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The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 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 for South Slavic Literary and Cultural Studies 45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies Startdate: 01.08.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.06.2027 Reference no.: 5884 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 place of work: The Department of Slavonic Studies is looking for a PhD student with a research project in the field of South Slavic literary and cultural studies. We offer you the opportunity to pursue your dissertation project intensively at the largest German-speaking Department of Slavonic Studies, to gain initial teaching experience and to conduct independent research in a stimulating environment. The advertised position of a university assistant ("prae doc") is to be filled on 1 August 2026. The position is limited to the duration of an employee's absence until 30 June 2027.  Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are working on your dissertation and its completion. You will be involved in research projects and scientific studies in the field of South Slavic literary and cultural studies. You will contribute to publications / scientific articles / lectures. Participation in teaching and independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement. You will take on administrative tasks in research and teaching. You will support the organization of meetings, conferences, symposia and student support. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's/Diploma degree in Literature and Cultural Studies with a focus on Slavic Studies. Proven interest in South Slavic studies. Very good knowledge of German, English and BCS. Knowledge of other South Slavic languages and a broad interest in Slavic research are an advantage. Organizational skills Communication talent and ability to work in a team IT user knowledge Also desirable are International experience Experience with online and digitally supported learning Basic knowledge of other Slavic languages as well as non-Slavic foreign languages What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.  Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776.10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: With your academic CV and letter of motivation With a summary of your research interests/dissertation concept (max. 2 pages; if possible including time and work plan) Notification of completed Master's/Diploma studies List of publications, teaching experience (if available) About our job portal / Apply now - Button If you have any questions, please contact: Miranda Jakiša miranda.jakisa@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff 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: 07/10/2026  Prae Doc https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job-invite/5884

Salary: £38,784 - £43,482 per annum Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Academic, Food, Higher Education Job reference: REQ000579 Attachments: attachmentLecturer in Culinary Arts Management - JDPS - June 26.pdf University College Birmingham is looking to recruit a Lecturer in Culinary Arts Management (HE) to join the growing and exciting College of Food, to be part of the teaching team delivering high quality, inspiring, and inclusive programmes across their portfolio of courses. The ideal candidate will be degree qualified, have industry experience across the Food, Hospitality, and Culinary sectors, and preferably have sustained teaching experience within the HE field. The role will require you to teach practical and theory subjects in areas such as: Professional Cookery Skills / Culinary Arts, International Gastronomy Kitchen & Restaurant Operations Patisserie & Confectionary Food Product Development Molecular Gastronomy In addition the successful candidate will provide outstanding pastoral support and tutorage to diverse and ambitious student cohorts. If you want to work in The College of Food, be part of a proactive team, guide the next generation of Culinary professionals, and contribute to the growth and success of the iconic and world-renowned institution, then apply now! Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.  UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. 

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Our campus is in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. The Department of Architecture at Aalto University is an internationally renowned education and research unit (within app. top 2% in the world of architecture). With Finland’s esteemed architectural heritage, we search for new solutions to the challenges of sustainable development. To us, architecture is an art form that requires practical skills and individual artistic development, as well as knowledge on sustainability relevant to design and planning. We educate critical thinkers who accept their responsibility to research and design a socially, culturally, and ecologically sustainable built environment. The Department of Architecture offers degree programs in architecture, landscape architecture, and interior architecture. For more information, please see http://architecture.aalto.fi/en/. We are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher (ConWa Project, 12 months) Are you an academically driven researcher who wants to publish high-quality work on how housing and land policy shape social inclision in cities? We are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Research Council of Finland funded Contested Waterfront Developments (ConWa)-project at Aalto University’s Department of Architecture, led by Senior Scientist Johanna Lilius. In this position, you will investigate how social inclusion is negotiated and transformed in European waterfront developments amid the financialization of land and real estate. Your role and goals Design and conduct research on housing and land policy across ConWa case studies (Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Belgium) Lead and co-author peer-reviewed articles and policy-relevant outputs Analyze negotiations among policymakers, developers, and other growth coalition actors regarding social inclusion targets Support project dissemination (briefs, presentations, blog posts) and good research data management Your network and team Your supervisor will be Senior Scientist Johanna Lilius and through the ConWa-project, you will collaborate with scholars in planning, geography and social sciences and interact with city officials and developers Your experience and ambitions PhD in a relevant field (e.g., planning, urban studies, economics) Demonstrated expertise in housing policy and/or land policy Strong academic writing skills and a clear track record or potential to publish in leading journals Experience with qualitative research (policy analysis, interviews, comparative case studies); quantitative/spatial skills are an advantage Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international, interdisciplinary team Language requirements: EN: Excellent skills in English What we offer Meaningful, agenda-setting research. You will publish on timely questions at the intersection of housing/land policy, financialization, and social inclusion and contribute to evidence that can shape real planning and policy decisions in Nordic and European cities. Tangible impact and visibility. Beyond academic outlets, you’ll contribute to policy briefs, and multimedia outputs (blog, videos), increasing the societal relevance and reach of your work. Interdisciplinary consortium and advisory strength. Collaborate closely with scholars in planning, geography, and social policy, and benefit from guidance by internationally recognized experts in housing financialization, segregation, and public space. Our vast array of professional development opportunities means you will grow and learn, having the chance to participate actively in staff trainings and development projects based on your interests and needs. The starting salary for an entry-level postdoc is approximately 4150€ per month (fulltime). We value work-life balance and well-being in all aspects of life. We work in a hybrid model, with the primary workplace located at the Otaniemi Campus in Espoo, Finland. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections. Join us! To apply, please share uour CV and a motivation letter outlining what you would like to explore within the ConWa project and how you would approach it.with us through our recruitment site latest at 23.59pm (EET) 3. August 2026. Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions. For more information about the role, please contact Senior Scientist Johanna Lilius (johanna.lilius@aalto.fi). For questions related to the application process, please contact hr-arch@aalto.fi. For more information about ConWa, please visit the project webpage: https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-architecture/conwa-contested-waterfront-transformation You will hear from us the latest in the second week of August. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: This is Aalto University! Aalto University – Towards a better world and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto and check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi About Finland Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was listed again as the happiest country in the world: World Happiness Report 2025 For more information about living in Finland: Aalto Careers for International Staff. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.