University Assistant Prae-Doc (all genders)

TU Wien; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work 60%

Training opportunities

Central Karlsplatz

Job summary

TU Wien in Vienna invites applications for a University Assistant Prae-Doc (all genders) in the Institute of Mechatronics and Power Electronics. The position is limited to four years at 30 hours per week, with an August 2026 start and potential extension to 40 hours via third-party funds.

Responsibilities include research on traction converter control, supporting teaching, supervising students, and contributing to projects and publications.

Qualifications

• Master’s or diploma in electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of AI and Python preferred.
• Experience with power electronics and electric drives preferred.
• German (B2) and English (B2) language skills.

Responsibilities

• Research on the experimental and model-based analysis of traction converter control
• Assistance with teaching duties and exams
• Supervision of students
• Participation in research projects and industry collaborations
• Preparation of a dissertation and high-quality publications
• Participation in academic events
• Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks

Skills

Python

Artificial Intelligence

Power electronics

Control theory

Education

Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

University Assistant Prae-Doc (all genders)

30 hours/week | limited to 4 years

TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At the Institute of Mechatronics and Power Electronics, in the Research Unit of Power Electronic Systems TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years for 30 hours/week (an extension to a full-time position (40 hours/week) from third-party funds of the Institute is possible). Expected start: August 2026.

Tasks:

• Research on the experimental and model-based analysis of traction converter control
• Assistance with teaching duties and exams
• Supervision of students
• Participation in research projects and industry collaborations
• Preparation of a dissertation and high-quality publications
• Participation in academic events
• Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks

Your profile:

• Completion of a relevant master’s or diploma program in electrical engineering
• Konwledge in Artificial Intelligence and Python is preferred
• Knowledge of power electronics with a focus on hardware, electric drives, or control engineering is preferred
• Experience in power electronics circuit design and simulation, as well as electric drives, is preferred
• Excellent German (B2) and English language skills (B2)
• Experience with scientific research
• Interest in research in applied power electronics and in working with students
• Ability to work in a team, problem-solving skills, and innovative thinking.

We offer:

• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
• Hybrid working style with up to 60% teleworking option
• A range of attractive social benefits (see Benefits )
• Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options
• Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U2/U4 Karlsplatz)

TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour. People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.

Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 2,832.10/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Carmen Keck | T: [phone]. Here you can find also relevant information about the application process.

Technology for People

Furthermore, please note that applicants will not normally be reimbursed for travel costs incurred in connection with this admission process.