Assistant Professor, tenure track (qualification agreement) ID 2816

Unist; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 59.958 - 71.818; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Six weeks of vacation

Training opportunities

Meal allowance

Employee discounts

In-house medical officer

Athletic activities

Zusammenfassung

WU Vienna University of Economics and Business is inviting applications for PhD Positions (Recognised Researcher (R2)). This tenure track position emphasizes strategic financial communication and influencer communication, starting December 01, 2026, for a duration of 6 years.

The successful candidate will engage in teaching, develop their own research focus, and contribute to an inclusive academic environment. All applicants should possess a PhD in communication studies or related fields, have strong quantitative methodological skills, and exhibit flexibility and creativity.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in communication studies or related fields required.
• Experience in teaching strategic communication and supervising theses is advantageous.
• Willingness to learn German is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain a research network.
• Conduct independent research with practical relevance.
• Plan and teach courses in strategic communication.

Kenntnisse

Strategic communication

Research funding

Quantitative social science methods

Fluent English (C1)

Teaching experience

Ausbildung

Doctoral Degree / PhD in communication studies

Tools

MS Office

SPSS

R for quantitative data analysis

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

WU Vienna University of Economics and Business

Organisation/Company: WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
Department: Department of Business Communication
Research Field: Communication sciences » Business communication
Position: PhD Positions (Recognised Researcher (R2))
Application Deadline: 1 Dec 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)
Country: Austria
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40

Offer Description

We are looking for excellent applicants with a focus on research and teaching in the field of strategic communication. The new tenure track position will have a special focus on strategic financial communication and influencer communication. The successful candidate is expected to develop the field at the intersection of strategic financial communication and influencer communication as part of the qualification agreement.

Starting December 01, 2026, the position is 6 years fixed-term. A qualification agreement will be concluded at the start of employment (§ 27 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement). After successful completion of the agreement, the employment relationship can be made permanent. Three years after completion, eligibility for promotion to full professor applies according to the By-Laws of WU § 43a.

What to expect

• Development of research and professional network: Develop and maintain a network with leading researchers in financial communication and build a professional network in Vienna and beyond.
• Independent research work: Collect data, work with cooperation partners and companies to conduct research with practical relevance, and publish in top journals; present at conferences.
• Building bridges: Collaborate with other departments at WU to establish research and teaching collaborations.
• Teaching: Plan and teach courses (4 hrs/week, 2 courses per semester), develop new master’s courses focused on financial communication.
• Student support: Advise bachelor’s and master’s theses.
• Organizational and administrative support: Organize and evaluate teaching activities and support the master’s program, including student selection.
• Learning from top researchers: Collaborate with renowned researchers in the field.
• Teamwork: Engage in collaborative research and third-party funding efforts.
• Building a personal network: Establish yourself as a researcher during the qualification period and contribute to WU’s societal engagement.

What you have to offer

• Doctoral Degree / PhD in communication studies or related fields (e.g., economics, sociology, linguistics, psychology).
• Subject-specific competences: Strategic communication with a focus on financial and/or influencer communication; sustainability, greenwashing and CSR communication are advantageous.
• Methodological knowledge: Quantitative social science methods, especially experimental and survey designs; media effects research is advantageous.
• Research funding: Commitment to and experience in attracting research funding.
• Teaching experience: Teaching in strategic communication and communication science; supervising BA/MA theses is advantageous.
• Language skills: Fluent English (C1); willingness to learn German.
• IT Skills: MS Office, SPSS or R for quantitative data analysis.
• Publications and outreach: Experience publishing and presenting research internationally.
• Organizational knowledge: Understanding university processes and willingness to collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Proven academic mobility: PhD from a university other than WU or at least two years of postdoc experience at another university or respected institution, 20 hours/week minimum.
• International experience: International conference presentations or stays abroad is advantageous.
• Research program: Interest in developing a personal research focus and pursuing habilitation.
• Team spirit: Flexibility, commitment, creativity.

How to apply: Submit your application in English including a teaching statement and, if applicable, references for research papers or letters from academic referees. Direct questions to Prof. Dr. Jens Seiffert-Brockmann.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Six weeks of vacation/extra vacation time
• Training opportunities
• A wide range of benefits including an in-house medical officer, athletic activities, meal allowance, and employee discounts
• Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
• A modern campus with architecture in the heart of Vienna
• Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees and about 21,500 students
• Excellent public transportation accessibility

Salary: The minimum monthly gross salary is €5,904.00 (14 payments per year). Additional social benefits apply.

Curious? Visit our website for more information at www.wu.ac.at/benefits.

Education Level: PhD or equivalent