Al-Quds Open University

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 46 Faculty of Philosophy and Education Startdate: 05.09.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5839 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: The advertised position is located in the Department of Education in the section "Foundations of Education" of Univ. Prof. Dr. Daniel Tröhler. The Department's main responsibilities lie within the international area of teaching and research in the field of Education. The subject area of inquiry include the education and training processes in specially created social institutions (such as schools), as well as the educational and socialization processes in non-educational institutionalized fields of social life (peer groups, milieus, media, etc.). The Department of Education is part of the Faculty of Philosophy and Education. The research area "Foundations of Education" aims at investigating, by means of an international approach, educational systems of thought that emerge in the respective historical, cultural and national contexts and often spread across their own national borders in the course of time. Against the background of international research access, the research area works with partner institutions primarily in Scandinavia, Great Britain, Western Europe, Canada, and the USA. Within the framework of this PraeDoc position, a dissertation is to be written on the basis of the Rudolf Ekstein estate, situated in the building of the Department of Educational Science, the precise content of which is still to be determined. The position is vacant for the period of absence of a member of staff, September 5th - December 26th, 2026. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching and administration, which means: Developing and strengthening an internationally oriented independent research profile International publications and presentations Preparing / writing a (publication-ready) dissertation thesis Independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement Supervision of students Participation in colloquia and other events by the department and the research unit Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance Involvement in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration Potentially project application and acquisition of third-party funded projects for PostDoc phase Scientific supervision of the Rudolf Ekstein estate This is part of your personality: Master degree in education Basic Knowledge of international studies in the given field Knowledge and skills with regard to the subject areas "development of various schools of psychology in nthe 19th/20th centuries" and "eucation" as well as "historical educational research" High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing Excellent command of written and spoken German and English Ability to work in a team In addition, we expect the successful candidate to have: Teaching experience / experience of working with e-learning Enrollment in Doctoral School in Education DSE Desirable qualifications are: Knowledge of university processes and structures Previous knowledge in the development of various schools of psychology including psychoanalysis in the 19th/20th centuries and historical educational research Interest in the scientific processing of the Rudolf Ekstein Collection Publications in renowned, subject-relevant media (mostly international) International presentation experience Professional experience abroad Knowledge of a third language 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 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis, gross) 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: With your letter of intent With your scientific curriculum vitae With your list of publications, list of courses given and list of talks given With your description of the intended dissertation project Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters Master Degree Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Daniel Tröhler daniel.troehler@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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 07/12/2026  Prae Doc

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 University Assistant postdoctoral 47 Faculty of Psychology Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.08.2032 Reference no.: 5838 The Motivation Psychology Lab at the University of Vienna is searching for a post-doc researcher. Our lab provides a diverse and international research environment dedicated to integrating multiple theoretical perspectives to address fundamental psychological questions in the field of motivation. Job description: We are looking for a collaborator with an interest and experience in investigating neural and psychophysiological processes of motivation, effort mobilization, and affective experience. Applicants should bring a sound knowledge of quantitative and experimental research methodology, statistics and experiment programming software, as well as excellent knowledge of spoken and written English. Specifically, knowledge on the assessment and analyses of psychophysiological indicators of mental effort (PEP, SBP) and affective experience (fEMG) is required. Tasks include scientific research and teaching in the field of motivation psychology, as well as administrative tasks at the department and faculty, and the management of a psychophysiology lab. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: Integration into the motivation psychology lab (headed by Veronika Job) in research, teaching, and administration Participation in research projects on the role of basic processes of motivation, self-regulation, and effort mobilization International publications and presentations Responsibility for project applications and the acquisition of third-party funding Independent implementation of teaching Active student support Participation in evaluation processes and quality assurance Participation in the administration of the department and the faculty This is part of your personality: Completed doctorate in psychology (focus on motivation psychology, social psychology, psychophysiology, or educational psychology) Research and teaching experience in motivation psychology, social psychology, psychophysiology, or educational psychology Excellent knowledge of quantitative and experimental research methodology Excellent knowledge of statistic software (R, MPlus) Experience with scientific publications Social competence and ability to integrate into the motivation psychology lab What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and remote/hybrid 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, gross) for a period of 6 years 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 with your: Scientific curriculum vitae Letter of intent Publications and lectures directory Statement on research interests in the field of motivation psychology Doctoral Degree Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Veronika Job Sutnar veronika.job@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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 07/12/2026 Post Doc

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for data, performance and reputation? We are looking for a University Rankings Manager to help shape our approach to national and international league tables, and drive institutional performance and global standing through sophisticated stakeholder engagement. In this influential role, you’ll support the full rankings cycle, provide expert insight to senior leaders, and work collaboratively across the University to translate complex data into clear, impactful actions. You’ll bring strong analytical capability, experience of working with complex data, and the ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders. If you’re looking for a strategic, high-impact role at the heart of the University's performance and reputation, we would love to hear from you. Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.