Postdoctoral Scholar in Older German Literature — Hybrid

Universit; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

International academic environment

Job summary

The University of Vienna invites applications for a Postdoctoral University Assistant in the Department of German Studies. You will develop an independent research profile in Older German Literature and contribute to teaching and administration within a large, internationally oriented department.

The four-year position offers opportunities to publish internationally, apply for external funding, supervise students, and deliver courses in line with university policy.

Qualifications

• A completed doctoral degree or PhD in Older German Literature
• An outstanding doctoral dissertation
• Demonstrated research expertise with international publications in peer-reviewed outlets
• Experience teaching university-level courses
• Experience contributing to research projects
• Teaching with e-learning
• IT skills
• Familiarity with university procedures and structures is desirable
• Experience supervising students
• Excellent English language skills at C1 level
• Team-oriented approach and strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent research profile in Older German Literature
• Contribute to research projects and academic studies in Older German Literature
• Publish internationally and deliver academic presentations
• Submit research proposals and acquire external funding
• Prepare and complete a habilitation thesis suitable for publication
• Independently teach courses in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
• Supervise students
• Contribute to evaluation procedures and quality assurance

Skills

Research publications

Teaching university courses

IT skills

Teamwork & communication

Education

PhD in Older German Literature

Job description

The University of Vienna invites applications for a Postdoctoral University Assistant in the Department of German Studies. You will develop an independent research profile in Older German Literature and contribute to teaching and administration within a large, internationally oriented department.

The four-year position offers opportunities to publish internationally, apply for external funding, supervise students, and deliver courses in line with university policy.