University Assistant (PhD position)

Euraxess; Innsbruck; Vor Ort; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A higher education institution in Innsbruck seeks a candidate for a dissertation role in Information Systems focusing on Decentralised Autonomous Organizations. The candidate will conduct independent research and teaching while collaborating on team projects. A strong Master's degree is necessary, alongside knowledge in blockchain governance and communication skills. This position offers flexible hours and various benefits, emphasizing diversity and equal opportunity.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Pension schemes

Child care facilities

Further education opportunities

Affordable canteen food

Qualifikationen

• Very good Master’s degree, preferably in Information Systems, Management, or Computer Science.
• PhD intention expected.
• Ability to work in a team and good communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct independent research in the area of Decentralised Autonomous Organizations.
• Engage in independent teaching and training.
• Participate in team research projects.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge in Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs)

Blockchain governance

Smart contracts

Token-based incentive systems

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Information Systems or related field

Jobbeschreibung

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

Offer Description

• Start date: 15.10.2025
• Duration: 4 years

Job profile:

• Dissertation in the field of Information Systems
• Independent research in the area of Decentralised Autonomous Organizations
• Independent teaching
• Team research
• Training and further education

Your profile:

• Very good Master’s degree, preferably in Information Systems, Management, or Computer Science with a focus on Information Systems
• Strong knowledge in Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), blockchain governance, smart contracts, token-based incentive systems, decentralization, digital organizations
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative empiricism and netnography
• Basic knowledge of sentiment analysis (BERT-based models) and topic modeling
• PhD intention is expected
• Please include written reflections on your dissertation project (max. 5 pages) with your application
• Ability to work in a team, good communication skills

Application:

We look forward to receiving your online application. The full, legally binding call for applications (in German), including salary details, can be found here.

The University of Innsbruck encourages applications from female scientists to increase gender diversity. Women with equal qualifications will be prioritized in case of underrepresentation.

Qualified applicants with disabilities are also encouraged to apply. For more information, contact the Disability Officer at [e-mail].

What the University offers:

Flexible working hours, pension schemes, child care facilities, opportunities for further education, sports, language courses, library access, and affordable canteen food. The university is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and is a family-friendly workplace, awarded 'Top workplace 2018'.

Languages:

Research is conducted in German, English, or other languages depending on the community. Internal communication is in German; basic knowledge or willingness to learn German is essential.

Work Location

Department of Business Informatics, Production Management and Logistics, Universitätsstraße 15, A-6020 Innsbruck, Austria