"Student Assistant for FWF Project on Music and Psychoanalysis"

The FWF project "Music and Psychoanalysis (c. 1910–1970)" is seeking a student assistant (50%) starting in November/December 2025. This position is affiliated with the Institute of Musicology at the University of Vienna and is aimed at master's students in musicology, music therapy, history, psychotherapy, gender studies, or a related field.

Job Details: The role involves 20 hours per week on a part-time basis, with a one-year contract term. The project explores theoretical approaches to the psychoanalytic interpretation of music from approximately 1910 to 1970.

Responsibilities:

• Work independently on a topic in "Music and Psychoanalysis," possibly as part of your master’s thesis.
• Publish at least one article on the topic during the project period.
• Participate in research and archival work.
• Actively develop a project website.

Required Qualifications:

• Completed bachelor's degree in musicology, psychology, psychotherapy, history, or a related subject.
• Proficiency in academic writing.
• High musical competence.
• Basic knowledge of psychoanalytic terminology.
• Excellent English skills and very good French skills.

Advantageous:

• Enthusiasm for independent research.
• High intrinsic motivation.
• Experience in musicological and/or psychotherapeutic research.
• Strong social and communication skills.

What We Offer:

• Work-life balance with flexible, study-friendly hours, remote/hybrid options, and part-time work upon agreement.
• Inspiring international academic team in a healthy environment.
• Good public transport connections in central Vienna.
• Internal training opportunities.
• Freedom to develop research interests, academic supervision, and insight into project-based work.
• Equal opportunities for all, with emphasis on diversity and advancement of women.

Salary: Maximum EUR 1,299.60 for 20 hours working load.

How to Apply: Submit your scientific curriculum vitae, letter of intent, and certificates via the job portal or the "Apply now" button.

For questions, contact: Andrea Korenjak at andrea.korenjak@univie.ac.at.

Application deadline: October 30, 2025.