Research position / a career position at the Chair of Mining Engineering and Mineral Economics

A research position in accordance with § 99 (5) of the 2002 Universitätsgesetz (according to § 27 of the collective agreement for the University employees - Uni-KV) at the Chair of Mining Engineering and Mineral Economics in the Department of Mineral Resources Engineering is open to be filled at the earliest date - Reference Number : 2310WPD

At the Montanuniversitaet Leoben, the Chair of Mining Engineering and Mineral Economics is seeking to fill a career position according to § 99(5) of the 2002 UG (The Austrian universities’ fast track programme for high potential scientists to a full professor position ) at of the earliest possible date in a permanent employment relationship.

The classification is based on the collective agreement for employees of the universities in salary group A2. In this classification, the collective agreement monthly salary for full employment is € 5.124,20 gross (14 times a year).

The applicant should represent the research field of rock mechanics and underground mining  in all relevant areas of the Montanuniversitaet Leoben - in teaching, research and transfer, and work on and deepen the field independently. Teaching in the bachelor's and master's programs is expected.

Requirements for employment are as follows :

A domestic or equivalent foreign university education appropriate to the job with a focus on mining engineering or rock mechanics, and a doctorate or PhD study completed with very good results. Experience in cooperative projects between science and industry in the above-mentioned research areas, i.e. in rock mechanics, underground mine design and production technologies and a passion to advance underground mining in the context of sustainability, i.e. safety, environmental footprint and digitalisation. Experience abroad and / or readiness for a stay abroad and in scientific teaching as well as didactic and pedagogical skills (with proven further education in the field of didactics). A track record of relevant scientific publications and / or management qualifications such as project management, budget responsibility and people leadership. Very good knowledge of spoken and written English and basic German skills (or at least the willingness to learn the language quickly).

In particular, the person is expected to have the following skills and responsibilities :

Active engagement in teaching, developing and managing application-oriented research with industrial companies and managing successful research proposals within European and Austrian research programmes. Willingness to participate appropriately in university organizational and administrative tasks, supervision of bachelor's and master's students as well as doctoral candidates.

The following documents must be submitted in German or English :

Letter of motivation (maximum 1 page), comprehensive curriculum vitae with a complete list of publications. Evidence of the listed employment requirements. List of previous research and teaching activities.

The Montanuniversitaet Leoben offers its employees an attractive and appreciative working environment :

• You live in Leoben, in the heart of Austria and Europe – in a safe and clean environment and have a job in an attractive location with a wide range of cultural and leisure opportunities.
• We offer you a company-owned car park, as well as e-charging stations and good connections to local and long-distance public transport.
• We attach great importance to appreciative and supportive teamwork as well as an extended induction phase. Furthermore, annual appraisal interviews are held between employees and supervisors.
• As a part of your employment, you are covered by full health and supplementary pension insurance and can take advantage of our health services (occupational physician, free preventive medical check-ups, health day, vaccination campaigns…). The University Sports Institute offers numerous sports and fitness courses at its own employee rate.
• We also have a company canteen with freshly prepared meals every day and numerous discounts with various trade partners and voucher campaigns.

Reference number : 2310WPD