of £10,000 - £100,000. The post-holder's portfolio will be centred around individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary campaign, known as Durham 200. Durham 200 is a major philanthropic initiative in recognition of the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, which seeks to create a step-change in philanthropic income and increase significantly the impact of giving to Durham. The post-holder must be versatile and able to work closely with senior University leaders, prominent and public figures, major benefactors and advocates, and senior volunteers in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of major donations and the advancement of Durham University. This is a hybrid role based in Durham, with a requirement to be on site at least two days per week and a considerable amount of travel within the UK and potentially further afield. From early 2025 the base location for this role will change from our Durham City Centre site to our exciting new professional services hub based at Boldon House. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House will bring a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more about this project, please visit this webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.