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Faculty
For 40 years, Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) has provided its students with an internationally competitive, American-based liberal arts education in the heart of Europe. Accredited in both Austria and the United States, WVPU offers an individualized, student-centered American education within the framework of a European research university. As part of a global network of campuses based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, WVPU is dedicated to preparing its students for an increasingly globalized world through academic programs that cultivate critical thinking and intercultural understanding.
Webster Vienna Private University is committed to excellence in teaching and research. WVPU offers innovative programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level, awarding Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees. At the undergraduate level, the departments of Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications and Psychology are complemented by the Center of Liberal Arts’ multidisciplinary curriculum in the human, social and natural sciences.
Current Faculty Vacancies
There are no faculty vacancies at the moment.
For questions related to your application, please contact the HR Department: hrdepartment@webster.ac.at at WVPU, Praterstraße 23, A — 1020 Vienna.
Your privacy is important to us, and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. All personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice.
Adjunct Faculty
As an adjunct faculty member, you will teach classes in your field of expertise. The diverse adjunct faculty at WVPU contributes to a high-quality learning experience for students. WVPU adjunct faculty are contracted based on a course instruction agreement. Indicate your preferred faculty position in your application.
Current Adjunct Faculty Vacancies
We are looking for Adjunct faculty (f/m/d) in the Psychology Department in the field of:
Drug and Chemical Dependency
The course intends to provide knowledge of addiction mechanisms in the brain and a deeper knowledge about the behavioral, psychological and social consequences of various types of drugs abused. Emphasis is on the pharmacological and neurobiology aspects of drug addiction.
Key responsibilities:
- Preparation for the course and each class meeting (course material can be provided)
- Pedagogical supervision of students’ academic progress related to the course
- Development, proctoring and evaluation of exams (and/or any other form of assessment)
- Punctual submission of grades by the stipulated deadlines
- Maintaining digital records of assignments, exams or tools of assessment and transferring them to the Department following the completion of the course
Adjunct Faculty members at the undergraduate level shall have at least one of the following:
- Hold a master’s degree or higher in a discipline that is relevant to the content of the course taught
or
- Have tested experience, which must include a master’s degree or higher and at least five years of professional experience, in a discipline that is relevant to the content of the course taught.
Total compensation within the framework of a contract is agreed at a total gross remuneration of € 3.636,-. With regard to the relevant social security legislation, the Adjunct Faculty is considered an employee under § 4 Abs. 2 ASVG. The paid out remuneration is therefore subject to deductions for Austrian social insurance and federal income tax deduction. Courses at WVPU are delivered over a 12 week period, 3 hours per week.
The applicant must have the legal right to work in Austria.
Submit application online.
When applying, please provide:
- a curriculum vitae,
- a cover letter including a statement describing your commitment to diversity and contribution to an inclusive professional environment,
- a summary of your research profile, if any,
- a brief explanation of your teaching philosophy, and
- two references
Deadline for applications: July 31, 2023
Review of applications will begin immediately following the deadline and will continue until the position is filled.
WVPU is committed to a non-discriminatory employment policy and a diverse and inclusive community.
For questions related to your application, please contact the HR Department: hrdepartment@webster.ac.at at WVPU, Praterstraße 23, A – 1020 Vienna.
Your privacy is important to us and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. Please be aware that all personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice.
Staff
Current Staff Vacancies
For over 40 years, Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) has provided its students with an internationally competitive, American-style liberal arts education in the heart of Europe. As part of a global network of campuses based in St. Louis, USA, WVPU offers a student-centered education within the framework of a European research university. We offer accredited programs in our Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications and Psychology departments.
Currently, we are looking to make a time-limited scientific support staff appointment in the position of:
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Instructor and Tutor (f/m/d)
Part-time (30 hours/week), starting date: Sept. 1, 2023
Contract end: May 31, 2024
The WVPU Language Center primarily serves the language needs of the university’s students through individual tutoring sessions, student workshops and English language courses for prospective degree-seeking students.
The EAP Instructor and Tutor’s primary tasks include teaching the Intensive English Language and IELTS Exam Preparation Program (IELEPP) to incoming English as a Foreign or Second Language students, and providing English language tutoring and linguistic advising services to degree-seeking students.
Key responsibilities:
- Teaching English language and academic skills as outlined in the shared syllabus and
using the Road to IELTS digital program
- Preparing for the course and each class meeting
- Preparing and administering regular assessments
- Supervising students’ progress and providing regular feedback
- Coordinating regularly with other course instructors
- Providing tutoring services in the university’s Language Center
- Administering, preparing, and leading individual and small-group tutoring sessions
- Analyzing students’ academic needs and providing them with assistance and constructive feedback for further development
- Collaborating with the university’s faculty, staff and external partners on the unit’s related activities
- Representing and promoting the unit and its activities at university events and among the WVPU community
Your profile:
- MA in English Language Teaching, Education, Applied Linguistics or a directly related field; equivalent professional experience
- Experience in English language teaching at university or professional training institutions (e.g., Cambridge Institute)
- Experience working with adult learners
- Experience with IELTS is an asset
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) or Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) qualifications would be an asset
- Full professional fluency in English
The annual gross compensation for this position amounts to EUR 29.574,44 (basis 30 hours/week).
Your application – please provide:
- A cover letter addressing your experience relative to the responsibilities
- A detailed curriculum vitae
- All required diplomas as indicated above
Please send us your complete application via the online form.
Deadline for applications: June 30, 2023
Please note that interview dates can be set prior to the deadline.
WVPU is an equal opportunity employer – we are committed to a non-discriminatory employment
policy and a diverse and inclusive community.
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact the HR department:
hrdepartment@webster.ac.at, Praterstrasse 23, A – 1020 Vienna.
Your privacy is important to us and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. Please be aware that all personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age or any other factors. The mission of the Human Resource Department is to serve as the link between prospective employees and the institution in an attempt to recruit and hire the most qualified individuals for any vacancy within the University Community.
WVPU supports professional development for all of its employees. These include both internal and external initiatives.
Faculty and Staff members
Faculty members:
- WVPU supports its faculty to continuously develop their knowledge and expand the network.
- WVPU regards participation in an international scholarly community as a vital element of knowledge creation and dissemination.
- WVPU invites all status-track faculty to use the existing training services available. Annual performance agreements support all efforts to plan, document, and later assess such efforts including, in particular, publications, participation in workshops and networks, and the presentation of original research at major discipline relevant conferences, which is supported by University travel grants.
Staff members: Biannual Feedback Dialogues support the planning of professional development activities throughout the year. Professional development days and budgets support individual training needs.
Further Training Opportunities
- Computer-based training resources: WVPU offers its faculty and staff a wealth of resources to support their work, expand their knowledge, and develop professional skills through partnerships with industry leaders.
- Class audit and Tuition remission: When deemed appropriate, staff members may be permitted to audit specific, non-language oriented, graduate-level courses in addition to and outside of their working hours. Under special circumstances, staff and faculty members may be eligible for tuition remission.
- Erasmus + Mobility Program: As an active member of Erasmus+, WVPU supports opportunities for staff and faculty to participate in short-term professional development activities at partner institutions.
Every Employee is entitled to one Charity Day per calendar year.
A Charity Day is to contribute and support social causes, volunteering at a local charity, individually or as a group.
WVPU is a leading private, tuition-based university in Austria that takes social responsibility seriously.
Research needs to make a difference for it to matter. Transformative learning means engagement beyond the secure confines of the University, motivating students to lead lives of purpose. WVPU contributes to the public discourse on global issues and serves as a partner and an informal idea laboratory for corporate partners and international and non-governmental organizations with offices in Vienna.
The University encourages faculty, staff, and students to confront social issues and get involved with service whenever and wherever possible. From direct community involvement to the publicly accessible events it organizes, WVPU’s sustained approach to social responsibility epitomizes its efforts to foster global citizenship.
Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that values diversity among staff, faculty and students and considers such diversity critical to cultivating academic excellence and achieving its mission to foster global citizenship.
WVPU has an established four-member Working Group on Equal Opportunities (WGEO) with an elected Diversity Manager serving as its chair.
The mission of the WGEO is to contribute to the expansion of equal opportunities within the WVPU community. As such, the WGEO supports the Executive Board (EB) and the Human Resources Office (HR) in communicating those principles so that all members of the community are fully informed of their rights and responsibilities as put forth in the values of WVPU’s Affirmative Action Plan for Managing Diversity and the Advancement of Women.
This will be done by promoting and reporting on the principles of diversity, inclusivity and equity, aligning with the core values of the global Webster network and the rights and obligations of global citizens.
"I enjoy working with an international team of staff and faculty at WVPU, as we all
strive together to prepare our students for success. I am proud to contribute to the
University’s mission of offering a global-oriented and personalized education to people
from all over the world." Verena Karlsson, Head of the Rector’s Office
"I am so grateful to be part of the WVPU community. I feel supported and challenged every day by the leadership and staff. WVPU has an incredible team of wonderful, intelligent people. A great culture and supportive, transparent leadership. It's a great opportunity to broaden your horizons by meeting new people from different cultures." Mouhanad Mourad, Senior Finance Officer
"WVPU provides a truly global academic milieu with highly dedicated students and faculty from more than 70 countries on all continents. It is a pleasure to be able to develop my research ideas in such a stimulating environment." Jozef Batora, Full Professor of International Relations
''Not only is working with and for students a rewarding experience, it is also enjoyable! Working at WVPU means working with the world as we host over 70 nationalities, which is truly a valuable opportunity to broaden your perspectives and understanding of the world." Mauro Ortiz, Marketing Officer
