Senior Scientist

Senior Scientist

At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. The Department of Geography and Regional Research is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy. It is the largest and oldest Geography department in Austria. Details on the Department can be accessed at http://geographie.univie.ac.at/en/home/.

Faculty: 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy

Job vacancy starting: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 10.00 | Limited contract until: 31.05.2028 | Job ID: 5945

Your personal sphere of influence:

The position is assigned to the research group Physical Geography ENGAGE - Geomorphic Systems and Risk Research, which has a sound reputation in the domains of geomorphic systems and hazard and risk research including landslides, human impact on geosystems and spatial modeling of geomorphic processes as well as in applied research including global environmental change, natural hazards and risks, vulnerability, multi-hazard risk and early warning systems.

Your future tasks:

• Supervision of infrastructure field equipment
• Continuous contribution to the scientific profile of the University of Vienna in the field of Physical Geography by conducting own research activities leading to scientific publications
• Participation in research, teaching and administration
• Participation in evaluation activities and in quality assurance
• Moderating the NoeSLIDE project (noeslide.at)
• Participation in research projects
• International publishing and presentation activities
• Project application and external fundraising
• Spatio-temporal modelling and observation of earth surface processes
• Analysis of human impact on the earth surface
• Scientific supervision of IT systems
• Organization, supervision of and contributions to geomorphic field work
• Development and implementation of web-based visualizations of landslide monitoring data
• Independent teaching as defined by the collective agreement
• Examination activities
• Support of students

This is part of your personality:

• PhD or doctorate in Physical Geography and/or Geomorphology and/or Applied Geosciences
• Professional competence in Geomorphology, human impact on geosystems and natural hazards and risks
• Outstanding dissertation
• Experience in moderating landslide monitoring programs
• High research initiatives proven by international refereed publications
• Willingness to contribute to research management, leading small teams and guiding project assistants
• Computer literacy and GIS knowledge
• Modelling experience in spatio-temporal analysis of earth surface processes
• High level of English in reading, writing and speaking
• Knowledge of principles of teaching
• Experience in teaching or e-learning
• Knowledge of university structures and processes
• High command of written and oral language
• Proven ability to work in teams
• Ability to manage conflicts
• Didactic qualifications

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Flexible working hours. Working remotely, telework, is partly possible upon agreement within Austria.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training and coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis, with over 600 courses free of charge.

Fixed-term contract and fair salary: Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b, gross monthly salary of EUR 5,014.30 on a full-time basis, 40 hours per week, 14 times per year, amount as of 1 January 2026.

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae and letter of intent
• With your list of publications
• With your summary of research interests, max. 1 page
• Doctoral Degree
• Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters
• Via the job portal Apply now button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Thomas Glade

thomas.glade@univie.ac.at

Application deadline: 09.08.2026