Director, Country Coordinator - Austria (M/F)

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OpenBinacle Country Coordinators (Directors) in Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, and Language Technology

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OpenBinacle is developing next-generation technologies in Artificial Intelligence (AI), 6G mobile communication networks and systems, optical networks, satellite communications, multimedia and mobile systems, radio access networks, city and local networks, broadcasting systems, navigation systems, sensor and IoT systems, and radar systems.

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In addition, OpenBinacle is a leading Pan-African AI and language technology platform advancing innovation in Natural Language Processing (NLP), machine translation, and African language digital infrastructure. Through a robust network of research partners, developers, and universities across the continent, we are committed to empowering African languages and building scalable AI ecosystems.

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Position Announcement:

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As part of our global expansion strategy, OpenBinacle is recruiting distinguished academic leaders to serve as Country Coordinators (Directors) in strategic markets, including Austria and around the world.

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Role Overview:

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OpenBinacle is seeking a Country Director / Coordinator to represent the organization in their respective country. As a Country Coordinator, you will serve as OpenBinacle’s official academic and institutional representative, leading:

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• national academic partnerships
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• AI and engineering research collaborations
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• technology ecosystem development
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• the adoption and deployment of OpenBinacle technologies
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You will serve as the primary liaison between OpenBinacle Global Headquarters and your country’s universities, research institutions, and government agencies.

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This position requires visionary leadership, academic excellence, and a pioneering spirit to help advance the global development of AI, language technologies, and next-generation communication systems. So, bring your leadership and pioneering spirit.

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Strategic Leadership Responsibilities

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Country Coordinators will be expected to:

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• Establish and lead national academic partnerships
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• Promote AI and language technology research collaborations
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• Support the adoption of OpenBinacle technologies within universities and national innovation ecosystems
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• Facilitate collaboration between OpenBinacle Global Headquarters and national academic institutions
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• Support the development of national research networks and innovation ecosystems
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• Represent OpenBinacle at academic, government, and international technology forums
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Eligibility and Qualifications:

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OpenBinacle seeks highly accomplished academic leaders with demonstrated excellence in research, innovation, and institutional leadership.

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Candidates should possess a distinguished record of scholarly research, publications, and academic leadership.

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Applicants must demonstrate:

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• Experience in international research programs or global technology initiatives
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• Experience supervising PhD candidates and leading research laboratories
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• Contributions to policy development, innovation ecosystems, or national research programs
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• Strong international academic and institutional networks
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Academic Rank

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Applicants must hold one of the following academic positions at a recognized university or research institution:

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• Full Professor, or
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• Associate Professor with a PhD and a strong international research profile, or
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• Senior Research Scientist / Principal Investigator at a recognized research institute.
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Research and Leadership Experience

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Applicants should demonstrate:

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• A strong international publication record in reputable journals or conferences
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• Experience leading or participating in major research projects or academic consortia
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• Established collaborations with universities, research institutes, or government agencies
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• Proven ability to develop research partnerships and interdisciplinary initiatives
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Experience in Artificial Intelligence, language technologies, communications engineering, or digital language infrastructure will be considered a significant advantage.

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Educational Background

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Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, including but not limited to:

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Mathematics and Theoretical Foundations

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• Mathematics
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• Applied Mathematics
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• Statistics
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• Mathematical Modeling
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Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences\n

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• Data Science
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• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
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• Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
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Computer and Information Sciences\n

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• Computer Science
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• Software Engineering
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• Information Engineering
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• Information Systems
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• Distributed Systems
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• Cloud Computing
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Engineering and Communication Systems\n

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• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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• Telecommunications Engineering
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• Communications Engineering
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• Optical Communications Engineering
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• Signal Processing
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• Embedded Systems Engineering
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• Robotics and Intelligent Systems
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Speech and Language Technologies\n

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• Speech Recognition
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Language and Linguistics\n

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• Morpho-Syntax
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• Phonetics and Phonology
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• Semantics and Pragmatics
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• Language Technology
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Humanities and Social Sciences (Relevant to Language Ecosystems)\n

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• Digital Humanities
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• Anthropology (especially Linguistic Anthropology)
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• African Studies
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• Language Policy and Planning
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Benefits and Global Recognition:

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• Country Coordinators will participate in OpenBinacle’s national innovation and growth framework, which includes performance-based incentives linked to the development and adoption of OpenBinacle technologies within their designated country.
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• These incentives recognize leadership in ecosystem development, strategic partnerships, and national technology deployment.
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• Specific details of the national partnership framework and incentive structure will be communicated to selected candidates during the appointment process.
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Selected candidates may also participate in future OpenBinacle research initiatives, technology partnerships, and innovation ventures, reinforcing their position as founding academic leaders in the global OpenBinacle network.

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Application Procedure

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If you are the right candidate for this position, please submit the following documents to [email protected] using the subject: Director, Country Coordinator - Austria - DCC01OB:

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• Statement of Interest (1–2 pages)
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• Proof of Academic Appointment
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• Selected Publications (optional)
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