University assistant predoctoral

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 seeking support in Scandinavian Studies! As a university assistant () at the Department of European and Comparative Literature and Language Studies, you will join a highly engaged team that offers a supportive and collaborative environment, as well as access to ongoing research activities. This position is assigned to the Chair of Scandinavian Literary and Cultural Studies.

We value a collegial and cooperative working atmosphere and place great emphasis on both professional and social exchange. Learn more about us at

The position has a total employment duration of 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the contract is automatically extended to 4 years unless the employer submits a non-extension declaration within the first 12 months.

Your future tasks:

This is part of your personality:

• MA degree in Scandinavian Literary and Cultural Studies
• Doctoral research related to the research interests of Scandinavian Literary and Cultural Studies
• Excellent command of written and spoken German and English
• Confident command of a Scandinavian language (Danish, Icelandic, Norwegian or Swedish)
• Strong ability to work in a team

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 3,714,80 (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
• Academic curriculum vitae including a list of publications
• PDF-document and short summary of your Master’s thesis
• Evidence of teaching experience (if available)
• Proposal of a prospective doctoral project
• Degree certificates
• Submit your application via our job portal by clicking the Apply Now button