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IT:U – the Interdisciplinary Transformation University in Linz, Austria offers
One position for a post-doctoral researcher to contribute to the project Caring Robots // Robotic Care
We are hiring a post-doctoral researcher for the project Caring Robots // Robotic Care (https://www.caringrobots.eu), 25 hours per week.
In the project, we investigate possible roles of robotic technology within systems of care for the elderly. Partners include TU Wien, Caritas Wien and the Technical Museum Wien.
Responsibilities
- supporting the field work in care homes
- designing and conducting evaluation studies
- contributing to the projects design efforts
- supporting the development of project reports and research publications
- contributing to the development of a research agenda beyond the project lifetime
Your profile
- finished or are close to finishing your doctorate in a field related to human-robot interaction
- experience with participatory design processes and ethnographic work
- theoretical understanding of socio-technical systems
- interest in responsible innovation and ethics
- experience in conducting and publishing studies in this field
What you can expect
- Innovative and stimulating working conditions in an interdisciplinary, international research environment
- Office kitchen with complimentary basic supplies (snacks, coffee, milk, etc.)
- Free parking or an Austria Climate Ticket (convenient public transportation connections)
- We offer a gross salary in line with the market from EUR 4.932,90.- on a full-time basis (40h)
Please Apply
- CV
- motivational letter
- Starting date: 1 June 2025
*come as you are – we value and promote diversity in our team. Everyone is encouraged to realize their full potential, realize ideas and seize opportunities. Regardless of age, skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or origin, we welcome applications from all people equally.