Responsibilities
* Teaching research-based language, culture, and translation/interpreting courses for Austrian Sign Language (ÖGS), amounting to 9 semester hours per week
* Participation in associated administrative and assessment duties, including 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
* Organising internships, liaising with non‑university institutions and external partners, and engaging in public outreach activities
* Participation in the institute’s research activities and projects in relevant areas and opportunity to conduct own research
* Assisting the departmental coordinator for ÖGS (deputy role)
Qualifications
* 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, and 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 that offer language, translation and/or interpreting internships with Austrian Sign Language
* Membership in the Austrian Sign Language Interpreters’ Association (ÖGSDV) is desirable
* Teamwork and collaboration skills
Benefits
* Meaningful work for the world of tomorrow
* Internal continuing education program, offering interdisciplinary, cross‑professional opportunities
* All usual benefits, ranging from access to healthcare services to the zero‑emission goal
* Diverse and inclusive working environment
* Flexibility with various working time models and family‑career compatibility options
We offer an annual gross salary of at least €52,865.40 for a full‑time position, with the possibility of overpayment based on qualification and experience.
Equality Principle
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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