University assistant predoctoral

20 Feb 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Universität Wien

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biological engineering
Biological sciences » Biology
Biological sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

1 Mar 2026 - 00:00 (UTC)

Country

Austria

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Hours Per Week

30

Offer Starting Date

16 Mar 2026

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Job description:

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 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

53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy
Startdate: 16.03.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Reference no.: 5042

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!

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Requirements
Specific Requirements

Your professional field of activity:

The selected candidate will be part of the 'Evolutionary Morphology Research Group' (EvoMorRG; Chair Palaeobiology with Special Emphasis on Vertebrate Palaeontology). The 'Evolutionary Morphology Research Group' at the Department of Palaeontology is an interdisciplinary research team working at the interface between palaeobiology and evolutionary developmental biology of vertebrates for better understanding the evolutionary history of vertebrates (see also www.evomorg.org ).

The members of the 'EvoMoRG' are dedicated to the scientific research of vertebrates of past geological periods and today, and their evolutionary and developmental history through time. Our team currently consists of the head of 'EvoMoRG', a lab manager, three postdocs, five Doctoral, 13 Master, and five Bachelor students.

As a university assistant predoctoral (Doctoral student), you conduct a research project that complements research in our group and that ultimately will lead to a PhD degree. The primary objective of our research is to increase our understanding of the development and evolution of morphological traits of gnathostomes within a phylogenetic context.

As scientists and individuals, we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral parts of our science and society in general, regardless of age, culture, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental difference, politics, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, or subculture. We therefore promote diversity in all areas of our activities and reject strongly and proactively prejudice and stereotyping wherever we encounter it in our profession. For us, empathy, compassion, respect, decency, and humanity are guiding principles.

Your future tasks:

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

• You are involved in projects and scientific studies in the research areas of the 'EvoMorRG'.
• We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
• You work on your cumulative dissertation and its completion within three years.
• You are assisting in laboratory organization and maintenance, especially of our aquarium infrastructure, where we keep various cartilaginous and bony fishes.
• You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching.
• You are willing to engage in international and (depending on the project) interdisciplinary or applied research.
• You are willing to attend national and international conferences to present your research results, and workshops to gain additional scoial and professional skills.

This is part of your personality:

• Diploma or master degree in organismal Biology or Geology/Palaeontology completed; certificate / degree provided in due time before the start of the contract.
• Good knowledge in the areas of zoology, vertebrate paleobiology and evolution.
• Mandatory are analytical skills in phylogenetic methods, R Cran, and geometric morphometrics.
• Desirable but not strictly required are knowledge and application of Amira and/or Drishti software packages for reconstructing CT data.
• Basic knowledge about machine learning is of advantage.
• Very good English skills.
• High motivation to strive for scientific excellence and to publish research results of high quality.
• You are a team player with high social and communicative competence.
• You are able to work independently.
• You have at least basic experience in academic writing.
• You are keen to participate in conferences and research trips.

Additional Information
Benefits

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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Universität Wien

Country

Austria

City

Wien

Postal Code

1010

Contact

City

Wien

Website

http://www.univie.ac.at

Street

Universitätsring 1

Postal Code

1010

STATUS: EXPIRED

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