At the University of Vienna more than 10,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them do research and teaching, around 2,900 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral 

 45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies 

Job vacancy starting: 12/01/2025 | Working hours: 40.00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) 

Limited contract until: 01/31/2031

Job ID: 4836

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!

The Department at the University of Vienna is the largest academic center covering all fields relating to the German language and German-language literatures. The core areas are Modern German Literature, Medieval German Language and Literature, Germanic Linguistic, German as a Foreign and Second Language, and German Teaching Methodology. In addition, the areas of Gender Studies, Cultural Studies, Media Theory, Literary Theory, and Literature for Children and Young Adults are well established. More than 5000 students are enrolled.

Your personal sphere of play:

As a university assistant post doc, you will have the opportunity to work at one of the largest departments of German Philology worldwide consisting of an inspiring group of people dedicated to a manifold range of research and academic teaching.

Your future tasks:

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

• You build up an independent research profile in the field of Early German Language and Literature.
• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of Early German Language and Literature.
• 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.
• You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance.

This is part of your personality: 

• Completed doctoral/PhD studies in subject in the field of Early German Language and Literature
• A focus on literature from the turn of the Middle Ages to the early modern period is required.
• Expertise in the field of the materiality of tradition is desirable.
• Outstanding dissertation
• Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media
• Experience in independently teaching university courses is expected
• Experience in participating in research projects
• Didactic skills/experience in e-learning
• IT skills
• Knowledge of university processes and structures is desirable
• Experience in student support
• Excellent English skills (C 1)
• Team player with high social/communication skills

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 62 months 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
• Description of research interests and research plans / habilitation project, if applicable (max. 1 p.)
• Doctoral Degree 
• Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters
• Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any content questions, please contact:

Stephan Müller

stephan.mueller@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: 11/06/2025