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University assistant predoctoral 

30 Faculty of Catholic Theology  

Job vacancy starting: 02/16/2026 | Working hours:  30,00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) 

Limited contract until: 02/15/2030

Job ID: 5055

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a University Assistant Praedoc, you will complement the team of the Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology of the Institute of Historical Theology at the Faculty of Catholic Theology of the University of Vienna (Head of Department: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Hans-Jürgen Feulner) and take on tasks such as active participation in teaching as well as your own research and publication activities. In addition, the department is involved in the international, renowned open access journal (Ex Fonte). We attach great importance to a collegial and harmonious working environment and promote social and professional exchange. You can find an insight into our team and our areas of work here: https://lit-ktf.univie.ac.at 

Your future tasks:

You will actively participate in research, teaching and administration, which means:
• Preparation of a dissertation at our Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology (conclusion of a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months)
• Own scientific activities (especially the writing of a dissertation) are supported and encouraged.
• Participation in research projects and scientific publications of the department
• Lecturing activities
• Participation in and independent teaching of courses to the extent of the provisions of the collective agreement
• Co-supervision of students
• Participation in the organization of conferences, symposia, excursions
• Participation in teaching and research administration
• Support for the Open Access journal Ex Fonte

This is part of your personality:

• Requirements:
  • Completed diploma/master's degree in Catholic theology
  • Excellent written and spoken German language skills
  • Good written and spoken English skills
  • Good knowledge of Latin
  • Independent and result-responsible work
  • Comprehensive IT skills, especially MS Office
  • You are a team player with a high level of social/communicative competence.

  Desirable are:
  • Completed diploma/master's thesis in the field of liturgical studies
  • An additional modern foreign language
  • Knowledge of the Roman liturgy
  • Knowledge of Hebrew and Ancient Greek
  • Basic knowledge of church music

What we offer:

The duration of the contract for employment is 4 years. The employment relationship, which is initially limited to 1.5 years, is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not submit a declaration of non-renewal within the first 12 months.

Work-life balance: 30 hours that can be spread over the entire week.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of a diverse team with excellent research infrastructure in a relaxed working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is centrally located and easily accessible by public transport.

Internal training and coaching: We offer you the opportunity to expand and deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. Participation in scientific conferences is supported!

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3714.80 (= gross, on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We are happy about every additional personality in the team!
 

This is how easy it is to apply:

• Short letter of motivation
• Academic curriculum vitae
• Short dissertation concept
• Notification of completed diploma/master's degree
• Other training and degree certificates (if available)
• Via our job portal / Apply now button
 
If you have any questions regarding the content, please contact: 
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Hans-Jürgen Feulner  
hans-juergen.feulner@univie.ac.at

If you have any questions, please contact:

Hans-Jürgen Feulner  

hans-juergen.feulner@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: 01/12/2026