"University assistant predoctoral"

University assistant predoctoral

30 Faculty of Catholic Theology
Startdate:16.02.2026 | Working hours:30 | Collective bargaining agreement:§48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:15.02.2030
Reference no.:5055

Your future tasks:

• Preparation of a dissertation at our Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology (conclusion of a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months)
• Own scientific activities (especially the writing of a dissertation) are supported and encouraged.
• Participation in research projects and scientific publications of the department
• Lecturing activities
• Participation in and independent teaching of courses to the extent of the provisions of the collective agreement
• Co-supervision of students
• Participation in the organization of conferences, symposia, excursions
• Participation in teaching and research administration
• Support for the Open Access journal Ex Fonte

Desirable are:

• Completed diploma/master's thesis in the field of liturgical studies
• An additional modern foreign language
• Knowledge of the Roman liturgy
• Knowledge of Hebrew and Ancient Greek
• Basic knowledge of church music

What we offer:

The duration of the contract for employment is 4 years. The employment relationship, which is initially limited to 1.5 years, is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not submit a declaration of non-renewal within the first 12 months.

Work-life balance: 30 hours that can be spread over the entire week.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3714.80 (= gross, on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

This is how easy it is to apply:

• Short letter of motivation
• Academic curriculum vitae
• Short dissertation concept
• Notification of completed diploma/master's degree
• Other training and degree certificates (if available)
• Via our job portal / Apply now button

If you have any questions regarding the content, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Hans-Jürgen Feulner
hans-juergen.feulner@univie.ac.at

Application deadline: 01/17/2026