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 

40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies  

Job vacancy starting: 05/01/2025  | Working hours:  30,00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) 

Limited contract until: 04/30/2029

Job ID: 3491

Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

Who We Are

Your future position is at the Faculty Center for Transdisciplinary Historical and Cultural Studies, under the chair of History of Medicine and the Biomedical Sciences which is headed by Prof. Birgit Nemec.

The Chair of History of Medicine and Biosciences at the Faculty Center for Transdisciplinary Historical-Cultural Studies aims to test and further develop approaches and methods in the field of modern history of knowledge and political epistemologies of medicine and the life sciences and to connect the department's institutes in research and teaching. The current thematic focus of the chair includes sex/gender diversity; medical products; risks and reproductive health; patient activism; dis/ability and global health as well as oral history methods and methods of research collaboration.

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:

• Your main task is to complete your dissertation! If not yet done, a doctoral thesis agreement is expected to be concluded within 12 months.
• Teaching, in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement
• As a member of the chair you actively participate in shared research, teaching and administration tasks

This is part of your profile:

• MA/diploma degree in history or in cultural studies; very good or excellent course record
• High level of written and oral communication skills in English
• Ability and will to independent scientific work
• Ability to work in a team and interest in actively participating in the social life of the department

Advantages

• Interest in theoretical and methodological debates in the history of science and medicine, i.e. global or transregional perspectives; intersectional, postcolonial, disability, queer or gender issues and methods, oral history methods
• Convincing outline of a PhD project
• A good knowledge of German is an advantage, but at least a basic knowledge of German is expected, along with a willingness to develop it further
• Teaching experience

What we offer:

Team: An interdisciplinary, excellently networked and highly motivated working environment in research, teaching and public outreach/engagement

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

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 in the center of beautiful Vienna 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 3277,30 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to increase diversity and invite diverse personalities in the team! Please do let us know if you believe your profile will increase diversity or if you consider yourself part of a marginalised group. 

It is that easy to apply:

• Letter of intent which indicates your motivation and interest in the position (max. 2 pages)
• Scientific curriculum vitae incl. a list of publications and presentations
• Summary of research interests and/or a draft proposal of the doctoral project (max. 5 pages)
• 1 Reference letter (not mandatory)
• Copies of certificates 
• Via our job portal/ Apply now-button

Please submit all your documents in PDF format.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Birgit Nemec  

birgit.nemec@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 02/17/2025