University Assistant postdoctoral

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. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an

37 Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics  

Job vacancy starting: 01.02.2026 | Working hours:  40,00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) 

Limited contract until: 

Job ID: 5171

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together!

As a university assistant Postdoc (40 hours), you will support the Institute for Statistics and Operations Research in the areas of research, teaching, and administration. For more information on the institute's research areas, please visit https://isor.univie.ac.at/research/ . Ideally, your research interests should match or overlap with those of an existing working group at the institute. 

You will publish your research results in internationally renowned journals and at relevant conferences and workshops. In teaching, you will offer courses in the bachelor's and master's programs in statistics as well as service courses for other programs at the faculty. The language of instruction is primarily German, especially in the bachelor's programs.

You need a completed doctoral/PhD degree for this position.

The contract can start on February 1, 2026, and is negotiable. The term of employment is 4 years from the start of the contract.

•    Completed doctoral/PhD degree in the relevant field
•    Outstanding dissertation
•    Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media
•    Experience in research management 
•    Didactic skills / experience in e-learning
•    IT skills 
•    Excellent knowledge of English (C1) / 
•    Team player and high social/communicative skills

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible 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.

Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 4 years / 48 months increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

• With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent
• With your list of publications
• With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.)
• Doctoral Degree 
• Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters
• ...
• Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button

Hannes Leeb  

hannes.leeb@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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

Application deadline: 25.01.2026