University Assistant postdoctoral

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 of German at the University of Vienna is the largest academic center covering all fields relating to 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, Literary Theory, and Literature for Children and Young Adults are well established. More than 6400 students are enrolled. 

Your personal sphere of play:

As a University Assistant (Post doc), you will work at one of the largest German Studies institutes in the world, within a motivating environment alongside colleagues committed to a broad spectrum of research and university teaching. 

The position is limited to the period of an employee´s leave, from 1 March 2025 to 30 June 2025.

Your future tasks:

You will actively contribute to research, teaching, and administration, which includes: 

• Developing or further enhancing an independent research profile 
• Participating in research projects and academic studies 
• Engaging in international publishing and conference activities 
• Applying for a securing third-party funding for projects
• Preparing or completing a habilitation thesis 
• Independently teaching courses as per the collective agreement 
• Advising and supporting students 
• Contributing to evaluation processes and quality assurance measures 
• Assisting with research, teaching, and departmental administration

This is part of your personality: 

•    A doctoral degree/PhD in Modern German Literature or Comparative Literature (with a focus on German-language literature)
•    Expertise in German-language and European literary history
•    Methodological skills in textual analysis techniques 
•    Didactic skills and Proven Teaching Experience: 
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills 
•    Excellent proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken

•    IT skills 
•    Teamwork capabilities

Additionally expected: 

• Teaching experience and familiarity with e-learning methods 
• Experience participating in research projects
• Publications in reputable, field-specific (peer-reviewed) journals, according to disciplinary standards 
• Experience presenting at international conferences 

Desirable Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with university structures and precedures 
• International experience abroad 
• Experience in student advising 
• Research focus on modern literary and cultural history (18th-21st century), political theory, media history, or the history of science

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 4,752.30 (14 times a year) can be increased based on prior professional experience. 

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

It is that easy to apply:

• A letter of intent
• An academic CV (including publication list, record of teaching activities, list of conference presentations)
• A description of your habilitation projekt (max. 15 pages) 
• Contact details of three potential referees
• Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button