Lecturer without Doctorate (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities

• Teaching research-based language, culture, and translation/interpreting courses, specifically for Austrian Sign Language (ÖGS), amounting to 9 semester hours per week
• Participation in associated administrative and assessment duties incl. subject-specific examinations
• Contribution to the development of teaching materials for language and translation/interpreting courses in ÖGS
• Supporting students in planning their Master's theses in the field of ÖGS
• Organizing internships, liaising with non-university institutions/external partners, and engaging in public outreach activities
• Participation in the institute’s research activities and projects in relevant areas and the opportunity to conduct your own research
• Assisting the departmental coordinator for ÖGS (deputy role)

Your Profile

• Completed university degree (Diploma or Master’s), preferably in translation studies or an equivalent academic qualification.
• Extensive, relevant professional experience in Austrian Sign Language translation and interpreting in a variety of settings
• Proven teaching experience in the field of translation and interpreting
• Familiarity with fundamental translation studies theories and recent research in sign language translation and interpreting
• Excellent linguistic and cultural competence in German (native speaker level) and ÖGS, as well as excellent knowledge of the linguistic structure of ÖGS
• Ability to engage in critical academic reflection
• High level of sensitivity in engagement with the Deaf community
• Very good digital skills and experience with relevant IT and video technologies
• Interest in collaboration with institutions and organisations which offer language, translation and/or interpreting internships with Austrian Sign Language
• Membership in the Austrian Sign Language Interpreters’ Association (ÖGSDV) (desirable)
• Teamwork and collaboration skills

Application Documents

The following documents are required for an application:

• Academic CV
• Letter of Motivation
• Evidence of completion of the degree required for the position
• All relevant certificates, including proof of language proficiency

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52.865,40 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

We Offer

About us

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Contact

Univ. Prof. Dr. Nadja Grbić I [email protected]

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

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