University assistant predoctoral / Team ao. Univ.-Prof. Piska

University assistant predoctoral / Team ao. Univ.-Prof. Piska

34 Faculty of Law
Startdate:18.06.2026 | Working hours:30 | Collective bargaining agreement:§48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:17.06.2030
Reference no.:5598

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

At the Institute for Constitutional and Administrative Law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Vienna, under the direction of ao.Univ.-Prof. Christian Piska, a University Assistant (prae-doc) position is available in the field of public law. Our research focuses in public law are: economic and climate protection law, waste management law, data protection law, fundamental rights and european union law, artificial intelligence, fintech law (in particular crypto law, including virtual currencies and blockchain technology), platform regulation, traffic and motor vehicle law, competition law and gambling law.

Your future tasks:

You will actively contribute to research, teaching, and administration, including:

• Assistance in research, teaching, and administration
• Participation in trendsetting and practice-oriented research projects
• Contribution to publications
• Writing a doctoral dissertation
• Independent teaching in accordance with collective agreement provisions
• Student supervision and examination activities

Your profile:

Required Qualifications

• Completed degree in law (Diploma or Master’s degree in law qualifying for doctoral studies, or an equivalent qualification with a focus on Austrian and European public law)
• Prior knowledge of and specific interest in the department’s main research areas: economic and climate protection law, waste management law, data protection law, fundamental rights and EU law, artificial intelligence, fintech law (in particular crypto law, including virtual currencies and blockchain technology), platform regulation, transport and motor vehicle law, competition law, and gambling law
• A well-developed and convincing concept for a dissertation project within the department’s research framework (conclusion of a dissertation agreement is expected within 3–6 months)
• Own publications within the scope of the chair’s research projects
• Excellent written and spoken legal expression skills
• German language proficiency at least at C1 level
• Very good command of written and spoken English
• Highly developed skills in using and prompting AI, AI generating as well as creating presentations (PowerPoint) and legal texts
• Relevant professional experience that can contribute to the department's work
• High degree of independence
• Quick comprehension skills
• Ability to work in a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in academic research
• Interest and readiness in complex legal issues
• Ability to work under pressure
• Motivation to master challenges

What we offer:

The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration.

We are a young and committed team looking for highly motivated colleagues. Not only do we offer a creative working atmosphere, but also great national and international contacts to universities, research facilities, startups, corporates and law firms along with opportunities to contribute to research, teaching, and training.

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.

Inspiring working atmosphere:You will be part of an international team with excellent research facilities in a relaxed work 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 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

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

It is that easy to apply:

• Letter of motivation describing and justifying your research interests
• Academic CV (including list of publications, presentations, and courses taught, if applicable)
• Short concept for a dissertation project
• Degree certificates
• Proof of completed Master’s/Diploma degree
• Application via our job portal

If you have any content questions, please contact:
Christian Piska
christian.piska@univie.ac.at

Application deadline: 05/14/2026