Job Information
Organisation/Company: Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt
Department: Psychology
Research Field: Psychological sciences » Psychology; Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Application Deadline: 2 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)
Country: Austria
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Offer Starting Date: 4 Jan 2027
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?: Yes
Offer Description
Work where science meets quality of life:
The University of Klagenfurt is a dynamic and internationally oriented university in the heart of the Alps-Adriatic region. With around 1,700 employees and 13,000 students, we combine an excellent research climate, innovative teaching, and an open, appreciative culture. Our core values – equality, diversity, health, sustainability, and the compatibility of work and family – shape our daily interactions.
The following position will be filled at the Department of Psychology at the Faculty of Social Sciences. The preferred starting date is January 4, 2027:
Assistant Professor (postdoc), non-tenure track (all genders welcome)
Level of employment: 100% (40 hours/ week)
Minimum Salary: €70,200.20 per annum (gross), Classification according to collective agreement: B1 lit. b
Fixed-term: 6 years
Application deadline: September 2, 2026
Reference code:422/26
Why you will enjoy working with us:
- The employment contract is for the position as Assistant Professor (postdoc), non-tenure track, and stipulates a starting salary of € 5,014.30 gross per month (14 times a year; previous experience deemed relevant to the job can be recognised in accordance with the collective agreement)
- Work where it works best for you – thanks to flexible working hours and remote options
- Team spirit meets diversity – bring your individual background into our dedicated team
- Sustainably mobile – your workplace is on our green campus and easily accessible by public transport
- With us, equal opportunities apply to all: We look forward to every additional personality in the team
- Personal and professional development through diverse offers
- Numerous attractive additional benefits – including a company pension contribution
- Family-friendly and health-promoting university culture – our family services support staff with questions around childcare, compatibility, and family life and offer flexible care and holiday programmes. At the same time, we strengthen health and well-being with a diverse sports, massage, and preventive care programme – see https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/
We look forward to receiving your application including curriculum vitae, letter of motivation, and certificates via our Job Portal under the reference code 422/26 no later than September 2, 2026. Proof of meeting all hiring requirements must be submitted by the application deadline.
This Assistant Professor (postdoc) position is non-tenure-track and is advertised without a qualification agreement.
Do you have further questions? Please contact Prof. Dr. Heather Foran (heather.foran@aau.at). Recruitment and staff matters at the University of Klagenfurt are accompanied by the authority responsible for the recruitment procedure as well as by the Equal Opportunities Working Group and, if applicable, by the Representative for Disabled Persons.
The University of Klagenfurt strives to increase the proportion of women in all areas where they are underrepresented and expressly encourages qualified women to apply.
The university is committed to anti-discrimination, equal opportunities, and diversity. People with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses who meet the required qualification criteria are expressly encouraged to apply.
Travel and accommodation costs incurred during the application process will not be reimbursed.
Translations into other languages shall serve informational purposes only. Solely the version advertised in the University Bulletin (Mitteilungsblatt) is legally binding.
Where to apply
Website: https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/
Requirements
Research Field: Psychological sciences
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Your responsibilities:
- Independent scientific research
- Teaching introductory and specialized courses in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Psychology
- Supervising Bachelor’s and Master’s theses, as well as conducting examinations
- Assisting with administrative and organizational tasks at the institute
- Assisting with the acquisition and implementation of externally funded projects
Your profile:
- A completed doctoral degree in the area of psychological science from a domestic or international university
- A research background in health psychology or a related discipline (e.g., clinical psychology, public health, global mental health, etc.)
- Research experience with international visibility—particularly through publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Very good command of English
- Teamwork and communication skills
Specific Requirements
Desirable qualifications:
- Research interest in the field of family psychology and/or behavioral interventions
- Very good knowledge of quantitative research methods
- Experience in securing and conducting externally funded projects
- Relevant university teaching experience
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Research Field: Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences
Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: University of Klagenfurt
Country: Austria
City: Klagenfurt am Wörthersee
Postal Code: 9020
Street: Universitaetstr. 65-67
Contact
City: Klagenfurt
Website: https://www.aau.at/universitaet/service-kontakt/stellenausschreibungen/informationen-zur-aau/
Street: Universitätsstr. 65-67
Postal Code: 9020
E-Mail: heather.foran@aau.at
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