Learning & Development Specialist

Learning & Development Specialist

Full Time (40 h/w)

Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria / Home Office possible

EUR 3,800* gross/month (full time base salary excluding overtime), position limited until 12/2027 (leave replacement; extension tbd)

ISTA is growing. Grow with us!

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. Get an insight!

Your responsibilities

The Human Resources division at ISTA provides comprehensive support to all employees (scientists, colleagues in administrative and scientific support), guided by modern and forward looking HR practices. As a growing international research campus, ISTA places strong emphasis on the continuous professional development of its non-scientific staff and leaders, who play a key role in enabling excellent research. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and experienced Learning & Development Specialist. In this role, you will actively shape and further advance core personnel development & talent management topics for non-scientific staff, contributing to a sustainable learning culture. The position combines conceptual work with hands-on implementation and offers interesting scope for design and innovation.

• Further develop, coordinate, and implement the annual in-house training program for non-scientific staff, aligned with organizational needs and future skill requirements
• Identify learning needs and translate them into new learning formats and content, including digital and blended approaches in close cooperation with internal stakeholders (e.g. IT & Digital Transformation)
• Proactively drive the development of new concepts in Talent and Competency Management
• Take responsibility for selected elements of the leadership development portfolio
• Further develop and coordinate the onboarding program, ensuring a consistent and engaging start at ISTA
• Act as a sparring partner for internal stakeholders on learning and development topics
• Contribute to HR projects within the unit (e.g. intranet, further development and digitalization of appraisal interviews)

Your profile

• Completed relevant education, preferably with a specialization in Human Resources, Learning & Development, or a related field; Trainer certification/experience is an advantage
• Proven experience in designing and implementing training programs and learning formats for diverse target groups (incl. e-learning)
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills combined with a pragmatic, hands-on attitude
• High level of initiative, structured working style, and solution-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills in English and German
• Experience in leadership development and coaching is a plus
• Experience in an international and/or academic environment is an advantage

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Your benefits

• Education & training
• Cafeteria
• Childcare
• Free shuttle bus
• Multiple health offers
• Pension insurance

⁎ This position comes with possible overpayment depending on education, qualification and work experience. ISTA processes your personal data in accordance with the law. For more information, please refer to ww www.ista.ac.at/data-protection.

Am Campus 1, 3400 Klosterneuburg, Austria
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