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Franklin University Switzerland

Franklin University Switzlerland was originally established in 1969 as Fleming College in honour of Benjamin Franklin, the American scientist and political philosopher. 
The university is nestled in Lugano, a city in the south of Switzerland. 
Students at the univeristy come from more than 50 countries. 
Academic programmes cover a range of subject areas including art, history and visual culture, history, international management, political science, psychology, and social justice and sustainability.

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EUR 3,714.80 on a full-time basis (14 times per year)

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov



The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 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

56 Faculty of Mathematics
Startdate: 01.03.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:  28.02.2030
Reference no.: 4793

The Faculty of Mathematics at the University of Vienna is the largest Austrian institution of mathematical research and tertiary education in the mathematical sciences. It consists of active research groups in a wide range of fields, starting from logical foundations, bridging all classical core subjects, and up to concrete applications in industry. As part of the Faculty, the Institute of Mathematics represents the entire discipline of mathematics in research and teaching, without making an arbitrary separation into pure and applied fields.

We are looking for an open, innovative, and productive colleague who enjoys working in an international and interdisciplinary environment. Does that sound like something for you? Apply to join our team!

Your professional field of activity:

As a University Assistant (Praedoc), you will complement the research team around Univ.-Prof. Adrian Constantin, PhD. Our ideal candidate has a strong interest in Mathematical Analysis with special backround in Partial Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems, can easily integrate into our team, independently contribute to current research, and work with responsibility for results.

The start of the contract is the 1st of march 2026 or later, the exact starting date is negotiable. The employment period is 4 years from the beginning of the contract.

Our research focuses on the field of Mathematical Analysis. As a team, a positive, inclusive, and respectful working environment is important to us, and we regularly exchange ideas on current topics and projects in our group meetings.

Your future tasks:

Active Participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	Collaboration and research in the field of partial differential equations with emphasis on geophysical aspects (oceanography, atmospheric flow):

	
		Development of own solutions as part of the research group of Prof. Constantin.
		Conclusion of a dissertation agreement within 12 - 18 month is expected.
		Membership in the Vienna School of Mathematics and active participation in its activities will be required.
	
	
	Interdisciplinary colalboration:
	
		You participate in international scientific collaborations, as well as international conerences and workshops.
	
	
	Collaboration in teaching and administration:
	
		You participate in the administration of the institute, teaching and research.
		You hold courses and examinations in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement and you (co-)supervise students.
	
	


Required Qualifications/Position Requirement:


	Master studies in mathematics, or a related field completed and certificate provided in due time before the start of the contract
	Emphasis in one or more of the following areas: Mathematical Physics and Partial Differential Equations
	Research competence & initiative demonstrated through international publications in peer relevant media
	Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
	You are a team player with high social and communicative competence and have international experience.
	You are goal-oriented and have a high motivation to strive for scientific excellence.
	You are not entitled to compensation for travel and accommodation expenses incurred in connection with the admission process.


What we offer:

Employment: The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a nonextension declaration.
Work-life balance: The compatibility of work and private life or work and study is a particularly important concern for us. In consultation with the team and team management, you can therefore organize your working hours flexibly and in a family-friendly manner and also work partially work from home within the universty's respective framework. 
Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of an international team with excellent research infrastructure in a relaxed working environment.
Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport.
Climate neutrality - sustainability: The University of Vienna contributes to the achievement of climate goals by means of an adopted sustainability strategy and aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2030 through the reduction of resource consumption, resource-saving and sustainable procurements.
Fixed-term contract and adequate salary: The basic salary corresponds to the collective agreement for employees of the universities according to § 48 VwGr. B1 basic level (praedoc): EUR 3,714.80 on a full-time basis (14 times per year). The actual salary is finally determined depending on professional experience and qualification. The gross salary covers all benefits of the employee in quantitative and qualitative terms (= all-in payment). Internal training and coaching: We offer you ongoing opportunities to deepen your skills. Choose from an extensive range of courses free of charge.
Benefits: The University of Vienna also offers you numerous benefits, such as a company pension fund, travel allowances, low-cost parking, discounted IT (hardware and software), special rates for language courses offered by the university language center, advancement of women, diversity management and specific career advancement, inclusion, Papamonat, flexible childcare, vacation care for children, health care, vaccination campaigns and fitness offers (special rates for USI sports courses) as well as discounts for employees at various companies.
Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional personality to the team!

Does this spark your interest? Would you like to take on this new challenge as part of the research team around Prof. Constantin?

We are looking forward to your application:


	with your letter of motivation and your academic curriculum vitae,
	with a summary of prior research activities, and future research interests (max. 2 pages),
	copy of the Master's thesis, as well as list of publications and presentations, if applicable,
	with your notification of a completed Master's/Diploma degree as well as
	one letter of reference, to be sent directly to adrian.constantin@univie.ac.at mentioning the applicant’s name and the job ID 4793


either:


	via our job portal by clicking on "Create Profile - Login & Logout" in the header on the upper right, or
	directly in this job posting by clicking the "Apply now" - Button on the bottom right side.


If you have any questions, please contact:

Adrian Constantin  

adrian.constantin@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 01/31/2026 

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University of Vienna

The basic salary of EUR 4.932,90;  gross (full-time basis)



The University of Vienna is a cosmopolitan hub for more than 10,000 employees, of whom around 7,500 work in research and teaching. They want to do research and teach at a place that suits their ideas and work together towards answering the big questions of the future. You also appreciate the exchange between disciplines, cultures and generations? We are looking for a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral

40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies
Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: 24.02.2026
Reference no.: 4912

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 academic minds have found a unique blend of freedom and support. Join us if you're driven by a passion for top-notch international research and scientific excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Welcome aboard!

Your personal sphere of play:

Your future position is at the Department of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies, one of the most renowned research and teaching centres in the field.

The vacant position in Modern Greek Studies is limited to the duration of an employee’s absence, expected until February 25, 2027. Employment scope: 40 hours/week

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching and administration, which means:


	You will independently teach courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement, i.e., four hours per week per semester, supervise your students, and participate in teaching projects.
	You will take on administrative tasks in research and teaching.
	You will develop an independent research profile in the field of Modern Greek Studies.
	You will participate in research projects in the field of Modern Greek Studies.
	You will publish internationally, give lectures, and organize workshops.
	You will apply for projects and raise third-party funding.


This is part of your personality:


	Outstanding dissertation in Modern Greek Studies, completed within the last 8 years, with a specialization either in history or in literature.
	Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-reviewed journals.
	International conference and lecturing activities.
	Experience in participating in research projects.
	Didactic skills and experience in university teaching.
	Excellent written and oral competence in Modern Greek and English is an absolute prerequisite. Very good written and oral competence in German is highly desirable.
	International experience and knowledge of university procedures and structures are desirable.


What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours.
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 4.932,90;  gross (full-time basis) (14 times a year) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:


	With a letter of intent
	With your scholarly curriculum vitae
	With your list of publications
	With a list of courses and lecturing activities
	With a description of research interests and research agenda
	Contact details of 2 persons for references
	Your PhD/Doctoral Degree
	Via our  job portal / Apply now - button


If you have any content questions, please contact:

Maria Stassinopoulou

maria.stassinopoulou@univie.ac.at

Carola Korn - Administrator

carola.korn@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff 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.

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Application deadline: 16.12.2025




At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an 

University assistant predoctoral 1

34 Faculty of Law
Startdate: 15.12.2025 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:  14.12.2029
Reference no.: 4780

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:

As a university assistant Praedoc, you will join the team of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Ernst Karner, currently consisting of one Prae Doc, two Study Assistants and one administrative colleague. You will be actively participating in teaching as well as in research and publication projects. Our focus is on civil law.

The period of employment is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not submit a non-extension declaration within the first 12 months.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	Participation in research projects
	Participation in publications / scientific articles / lectures
	Participation in and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
	Student support
	Participation in the organization of meetings, conferences and symposia
	Participation in administration of the team, teaching, and research
	Completion of your dissertation agreement within 12 - 18 month is expected.
	Own scientific activities (especially the writing of a dissertation) are encouraged and supported.


This is part of your personality:


	Completed diploma studies in law or master´s degree in law (with specialization in civil law, if applicable)
	Above-average academic performance, especially in civil law and other subjects of private law
	IT skills (e.g. MS Office, various databases)
	Excellent knowledge of German and good written and spoken English
	You are a team player with high social/communication skills.
	Interest in scientific work


Ideally, you have:


	Teaching experience
	Experience in scientific work
	Familiarity with university procedures and structures
	Experience in the field of event organization


What we offer:

Work-life balance: We offer flexible working hours.
Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of a team with excellent research infrastructure in a pleasant and friendly work environment.
Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is centrally located and easily accessible by public transport.
Internal further training & Coaching: We offer ongoing opportunities to broaden and deepen your skills. Participation in scientific conferences is supported and encouraged!
Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Equal opportunities for all: We are looking forward to welcome diverse personalities to our team!

It is that easy to apply:


	Letter of motivation
	Curriculum vitae
	Degree certificates
	List of publications, proof of teaching experience (if available)
	Short concept for a dissertation project (if available)
	Application via our job portal


If you have any questions, please contact:

Johannes Fromherz

johannes.fromherz@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff 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.

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​Application deadline: 12/10/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY)

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EUR 4,932.90 on a full-time basis (before taxes, 14 times per year)



At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700  of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an

Senior Scientist in Experimental Quantum Machine Learning

51 Faculty of Physics
Startdate: 01.02.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: permanent
Reference no.: 4940

How can we perform table-top experiments to obtain new insights into the foundations of quantum physics? Can we measure gravitational effects on entangled photons for shining light onto the interface of quantum physics and gravity? Can we exploit quantum photonics technology for novel quantum machine learning, quantum computing and quantum cybersecurity applications? Can we scale-up multiphoton platforms by using integrated optics, quantum-dot single-photon sources and customized two-dimensional nonlinear materials? Such questions are the driving force behind our research. You will be part of our team and develop new ideas, technologies and experiments.

Your personal sphere of play:

The research group “Quantum Information Science and Quantum Computation”, led by Univ.- Prof. Dr. Philip Walther, is part of the Quantum Optics, Quantum Nanophysics & Quantum Information at the Faculty of Physics, and member of the Vienna Center for Quantum Science and Technology (VCQ) – one of the largest quantum hubs in Europe – and the Austrian Cluster of Excellence quanta. The group’s research combines the development of scalable photonic quantum technology for quantum computing and other quantum information applications with the investigation of fundamental quantum science questions. The main activities reach from quantum control of single photons using solid-state photon sources, integrated waveguide technology, tailored nonlinear media and detectors based on superconductor technology to interferometric precision measurements of weak gravitational forces.

For our further reinforcement we are looking for a Senior Scientist that supports in particular the research on experimental quantum machine learning. The position is currently limited to 1 year with the possibility of subsequent unlimited employment.

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	You develop and strength the independent research profile.
	You are involved in research projects/research studies.
	You publish internationally and give presentations.
	You are responsible for project applications and the acquisition of third-party funding.
	You hold courses independently as defined by the collective agreement.
	You (co-)supervise bachelor, master, and PhD students, and you independently propose bachelor, master, and PhD projects to this end.
	You participate in evaluation measures and quality assurance.
	You are involved in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration.


This is part of your personality:


	Doctoral degree/PhD degree in physics or equivalent qualification
	Postdoctoral experience: more than 3 years in experimental quantum photonics and quantum computation
	Profound expertise in integrated quantum photonics, multi-photon processing, for quantum machine learning, and/or quantum neuromorphic computing.
	Research competence and initiative proven through international publications (in renowned, subject-relevant media, peer-reviewed, depending on the professional standards).
	Didactic competence: motivated to teach and communicate knowledge to students
	High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing
	Excellent command of written and spoken English
	IT user skills
	Ability to work independently and collaboratively and handle several concurrent, fast-paced projects


What we offer:


	Work-life balance: The compatibility of work and private life or work and study is a particularly important concern for us. In consultation with the team and team management, you can therefore organize your working hours flexibly and in a family-friendly manner within the framework of the current flexible and family-friendly working hours and also work partially in a home office.
	Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of an international team with excellent research infrastructure in a relaxed working environment.
	Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport.
	Climate neutrality - sustainability: The University of Vienna contributes to the achievement of climate goals by means of an adopted sustainability strategy and aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2030 through the reduction of resource consumption, resource saving and sustainable procurements.
	Fixed-term contract and adequate salary: The position is currently limited to 1 years with the possibility of subsequent unlimited employment. The basic salary corresponds to the collective agreement for employees of the universities according to § 48 VwGr. B1 lit b basic level (postdoc): EUR 4,932.90 on a full-time basis (before taxes, 14 times per year). The actual salary is finally determined depending on professional experience and qualification.
	Internal training and coaching: We offer you ongoing opportunities to deepen your skills. Choose from an extensive range of courses free of charge.
	Benefits: The University of Vienna also offers you numerous benefits, such as a company pension fund, travel allowances, low-cost parking, discounted IT (hardware and software), special rates for language courses offered by the university language center, advancement of women, diversity management and specific career advancement, inclusion, Papamonat, flexible childcare, vacation care for children, health care, vaccination campaigns and fitness offers (special rates for USI sports courses) as well as discounts for employees at various companies.


It is that easy to apply:

Please prepare your application which includes:


	Letter of motivation
	Academic curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, a list of courses and a list of talks given)
	Description of research interests and research agenda
	Contact details of 2 people who could provide a letter of reference
	Via our job portal / Apply now - button


If you have any content questions, please contact:

Philip Walther

philip.walther@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.

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Application deadline: 1


The basic salary of EUR 3714,80 (on a full-time basis)



The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 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 - researchgroup DM & ML

39 Faculty of Computer Science
Startdate: 01.02.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: 31.01.2030
Reference no.: 4938

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 working group “Probabilistic and Interactive Machine Learning” within the research group “Data Mining and Machine Learning” at the Faculty of Computer Science, led by Prof. Tschiatschek, develops methods of machine learning and artificial intelligence, especially in the areas of reinforcement learning and deep probabilistic models.

To strengthen our team, we are seeking a university assistant to develop advanced machine learning methods for improving the simulation and optimization of distributed systems, for instance by specializing neural ODEs and their training routines.

This research will address challenges driven by the energy transition, which is transforming electrical power systems (EPS) into low-inertia, highly digitalized, power-electronics-driven architectures with increasingly interdependent component and system dynamics. Traditional simulation and optimization approaches, which separate EPS analysis and simulation by timescale into isolated zones with independent models and solvers, are no longer sufficient.

New methods are needed to tackle emerging challenges across timescales, from real-time operational control to long-term planning for optimization and expansion. This creates a demand for fast, flexible modeling frameworks, such as surrogate models to accelerate high-fidelity simulations, physics-informed neural networks, neural ODEs, and other hybrid physics–ML approaches.

The contract term for employment is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not issue a non-renewal notice within the first 12 months.

Your future tasks:

You will be actively involved in research, teaching and administration, which means


	Participation in research projects / scientific studies Participation in publications / scientific articles / lecturing activities
	Participation in conferences and publication of your research results in journals and at conferences
	Conclusion of a dissertation agreement within 12 months (if not already in place)
	Participation in and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement
	Supervision of students
	Participation in the organization of meetings, conferences, symposia
	Participation in the administration of the institute, teaching and research


Requirements:


	Completed Master's degree (or comparable degree) in computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, information processing or a related field
	High analytical skills
	Experience in the field of interdisciplinary research
	High level of written and oral communication skills
	Very good command of written and spoken English
	IT user skills
	Cooperative, team-oriented and proactive behavior
	Excellent knowledge in the areas of human-computer interaction, explainable AI, qualitative research, planning and conducting interview studies
	Excellent academic academic achievements, especially first publications in the field of explainable AI with a focus on understanding algorithms by various stakeholders, especially at ACM FAccT, ACM AIES, International Journal of Human-Computer Studies or similar
	Strong written and oral communication skills


The following are also desirable:


	Teaching experience
	Knowledge of university processes and structures
	Experience abroad


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 3714,80 (on a full-time basis) 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:


	Cover letter / letter of motivation; in particular, briefly describe your suitability and previous knowledge with regard to the call (max. 2 pages)
	Academic curriculum vitae / letter of intent (including a description of your teaching experience, if available)
	List of publications
	Proof of teaching experience (if available)
	Degree certificates
	Application via our job portal / Apply now button


If you have any questions, please contact:

Sebastian Tschiatschek

sebastian.tschiatschek@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff 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: 12/08/2025 

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Franklin University Switzerland

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1501+

No Poverty 2024
801-1000^th

Zero Hunger 2024
601-800^th

Climate Action 2024
401-600^th

Life below Water 2024
601+

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2024
1001+

Partnership for the Goals 2024
1501+

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About Franklin University Switzerland

Impact Rankings

No Poverty 2024801-1000th

Zero Hunger 2024601-800th

Climate Action 2024401-600th

Life below Water 2024601+

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 20241001+

Partnership for the Goals 20241501+

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No Poverty 2024
801-1000^th

Zero Hunger 2024
601-800^th

Climate Action 2024
401-600^th

Life below Water 2024
601+

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2024
1001+

Partnership for the Goals 2024
1501+