University assistant without PhD (m/f/d)

University of Graz; Austria; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Education program

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Healthcare access

Diversity and inclusion

Flexible working time

Job summary

University of Graz invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) in Environmental economics, microeconomics and game theory. You will research and write your dissertation while teaching undergraduates and supervising students, with involvement in department activities.

The role emphasizes independent research, collaboration, and administrative participation within the Department of Economics. English proficiency is essential, German desirable, and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Completed diploma or master’s degree in Economics with excellent results.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Command of written and spoken German desirable.
• Very good MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the field of environmental economics, microeconomics and game theory.
• Independent teaching of courses at bachelor level and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the department
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures

Skills

English proficiency

German proficiency

MS Office

Education

Economics degree (Diploma/Master)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Graz Department Department of Economics Research Field Environmental science Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 11 Dec 2026 - 23:00 (UTC) Country Austria Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 30 Offer Starting Date 1 Mar 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 320 / 2026 / 2105 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Your Responsibilities

• Research and writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the field of environmental economics, microeconomics and game theory
• Independent teaching of courses at bachelor level and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the department
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures

Your Profile

• Completed diploma or master’s degree in Economics with excellent results
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
• Command of written and spoken German desirable
• Very good MS Office skills
• Scientific curiosity and interest in working on current research questions
• Independent working style and high level of initiative
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills

We Offer

• Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
• Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
• Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
• Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
• Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
• Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52,865.40 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

Equality Principle

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

• Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
• Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
• Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
• Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
• Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
• Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.