University Assistant Pre-Doc 2026/0247

Veterinärmedizinische Universität Wien (University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna); Osterreich; On-site; PEN 146,000 - 177,000; Part time

Job summary

Veterinärmedizinische Universität Wien (University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna) is offering a PhD position in medical sciences, veterinary medicine. The role covers research work and coordination of project activities, including fieldwork in Uganda as part of a PhD thesis.

Teaching and administrative tasks are also part of the duties. The candidate should hold a Master degree in veterinary medicine with strong English skills; German is desirable.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English (C1)
• German skills (B2) desirable
• Knowledge of epidemiology and biostatistics beneficial
• Experience with R preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and intercultural skills
• Experience in international projects in LMICs beneficial

Responsibilities

• Conduct research work and coordinate project activities
• Carry out fieldwork in Uganda as part of a PhD thesis
• Participate in teaching and administrative tasks

Skills

English proficiency

German proficiency

Biostatistics knowledge

R programming

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

International project experience

Epidemiology knowledge

Education

Master's degree in veterinary medicine

Tools

R

Job description

Organisation/Company Veterinärmedizinische Universität Wien (University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna) Department Human Resources Research Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 4 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna) Country Austria Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 30 Offer Starting Date 22 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 2026/0247 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Summary/offer: Research work, as well as management and coordination of project activities and fieldwork in Uganda as part of a PhD thesis. Participation in teaching and administrative tasks.

Main Research Field: One Health, Epidemiology & Population Medicine

Requirements

Research Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Specific Requirements

• Completed degree in veterinary medicine (diploma or bachelor's or master's degree with 300 ECTS credits or equivalent qualification according to Section 64/4 of the Universities Act (UG)) One year of relevant professional experience or further training Very good written and spoken English skills (C1 level) // Desirable: Good written and spoken German skills (B2), basic knowledge of epidemiology, biostatistics, and experience with R, strong communication skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills, intercultural competence and practical experience in international projects, particularly in low- and middle-income countries

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Languages GERMAN Level Good

Research Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine

Additional Information

Additional comments

Career Stage: Early Researcher (Post Graduate)

Research Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Only the German version of the job advertisement is binding.

The English version is for information purpose only.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Centre for Veterinary Public Health and One Health Country Austria Geofield