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University Assistant postdoctoral
45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies
Job vacancy starting: 10/01/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY) | Working hours: 40.00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited contract until: 09/30/2031
Job ID: 4167
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 Institute for Classical Philology, Medieval and Neo-Latin is dedicated to the study and teaching of the language and literature of ancient Greece and Rome, including Late Antiquity, as well as the late, medieval, and Neo-Latin language and literature.
At the core of the program is a thorough education in Greek and Latin that enables critical evaluation of historical texts, along with the interpretation of literary works from European antiquity that have significantly influenced world culture and continue to do so. Accordingly, in addition to researching antiquity itself, the institute places special emphasis on the study of its reception and impact throughout history, as well as on interdisciplinary questions.
The Institute for Classical Philology, Medieval and Neo-Latin is part of the Faculty of Philology and Cultural Studies. We value a diversity of disciplines, international orientation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and collegial exchange.
Your future tasks:
You actively participate in research, teaching, and administration, which means:
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You develop an independent research profile in the field of Latin Studies (focus on Classical Latin).
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You contribute to research projects and academic studies.
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You publish internationally and give academic presentations.
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You apply for third-party funded projects.
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You prepare and complete a publishable postdoctoral thesis (Habilitation).
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You independently conduct courses and administer examinations in accordance with the collective agreement regulations.
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You take part in evaluation measures and quality assurance.
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You take on administrative responsibilities in research and teaching.
This is part of your personality:
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Completed doctoral/PhD studies in the field of Classical Philology / Latin Studies
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Excellent command of Latin and Ancient Greek
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A specialization in ancient epic or ancient drama is desirable; interest in literary theory, narratology, and reception history is also welcomed
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Demonstrated research competence and independent research initiative through international publications
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Teaching skills, ideally including experience with e-learning
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Very good knowledge of German, good knowledge of English
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Team player with strong social and 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 6 years / 72 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:
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With your academic CV / letter of intent
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With your list of publications
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With a summary of your research focus and plans (max. 1 page)
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With proof of completed doctoral/PhD studies
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Via our job portal / "Apply Now" button
If you have any questions, please contact:
Andreas Heil
andreas.heil@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.
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Application deadline: 06/27/2025
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