University Assistant postdoctoral

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700  of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral

45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies

Job vacancy starting: 02/01/2027 | Working hours: 40.00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)

Limited contract until: 01/31/2033

Job ID:  6392

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,700 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 Linguistics, 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.

The advertised professorship is affiliated with the field of Modern German Literature, with a particular focus on Austrian Literature. Accordingly, in addition to an outstanding doctoral degree in literary studies, candidates are expected to have a Habilitation project situated within the scope of this professorial field.

Your future tasks

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

• You build up an independent research profile in the field of Modern German Literature.

• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies.

• 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.

• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.

This is part of your personality

• Completed doctoral/PhD studies in Modern German Literature
• An innovative habilitation project, documented in a research proposal
• Expertise in the following areas: 18th-century German-language literature in an international context; Austrian literary and cultural history
• Methodological expertise in literary theory and/or sociology of literature
• Publications in renowned, discipline-relevant outlets (peer-reviewed where appropriate according to disciplinary standards)
• Experience in acquiring and managing externally funded research projects
• Experience of international mobility or professional experience abroad
• Didactic skills / experience in e-learning
• IT skills
• Excellent knowledge of English (C1)

• Team player and high social/communicative skills

• Familiarity with university procedures and structures

• Experience in student supervision and advising

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 5.079,50 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years increases if we can credit professional experience.

Get off to a great start in your new job: the  Welcome Compass helps you settle into your new role at the University of Vienna and life in Vienna.

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

It is that easy to apply

• With your scientific curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, a record of teaching experience, and a list of conference presentations, third-party funding and scholarships)

• Letter of motivation

• Description of the Habilitation project (at least 5 pages of text, plus a 1-page bibliography)

• Certificate confirming completion of a doctoral/PhD degree

• Via our job portal/ Apply now - button

If you have any content questions, please contact

Norbert Christian Wolf

norbert.christian.wolf@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:  11/19/2026

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