The University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna (Vetmeduni) is an internationally renowned competence centre for teaching and research in veterinary medicine, as well as a soughtafter partner for cooperation. The modern campus accommodates teaching and research facilities and the only veterinary teaching and research hospital in Austria. Furthermore, it is the working place of around 2300 students and 1400 staff members. The Vetmeduni distinguishes itself through its striving for excellence in teaching, research and the service units, as well as through continuous dialogue with society. Veterinärmedizinische Universität Wien Veterinärplatz 1, 1210 Wien, Österreich vetmeduni.ac.at Kennzahl: 2022/0532 Seite 1/4 The Department for Farm Animals and Veterinary Public Health is soliciting applications for an Assistant Professor of “Farm Animal Welfare” in accordance with the appointment procedure for Assistant Professors established by § 99 (5) of the 2002 Universities Act. Grade: B1 (fulfilling the qualification agreement: A2) Level of employment: 40 hours weekly Length of employment: 4 years tenure-track position (i.e. permanent after positive evaluation) Deadline for applications: 30.07.2022 Context Vetmeduni ranks 8 th worldwide (2021 Shanghai Ranking for Universities, Veterinary Sciences), and Vienna consistently ranks as one of the most liveable cities in the world with its green surroundings and central location in Europe. The Assistant Professor is expected to contribute to the research and teaching excellence of the Institute of Animal Welfare Science. The Institute is composed of 6 scientists and 25 staff, working together to deliver research of the highest quality, providing the basis to improve animal welfare in practice while addressing societal concerns. We have a dual focus on basic and applied research, from novel ideas to science‐based improvements in practice, and have become a leading research group on animal welfare in Europe and internationally. This collegial environment will enable you to develop a rigorous, independently funded research program with immediate impact and to realize your full potential to become a world leader in animal welfare. Main tasks The research profile of the tenure-track Assistant Professor should strengthen one of the two internationally recognized research programmes of the Institute on 1) social behaviour and human-animal relationship, or 2) Precision Livestock Farming (PLF) related to real-time and continuous animal welfare assessment. The Assistant Professor should aim to establish internationally visible research profile, primarily financed by external funds. There are numerous opportunities for collaboration with complementary research groups within the Vetmeduni as well as with national and international institutions, Vienna being a research-intensive international hub. The tasks also include independent teaching and the provision of scientific expertise and leadership. Reference Number: 2022/0532 Date: 16.05.22 Page 2/4 Responsibilities Conducting independent research activities Applying for and securing external funds, especially from international and national research excellence programs Establishment and management of a research group Supervision of under- and postgraduates Development of new teaching material including e-learning Publication of research and knowledge transfer Participation in the management activities of the Institute Active contribution to the strategic goals of the Institute and Vetmeduni according to the Development Plan 2030 www.vetmeduni.ac.at/fileadmin/v/z/mitteilungsblatt/organisation/Development_Plan-2030_en_screen.pdf Required training, qualifications and skills PhD degree in biological sciences or PhD/doctorate in veterinary medicine At least 2 years of postdoc experience Outstanding publication track-record, commensurate to the career stage and relevant to animal behaviour or welfare Experience in the writing or submission of external funding applications Proficient in English (B2 level) Further desired qualifications and skills Evidence of capacity to develop innovative and impactful research Demonstrated ability to develop collaborations (beyond the PhD network) and international standing Teaching experience in the area of animal behaviour and welfare Experience in knowledge transfer to industry and/or society Willingness for interdisciplinary collaborations Our offer The position of Assistant Professor with a qualification (i.e. tenure-track) agreement (according to § 27 of the collective contract (Kollektivvertrag) for university employees) is initially limited to a duration of 4 years. After fulfilment of the agreed qualification goals, the contract will be of an unlimited duration as Associate Professor. What we offer Top university: Vetmeduni is one of the leading academic education and research institutions in veterinary medicine in Europe Stable employer Attractive campus Personal and professional training and development opportunities Preventive and medical health promotion Diversity- and family-friendly university culture Children’s day care and holiday care options Numerous attractive fringe benefits Employee events Reference Number: 2022/0532 Date: 16.05.22 Page 3/4 Minimum salary If the qualification agreement is not already concluded at the start of work, the classification in salary group shall be – until the conclusion of this qualification agreement – B1 according to paragraph 49 (3) lit. b CBA. Upon signing the qualification agreement, the collective bargaining minimum salary for employees at universities to the above classification is € 4,782.30 gross (14 times a year). Application The application documents must include: 1. Application letter including a description of: Current research interests and research plan for the next three years, and anticipated advancement for the field of animal welfare Concept for academic teaching and supervision of young researchers Contribution to the scientific profile of the Institute and the Vetmeduni 2. Curriculum vitae including: Information on selected research esteem factors (e.g. publication quality, impact, collaborations, invited talks) and recognition of excellence List of external funds acquired (topic, funder, budget, duration) and submitted or unsuccessful grant applications Overview of academic teaching and supervised theses, especially PhD theses Experience in the organization and management of team, staff and students Evidence of knowledge transfer and provision of expertise beyond the scientific community and other significant impact Evidence of service and leadership 3. Any further evidence of training, qualifications and knowledge described as necessary in the position announcement 4. Names and contact information of three references Presentations and interviews with the candidates are scheduled for September 2022. Please submit applications in English quoting the reference number 2022/0532 via e-mail (preferably) to bewerbungen@vetmeduni.ac.at or by post to the Personnel Department of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinärplatz 1, 1210 Vienna. Please do not forget to include the reference number or we shall be unable to relate your application to the correct vacancy announcement. Vetmeduni aims to increase the proportion of female staff, particularly in senior positions, and in accordance with § 41 of the 2002 Universities Act is striving to attain a balanced ratio of women to men, especially among its academic staff. Applications from qualified women are therefore especially welcome. If women are underrepresented (below 50%), female applicants who are as qualified as the best qualified male applicant will be given preference, provided that there are no strong reasons for favouring a particular male candidate. As a proud holder of the “hochschuleundfamilie” (“University and Family”) certificate, Vetmeduni welcomes applications from candidates with family responsibilities. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply. Reference Number: 2022/0532 Date: 16.05.22 Page 4/4 Translations into other languages are solely for information purposes. The version advertised in the University Bulletin (Mitteilungsblatt) is the only one that is legally binding. Contact for further information Univ.-Prof. Jean-Loup Rault Tel.: +43 1 25077 - 4900 Email: jean-loup.rault@vetmeduni.ac.at www.vetmeduni.ac.at/en/animal-welfare-science