The future job holder is expected to have a strong research background in philosophy of physics and, if possible, also in general philosophy of science.
Required qualifications
(subject to academic age and respective biography)
- Doctorate in philosophy or philosophy of science or equivalent foreign univerity degree;
- habilitation (venia docendi/venia legendi) or equivalent scientific qualification in philosophy/philosophy of science.
- solid knowledge in philosophy of physics.
- outstanding independent scientific research and publication activity, as well as experience in running third-party funded scientific projects.
- national and/or international networks, ideally with active participation in interdisciplinary collaborations.
- experience in academic self-administration and ability to manage a university institution strategically and responsibly.
- very good written and spoken English.
- very good written and spoken German.
Desired competences (subject to age and respective biography)
- Scientific activities outside the University of Salzburg, preferably with at least one year of experience abroad.
- willingness to participate in the Cluster of Excellence “Knowledge in Crisis,” in particular, publications on the cluster’s topics, participation in research meetings and public events, conducting research presentations, and assisting in the organisation of workshops and public events.
- willingness to engage in interdisciplinary and applied research.
- social skills for staff and student development and collaboration, as well as awareness of DEI issues and the ability to lead teams in an inspiring way, implement strategic goals, and promote a cooperative, appreciative work culture.
- digital skills in dealing with modern technologies and their practical application.
Application
Your application in a PDF file contains:
- Motivation and concept for future plans in research, teaching, and third mission.
- Curriculum vitae, including:
- previous research achievements (especially third-party funding).
- teaching experience and activities (and, if applicable, in mentoring junior researchers), including teaching evaluations and teaching certificates.
- third mission activities.
- presentation of social and digital skills.
- list of publications and presentations.
- proof of relevant university degrees.
- writing samples (max. 3 full articles).
Applications should be addressed to the Rector, Prof. Dr. Bernhard Fügenschuh, and sent to the e-mail address: bewerbung@plus.ac.at (Subject line: 2026_8_991)
Salary
The position is limited to three years of full-time employment in accordance with § 99 (1) UG 2002 and the Salaried Employees Act as well as the collective agreement for universities/employment group A1.
A higher salary than the minimum annual salary of €93,986.20 gross stipulated in the collective agreement can be expected.
Contact
For further information, please contact Marta Nin Santander at marta.ninsantander@plus.ac.at.
Please note that in case of doubt, the German version of the job advertisement is binding.