More than 7,500 academics at the University of Vienna thrive on continuous exploration and curiosity 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 prae doc, you will complement the research team at the Institute for European Law, International Law and Comparative Law, around Prof. Thomas Jaeger. You will take on exciting tasks such as; participating in research projects, co-teaching and independently teaching courses, as well as organizing scientific conferences.
The contract period upon employment is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship will automatically be extended to 4 years, if the employer does not submit a declaration of non-renewal within the first 12 months.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• Participation in research projects in the entire area of EU law with an individual focus on substantive European law (internal market law, in particular free circulation and/or competition law)
• Independent research in the area of internal market and/or competition law with the aim of publishing nationally and internationally
• A dissertation agreement is expected to be concluded within 12 months
• Participation in scientific conferences and maintaining scientific contacts
• Co- and independent teaching of courses to the extent of the collective agreement provisions
• Student support and examination coordination
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks of the department

This is part of your personality:

• Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of legal studies
• Advantageous: practical and/or international experience (e.g. Erasmus, internships, postgraduate studies)
• Interest in questions of European integration and EU law
• Intention of writing a dissertation in mentioned areas
• Excellent knowledge of the German language, both spoken and written
• Very good command of written and spoken English (C1 Level), futhermore good command another EU working language (preferably French)
• Didactic competences desired
• Independent way of working and quick comprehension
• Good organizational skills

What we offer:

Technically specialized training that can prepare you for a scientific career and is also very popular in the private and public sectors

Close professional support in choosing a topic and carrying out your dissertation project

Contacts and networking: as well as a platform for your own visibility in the legal professional world

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours.

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 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.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3578,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae
• With your letter of intent
• Master Degree  /  Diploma
• Advantageous: list of publications, proof of teaching experience (if any)
• Advantageous: Short concept for a dissertation project
• Via our job portal!