Job Information
Organisation/Company: Medizinische Universität Wien (Medical University of Vienna)
Department: Rectorate
Research Field: Medical sciences » Other
Researcher Profile: Established Researcher (R3)
Positions: Other Positions
Application Deadline: 15 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)
Country: Austria
Type of Contract: To be defined
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
At the Medical University of Vienna a position as Assistant Professor in Occupational Medicine according to § 99 (5) University Law 2002 (UG) is announced.
The Medical University of Vienna is one of Europe’s premiere institutions for biomedical and clinical research. We are looking for a highly qualified scientist in the field of occupational medicine with enthusiasm for inter- and multidisciplinary research, and commitment to teaching.
The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-track Assistant Professor position (according to § 99 (5) Austrian University Law 2002) for a maximum duration of six years. If, during this time, the successful candidate meets the tenure criteria stipulated in the qualification agreement, he:she will be promoted to tenured Associate Professor. Details are described in the university’s official career development guidelines (https://www.meduniwien.ac.at/web/en/career/career-development-atmeduni-vienna/). The gross salary for this position is based on the collective agreement for university employees (§49, A2) and may be adjusted depending on previous work experience.
The Medical University of Vienna provides an excellent research environment including state-of-the-art research core facilities, and an international PhD program. The position comes with a highly competitive remuneration and benefits package.
Where to apply
E-mail: faculty-recruiting5@meduniwien.ac.at
Requirements
Research Field: Medical sciences » Other
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Your profile:
- Qualification as a specialist in occupational medicine and/or equivalent domestic and foreign qualifications
- Outstanding scientific qualifications in the field of occupational medicine with a focus in clinical diagnosis of occupational diseases and work-place related hazards.
- Completed medical education with PhD or equivalent degree.
- International recognition in the respective research area.
- Successful and continuous acquisition of peer-reviewed third-party funding.
- Educational and didactic qualifications including supervision of Masters and PhD students.
- Diversity and gender competence.
- International working experience
Specific Requirements
The candidate is expected to have an outstanding expertise in occupational medicine with a focus in clinical diagnosis of occupational diseases and work-place related hazards and to strengthen, expand and cross-link existing research topics within the university.
Additional Information
Selection process
The Medical University of Vienna aims to increase the proportion of women in leadership positions, encouraging qualified female candidates to apply. In case of equivalent qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants. Subsidised childcare facilities are available on campus.
Application documents:
Please submit your application in English to faculty-recruiting5@meduniwien.ac.at by September 15th, 2026 at the latest. All files should be merged into a single PDF.
Applications should include:
- curriculum vitae
- list of publications
- list of five key publications with the possibility of electronic downloading
- summary of research and teaching activities
- a concept of future research plans
- contact addresses of three referees
Applicants are also requested to complete the form (FactSheet) posted online and to attach it to their application (https://www.meduniwien.ac.at/Factsheet_Professuren_99_5_UG/).
Information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation can be found at https://www.meduniwien.ac.at/Datenschutz_Professuren/
Additional comments
About us
The Medical University of Vienna is one of Europe’s most established institutions of medical training research, training, and practice. With 8,000 students, it is the largest medical training facility in the German-speaking countries. It comprises 30 departments, two clinical institutes, 13 basic science centres, and numerous specialised laboratories, making the Medical University of Vienna one of the most important institutions of cutting-edge research in biomedicine. (https://www.meduniwien.ac.at/web/en/)
Professor Markus Müller, MD
Rector
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Medical University of Vienna
Country: Austria
City: Vienna
Postal Code: 1090
Street: Spitalgasse 23
Contact
City: Vienna
Website: http://www.meduniwien.ac.at
Street: Spitalgasse 23
Postal Code: 1090