Professor of Digital Transformation and Public Law

University of Graz, Austria

Updated: 19 days ago
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 22 Apr 2026

1 Apr 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Graz
Department

Department of Public Law and Political Science
Research Field

Juridical sciences
Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)
Application Deadline

22 Apr 2026 - 23:00 (UTC)
Country

Austria
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Part-time
Hours Per Week

5
Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number

216 / 2026 / 1859
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Scientific Profile

Based at the Department of Public Law and Political Science, the position involves supporting the digital transformation at the interfaces of law, economics and technical implementation from a public law perspective. Teaching focuses on interdisciplinary legal framework conditions of digital transformation and the development and evaluation of contemporary regulatory approaches, in connection with the field of excellence Smart Regulation. The successful candidate will be expected to be committed to interdisciplinary teaching and research, to active participation in university research networks, and to collaboration on projects with legislators, the judiciary, administrators, and the business community.

Employment Requirements

  • Austrian or equivalent foreign higher education degree corresponding with the position (doctorate/PhD)
  • Outstanding academic qualifications in research and teaching in the relevant discipline as well as several years of subject-relevant non-university practical experience (commensurate with stage of academic career and interruptions in employment due to caring responsibilities)
  • Gender mainstreaming and diversity management skills
  • Skills in higher education didactics and online teaching
  • Management and leadership experience
  • Good knowledge of German and English

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, aiming for academic excellence and integrity in research and teaching. He/she will have demonstrated ability to collaborate constructively in a responsible manner and inspire colleagues and students in an interdisciplinary, internationally oriented context.

Application Documents

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vitae with a description of your academic career
  • List of publications, numbered, with a complete bibliographic information, sorted by
    • monographs
    • (co-)edited volumes
    • journal articles
    • other information
  • Presentation of teaching to date
  • List of previous research projects and collaborations
  • Description of future research intentions
  • List of your five most important publications

Please submit your application documents in German or English.

Equality Principle

The University of Graz is committed to increasing the proportion of female employees, especially in leadership roles. We therefore encourage qualified female colleagues in particular to apply for this position. In case of equal qualifications, women will receive priority consideration.

 

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

Contact

Professor Maria Bertel (maria.bertel@uni-graz.at )


Where to apply
Website
https://jobs.uni-graz.at/en/jobs/3eda8d51-c5ad-c25a-34d4-698f2df30d84/apply

Requirements
Research Field
Juridical sciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Languages
GERMAN
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Juridical sciences
Years of Research Experience
More than 10

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer a diverse, challenging, team-oriented working environment and a high degree of personal responsibility. Working hours are flexible and there are many options for further education and personal development.

 

The minimum remuneration as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement is € 11,748.28 gross per year. Salary subject to negotiation.


Website for additional job details

https://jobs.uni-graz.at/en/jobs/3eda8d51-c5ad-c25a-34d4-698f2df30d84

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Department of Public Law and Political Science
Country
Austria
City
Graz
Postal Code
8010
Street
Halbärthgasse 8
Geofield


Contact
City

Graz
Website

https://www.uni-graz.at
Street

Halbärthgasse 8
Postal Code

8010
Phone

(+43) 316 380

STATUS: EXPIRED

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