Tenure Track Professor of Inclusive Education with focus on social-emotional development

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Tenure Track Professor of Inclusive Education with focus on social-emotional development Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): L'Università di Graz cerca un Professore universitario di educazione inclusiva con focus sullo sviluppo socio-emotivo. Il candidato selezionato inizierà come Professore assistente con un contratto a tempo determinato di sei anni, con possibilità di diventare Professore associato a tempo indeterminato. Le principali mansioni includono la ricerca su approcci innovativi per l'inclusione e il supporto individuale attraverso tecnologie assistive e media digitali. È richiesta una laurea di dottorato in educazione, psicologia, sociologia o discipline correlate, oltre a una solida esperienza nella ricerca e nell'insegnamento. È preferibile la conoscenza del tedesco e dell'inglese, nonché esperienza internazionale nella presentazione di lavori accademici. Scientific Profile Initially the successful candidate starts as an Assistant Professor with a qualification agreement for a fixed term tenure phase of six years. After successful completion of the qualification goals, the position will be converted into a permanent Associate Professor position. The tenure-track professorship will strengthen the Inclusive Education research group and further develop the research area of social-emotional development. In addition to prevention, intervention and diagnostic approaches in the field of social-emotional development, the focus will be on researching innovative teaching and learning processes, with particular emphasis on inclusion, participation and mental health. The professorship is intended to expand our research in this area with regard to assistive technologies, the use of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) and individual support using digital media for inclusion. This will further enhance the international visibility of the University of Graz in the field of Inclusive Education. This research focus represents an important link to the Centre for Empirical Research in Inclusion (CERI) and to the “Future Education” and “Heterogeneity and Cohesion” research networks. Employment Requirements Austrian or equivalent foreign higher education degree corresponding with the position (doctorate/PhD) in the field of education, psychology, sociology, or a closely related discipline considered equivalent for the position Outstanding academic qualifications in research and teaching in the relevant discipline and for the profile of the professorship (commensurate with stage of academic career and interruptions in employment due to caring responsibilities) Several years of experience as post-doc or in a similar position Excellent knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative empirical research methods Skills in attracting subject-specific project grants Skills in higher education didactics including the use of digital media Gender mainstreaming and diversity management skills Professional experience abroad during academic career is preferred Very good knowledge of German and English International experience in presenting papers and delivering lectures Selection Criteria The successful candidate will be highly motivated, aiming for academic excellence and integrity in research and teaching. He/she will have demonstrated ability to collaborate constructively in a responsible manner and inspire colleagues and students in an interdisciplinary, internationally oriented context. Application Documents Letter of application Curriculum Vitae List of publications, numbered, with a complete bibliographic information, sorted by monographs (co-)edited volumes journal articles other information Submission of the three most important publications Presentation of any teaching and lecturing activities Presentation of any previous research projects and collaborations Exposé of future plans and goals in the field of research Please submit your application documents in German or English. Equality Principle The University of Graz is committed to increasing the proportion of female employees, especially in leadership roles. We therefore encourage qualified female colleagues in particular to apply for this position. In case of equal qualifications, women will receive priority consideration. Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position. Hearing Dates Planned dates of the applicant`s presentation: 03.12.2026 - 04.12.2026 Contact For questions regarding the focus and profile of the position, please contact Lisa Paleczek ( lisa.paleczek@uni-graz.at ) Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).