University assistant predoctoral (Universitätsassistent:in) in Economics

Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt; Austria; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote options

Company pension contribution

Green campus location

Job summary

Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt invites applications for a predoctoral university assistant in the Quantitative Economics Division in Austria. The role combines research toward a doctoral degree in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics with teaching duties in English and German, and participation in departmental projects.

The contract is full-time (40 hours/week) with a starting date of 1 Mar 2027.

Qualifications

• Diploma or master’s degree in economics with strong quantitative focus.
• Good academic record and knowledge in data analysis / econometrics / statistics.
• Ability to teach in English or German; programming experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research toward a dissertation in economics.
• Teach at the university in English and German; supervise students.
• Contribute to departmental research projects and committees.

Skills

Data analysis

Econometrics

Statistics

Programming (Python)

Education

Master's/Diploma in economics

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

Job description

Department of Economics, Analytics and Operations Research

Organisation/Company Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt Department Department of Economics, Analytics and Operations Research Research Field Economics » Econometrics Economics » Macroeconomics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 18 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna) Country Austria Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Mar 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

The Quantitative Economics Division is a research group within the Department of Economics, Analytics and Operations Research that has a clear focus on high-quality research and is active in a variety of topics in economics, econometrics and quantitative economics. The position comprises the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Independent and collaborative research with the aim of submitting a dissertation in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics and acquiring a doctoral degree
• Independent and collaborative teaching at the university, both in German and English as required,and supervision of students
• Contribution to departmental research and teaching projects
• Participation in the administrative tasks and responsibilities of the department
• Participationin university committees, in university self-governance and in public relations activities of the department
• First experiences in academic teaching and research
• First experiences in quantitative economics or similar fields
• Strong interest in developing theoretical results
• Dedication to research in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics
• Proficiency and ability to teach in both English and German
• Strong motivation and output orientation
• Ability to work independently in (scientific) projects with a focus on high quality and precision

Specific Requirements

• Completed diploma or master’s degree in economics with a strong formal or quantitative focus or a related field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, econometrics or similar, including also related engineering programs, with a strong formal background) at a higher education institution.
  Note: This requirement must be fulfilled by February 7, 2027 at the latest.
• Good academic record
• Good knowledge in at least one of the fields data analysis, quantitative economics, econometrics and/or statistics
• Proficiency and ability to teach in English or German
• (Preferably strong) experience in scientific programming (e.g., Python, R or MATLAB)

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Languages GERMAN Level Good

Research Field Economics » MacroeconomicsEconomics » EconometricsMathematics » Statistics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

Level of employment: 100 % (40 hours/week)

Minimum salary: € 52,865.40 per annum (gross); Classification according to collective agreement: B1

Limited to: 4 years

Why you will enjoy working with us

• The employment contract is for the position as a predoctoral university assistant and stipulates a starting salary of € 3,776.10 gross per month (14 times a year; previous experience deemed relevant to the job can be recognised in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement ).
• Work where it works best for you – thanks to flexible working hours and remote options
• Team spirit meets diversity – bring your individual background into our dedicated team
• Sustainably mobile – your workplace is on our green campus and easily accessible by public transport
• With us, equal opportunities apply to all: We look forward to every additional personality in the team
• Personal and professional development through diverse offers
• Numerous attractive additional benefits – including non-working days on December 24, December 31 and Good Friday, and a company pension contribution
• Family-friendly and health-promoting university culture - our family services support staff with questions around childcare, compatibility and family life, and offers flexible care and holiday programmes. At the same time, we strengthen health and well-being with a diverse sports, massage and preventive care programme – see https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/

Eligibility criteria

Your profile:

• Completed diploma or master’s degree in economics with a strong formal or quantitative focus or a related field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, econometrics or similar, including also related engineering programs, with a strong formal background) at a higher education institution. Note: This requirement must be fulfilled by February 7, 2027 at the latest.
• Good academic record
• Good knowledge in at least one of the fields data analysis, quantitative economics, econometrics and/or statistics
• Proficiency and ability to teach in English or German
• (Preferably strong) experience in scientific programming (e.g., Python, R or MATLAB)

This position serves the purposes of the vocational and scientific education of graduates of diploma or master’s degree programmes and sets the goal of completing a corresponding doctoral degree in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics. Applications by individuals who have already completed a subject-specific doctoral degree or a subject-relevant PhD programme therefore cannot be considered.

The University of Klagenfurt strives to increase the proportion of women in all areas where they are underrepresented and expressly encourages qualified women to apply. The University of Klagenfurt is committed to anti-discrimination, equal opportunities and diversity. People with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses who meet the required qualification criteria are expressly encouraged to apply.

Travel and accommodation costs incurred during the application process will not be refunded.

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