As Austria's largest research and technology organisation for applied research, we are dedicated to make substantial contributions to solving the major challenges of our time, climate change and digitalisation. To achieve our goals, we rely on our specific research, development and technology competencies, which are the basis of our commitment to excellence in all areas. With our open culture of innovation and our motivated, international teams, we are working to position AIT as Austria's leading research institution at the highest international level and to make a positive contribution to the economy and society.
The Center for Innovation Systems & Policy focuses on current and future requirements for research and innovation systems, as well as on the actions and policy options emerging for research, technology, and innovation policy (RTI policy) and its stakeholders. Our work concentrates on transformation processes ("transitions") in fields such as energy, mobility, food systems, and urban development, as well as on potentially disruptive technologies and their potential impacts, particularly in the context of the digitalisation and decarbonisation of the economy and society. For our location in Vienna, we are seeking for an:
The Center for Innovation Systems & Policy focuses on current and future requirements for research and innovation systems, as well as on the actions and policy options emerging for research, technology, and innovation policy (RTI policy) and its stakeholders. Our work concentrates on transformation processes ("transitions") in fields such as energy, mobility, food systems, and urban development, as well as on potentially disruptive technologies and their potential impacts, particularly in the context of the digitalisation and decarbonisation of the economy and society. For our location in Vienna, we are seeking for an:
Expert Advisor (m/f/d) for Research, Innovation & Industrial Policy
CENTER FOR INNOVATION SYSTEMS & POLICY
- Contributing to and leading projects on current RTI and industrial policy issues at national and European levels;
- Addressing socio-technical transformations, particularly related to digitalisation and decarbonisation;
- Conducting comparative analysis and forecasting of current RTI and industrial policy developments and strategies relevant to Austria and Europe;
- Communicating scientific content to stakeholders in policy, business, and society, for example, in the form of policy briefs, short expert assessments, and through social media;
- Collaborating with the center’s and AIT management on internationally visible initiatives in the field of RTI and industrial policy (e.g., Technology Talks Austria, international networks).
Your qualifications as an Ingenious Partner:
- A degree in social or political sciences, (macro-)economics, or a multidisciplinary field, preferably with a Ph.D., along with a broad interest in current research and innovation policy developments relevant to the economy and society;
- Extensive, including international, professional experience in research, research funding, and/or RTI policy organisations at a national or European level;
- Experience with and understanding of qualitative and quantitative social research methods and their interpretation;
- Interest in and experience with the application of foresight methods and/or the evaluation of policy measures;
- Experience in communicating scientific content to diverse target groups;
- Excellent communication skills in German and English, and preferably in an additional foreign language.
What to expect:
The minimum gross annual salary on a full-time basis (38,5 h / week) according to the collective agreement is EUR 57.890,--. The actual salary will be determined individually, based on your qualifications and experience. In addition, we offer company benefits, flexible working conditions, individual training and career opportunities.
At AIT diversity and inclusion are of great importance. This is why we strive to inspire women to join our teams in the field of technology. We welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in case of equal qualifications after taking into account all relevant facts and circumstances of all applications.
Please submit your application including your CV, cover letter (in which you describe your specific research interests and your methodological strengths) and certificates online:
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