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University Assistant postdoctoral 

37 Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics  

Job vacancy starting: 01/01/2026 | Working hours:  40,00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) 

Limited contract until: 12/31/2029

Job ID: 4727

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together!

Your personal sphere of play:

The faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics at the University of Vienna invites applications for the position at the assistant professor level ("University Assistant") in the field of Accounting. The contract is limited to 4 years. Applicants should have completed a PhD in Business Administration with focus on Accounting, and preferably on issues related to IAS 38 - Investment in R&D.

Knowledge of German is an asset, but not required.

The candidate should have published articles in leading peer-reviewed scientific journals and demonstrated the ability to secure third party funding.

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• You build up an independent research profile in the field of accounting.
• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of accounting.
• You publish internationally and give lectures.
• You apply for projects and raise third-party funds.
• You prepare and complete a publication-ready habilitation.
• You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• You supervise your students in the field of accounting.
• You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance.
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.

This is part of your personality: 

•    Completed doctoral/PhD studies in business administration with focus on accounting, and preferebly on issues related to IAS 38 - Investment in R&D.
•    Outstanding dissertation
•    Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-reviewed journals
•    Experience in research management and in leading project staff
•    Didactic skills / experience in e-learning. Formal teaching accreditation will be an asset.
•    IT skills
•    Knowledge of: IAS/IFRS and ESRS is a significant advantage
•    Excellent knowledge of English (C1)
•    Team player and high social/communicative skills
•    Knowledge of qualitative methodologies, including qualitative interviews, textual analysis, and content analysis
•    Previous professional experience in the accounting field is desirable

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4,932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 4 years increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent
• With your list of publications
• With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.)
• Doctoral Degree 
• Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Karl Franz Dörner  

karl.doerner@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 10/11/2025