University Assistant (PhD position)

16 Jan 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Innsbruck

Department

Faculty of Catholic Theology

Research Field

Religious sciences » Theology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Application Deadline

26 Feb 2026 - 00:00 (UTC)

Country

Austria

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Hours Per Week

20 hours per week; will be increased to 30 hours per week once the dissertation agreement has been signed

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

Start date/duration

• 01.03.2026
• for 4 years

Job profile:

Your tasks:

• Dissertation in the field of fundamental theology (with religious studies) and dogmatics
• Independent research in the field of systematic theology - in particular fundamental theology, religious studies and theology of religions
• Independent teaching in fundamental theology and religious studies
• Training and further education: participation in conferences, congresses and training courses
• Participation in organisational and administrative tasks, especially in connection with international research collaborations such as PLURIEL and HEST

Your profile:

• Completed relevant Master's, Magister or Diplom degree in Catholic theology (degree in systematic theology, dogmatics or fundamental theology); Demonstrable interest in theology in the signs of the times, especially in the context of gender studies; Engagement with current drafts in systematic theology; Qualifications in religious studies, Judaism or Islamic studies desirable; Very good written and spoken German and English, other language skills an advantage; Please include written reflections on your dissertation project with your application (max. 5 pages)
• Ability to work in a team and co-operative approach
• Expertise in dealing with students

Application:

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

The full, legally binding call for application (in German) including the salary can be found here:
https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=15458

The University of Innsbruck is committed to raising the quota of female employees and therefore explicitly welcomes applications from qualified female scientists. In the case of female underrepresentation women with equal qualifications will be given priority.

In accordance with Austrian disability laws qualified people with special requirements are expressly encouraged to apply for jobs. For further information, please contact the Disability Officer for Academic Staff at behindertenvertrauensperson-br1@uibk.ac.at .

Where to apply

Website

https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=15458

Requirements
Additional Information
Benefits

What the University of Innsbruck offers:

From a company pension scheme, to flexible working hours and child care facilities the University of Innsbruck offers its employees a wide range of benefits which is being continuously extended.

Along with interesting oppurtunities for the participation in job-related and personal further education courses, and the succesful compatibility of career and family, employees can benefit from a large range of courses offered by the University Sports Institute (USI), the language courses offered by the ISI, the University Library and take advantage of the various canteens offering reasonably priced food.

A summary of the benefits for University employees can be found here: http://www.uibk.ac.at/universitaet/zusatzleistungen/

Additional comments

The University of Innsbruck as employer

Are you looking for a new challenge? The University of Innsbruck is a place of study, research and employment for more than 31.000 people. As one of the largest employers in Tyrol the University offers a varied and exciting field of activity for its employees from very diverse educational and professional backgrounds. The University explicitly welcomes diversity and is committed to the principle of equal opportunity. It is a certified family-friendly workplace and received the award 'Top workplace 2018' from the Austrian business magazine 'trend'.

Languages

At the University of Innsbruck researchers from all over the world come together. Depending on the individual scientific community the language used may be German, English or another (if unanimously decided).

Internal communication is in German. Therefore a basic knowledge of German or the willingness to acquire such knowledge is essential.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Department of Systematic Theology

Country

Austria

City

Innsbruck

Postal Code

A-6020

Street

Karl-Rahner-Platz 1

Contact

City

Innsbruck

Street

Karl-Rahner-Platz 1

Postal Code

A-6020

STATUS: EXPIRED

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