Assistant professor in Economics

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Assistant professor in Economics

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Offer DescriptionThe is seeking an assistant professor in Economics in accordance with the Austrian Universities Act (Universitätsgesetz), Austrian Salaried Employees Act (Angestelltengesetz) and § 27 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Employees (Kollektivvertrag der Universitäten). After fulfilling the requirements laid out in the qualification agreement, they receive a tenured contract as associate professor.The Paris Lodron University Salzburg (PLUS) is a thriving and inspiring university in Austria which stands for outstanding achievements in research and teaching in the areas of (digital) humanities, life sciences, sustainability of (social) processes and the link between art & science. With its four guiding principles, Art in Context, Development & Sustainability, Digital Life and Health & Mind, the PLUS offers scientists excellent opportunities for inter- and transdisciplinary cooperation.Responsibilities:

• “habilitation” in Economics within a contractually fixed period of time (maximum of 4 years) or other equivalent qualification(s);
• independent research and teaching;
• academic support in research and teaching as well as participation in administrative tasks in the field of Economics;
• four semester hours of teaching per week (eight hours per week once tenure is granted).

Where to apply E-mailbewerbung@plus.ac.atRequirementsResearch Field Economics Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsGeneral job requirements:

• an earned doctorate/PhD degree in Economics or equivalent areas;
• publication of the thesis, at least in parts;
• at least one year of professional academic experience outside the Paris Lodron University Salzburg;
• very good German and English skills.

Additional requirements:

• theoretically grounded empirical research in Behavioural Economics and its applications;
• experience in the application of cutting-edge econometric methods, ideally incorporating techniques from machine learning;
• research in these areas may also be characterised by relevance to economic policy, corporate collaborations, or interdisciplinarity; this should be demonstrated through publications in reputable (economics) journals;
• experience in acquiring competitive grants;
• excellent teaching in the areas of the job posting.

Personal requirements:

• ability to work in a team;
• proactive personality;
• reliability.

Additional InformationSelection processApplication:Apart from the usual documents (cover letter and CV), the application should contain the following PDF enclosures: * presentation of academic and research achievements;

• presentation of teaching experience and activities (and, if applicable, supervision/mentoring experience);
• a concept for future plans in teaching and research and for contributing to the research profile of the department (in particular: personal teaching and habilitation concept);
• a concept for knowledge transfer and management;
• presentation of social skills (if not already included in the CV).

Applications should be addressed to the Head of the University (“Rektor”), Univ.-Prof. Dr. Bernhard Fügenschuh, and must be mailed to , stating the code number of the job advert (GZ A187/1-2024).Please contact Assoz. Prof. Mag. Mag. Dr. Paul Hofmarcher in case of further questions.Deadline for applications: 15 January 2025Additional commentsStart date: Earliest possible date.Duration of contract: 6 years. Tenure is granted upon fulfilment of the agreed-upon qualifications (associate professor).Salary scheme: A2 according to § 49 sec. 2 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement; monthly salary € 5.595,60 gross (14 payments per year). If the qualification agreement is not concluded at the beginning of the start date, the salary scheme is B1 according to § 49 sec. 3b) of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, monthly salary: € 4.752,30 gross (14 payments per year).The Paris Lodron University of Salzburg (PLUS) seeks to increase the proportion of its female staff and therefore encourages female candidates to apply. Women will be given preference over equally qualified men.People with disabilities or chronic illnesses who fulfil the job requirements are also expressly invited to apply. Further information can be requested under +43 662 8044 2465 or from .We regret that expenses for travel and accommodation incurred in the job application cannot be refunded.(Please note that in case of doubt, the of the job advertisement is binding.) Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Department of Economics Country Austria State/Province Salzburg City Salzburg Postal Code 5020 Street Mönchsberg 2A GeofieldContact CitySalzburg WebsiteStreetKapitelgasse 4-6 Postal Code5020 E-Mailhr-ausschreibungen@plus.ac.atSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Wed, 11 Dec 2024 23:01:07 GMT

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