"University assistant predoctoral"

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an

University assistant predoctoral

34 Faculty of Law
Startdate:01.02.2026 | Working hours:30 | Collective bargaining agreement:§48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:31.01.2030
Reference no.:5092

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:

We are a highly dedicated team working intensively in the area of teaching and researching Austrian and international civil procedure. We offer flexible working hours, possibilities of further and continuing education, a pleasant working atmosphere and an adequate initial salary.

As a university assistant prae doc, you will complement the research team around Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dr.h.c. Paul Oberhammer.

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.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies, pulbications and the organisation of conferences and symposiums.
• We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
• You work on your dissertation and its completion.
• You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.
• In particular, you will contribute to the scientific work of the research center "Institute for Notarial Law".

This is part of your personality:

• Completed Master's degree or Diploma in the field of law
• University studies completed with good success, particularly in the field of civil procedure, proven by results of examinations (presentation of transcript of records and grades mandatory for application), therefore excellent knowledge of Austrian procedural law
• Knowledge of international arbitration law
• Knowledge of university processes and structures
• Basic experience and interest in academic writing and with research methods
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 Level)
• High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing
• Didactic competences
• IT user skills
• You should be a team player with high social skills.

What we offer:

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

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working 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:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae
• With your letter of motivation
• With your summary of reserach interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal
• With your list of publications (if available)
• With evidence of teaching experience (if available)
• With degree certificates
• With your Master Degree / Diploma
• Via our  job portal / Apply now - button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Petra Peirleitner

petra.peirleitner@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team!
​Application deadline: 01/15/2026