Scientific Project Staff Project NICO (m/f/d)
About the Project
The research project NICO (Navigating Informal Caregivers' Occupational Balance) develops an AI-supported, browser-based solution to help informal caregivers access appropriate support services, promoting health, well-being, and occupational balance. Combining expertise in health sciences, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence, IMC Krems and Duervation GmbH are collaboratively developing and evaluating a user-centred prototype using co-design and AI-driven approaches.
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Your tasks
You are a pioneer in your field
- Conduct qualitative research activities, including interviews and focus groups.
- Identify, map, and analyse health and social care services available in Austria.
- Contribute to data analysis and the interpretation of research findings.
- Support the planning and facilitation of co-design workshops and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations, and project reports.
- Assist with knowledge translation, dissemination, and outreach activities.
Your profile
You have an open-minded profile
- Completed Master's degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing Science, Psychology, Sociology, Health Services Research, or a related field.
- Experience with qualitative research methods and participatory research approaches, as well as proficiency in qualitative data analysis software (e.g., MAXQDA or NVivo).
- Experience in scientific writing and publishing.
- Interest in Digital Health, Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Ageing, and Informal Caregiving.
- Motivation to further develop an independent academic profile, for example through doctoral (PhD) studies.
- Excellent English skills and good German skills, both written and spoken, are required.
You are a team player with strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn. We value a professional demeanor and a respectful, collaborative approach to working with others. We expect you to work independently, efficiently, and in a goal-oriented manner.
Your benefits
We offer you appreciative services
We offer you appreciative services
Flexible working models
Working from home
Extensive further training
IMC Krems is not subject to a collective agreement. For this position we offer a monthly gross salary of Euro 1.940,-- on a parttime basis (25 hours per week) and master degree.
This position is limited from February 2027 to the end of December 2029.
For further information about the project, prospective applicants are welcome to contact the Principal Investigator, Prof. (FH) Hanna Köttl, PhD, MSc, BSc, directly at [email protected]
About the Project
The research project NICO (Navigating Informal Caregivers' Occupational Balance) develops an AI-supported, browser-based solution to help informal caregivers access appropriate support services, promoting health, well-being, and occupational balance. Combining expertise in health sciences, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence, IMC Krems and Duervation GmbH are collaboratively developing and evaluating a user-centred prototype using co-design and AI-driven approaches.
What sets us apart
from the rest
Highly ranked in terms of both teaching and research, we can offer an innovative, international working environment in the heart of the Wachau Cultural Landscape and World Cultural Heritage Region.
IMC Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Krems GmbH
Piaristengasse 1
3500 Krems
Austria
Further Information
(cover letter, CV, relevant certificates).