The Institute for Habsburg and Balkan Studies (IHB), a research institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW), Austria’s leading non-university research and science institution, is offering a Position as
POSTDOC (W/M/X) full time / 40 hours per week
(Full-time employee)
(Office)
to be filled from August 1, 2025 for a limited period of thirteen months. Part-time employment possible upon agreement.
Your Tasks
- Preparation and submission of an independent project proposal in a highly competitive national or international funding program in the field of modern art history of the Habsburg Monarchy, preferably using digital or computational methods
- Independent research activities and publications
- Engaged participation in the activities of the institute and the research unit
Your Profile
- University degree (PhD) in the fields of modern art history or digital humanities
- Excellent knowledge of English is required, other language skills are an advantage
- Experience in acquiring third-party funding is an advantage
- Several years of relevant professional experience are an advantage
- In-depth knowledge of and experiences in digital and computational humanities are an advantage
Our Offer
- Exciting tasks in a dynamic environment
- Flexible working hours, up to 40% remote work possible in accordance with the working agreements of the OeAW
- Attractive social benefits for employees
- Opportunity to strengthen your own research profile
- The monthly gross salary is € 4.930,60 according to the collective agreement of the OeAW
Please apply online including the following documents in English or German no later than June 15, 2025:
- Letter of motivation(max. 1 page)
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form
- Certificates for full academic record(BA, MA, PhD)
- Outline of the intended third-party funded project(max. 3 pages, including references)
- Writing sample in the scope of an article
The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
