PostdoktorandIn (f/m/x) / IHB Forschungsbereich Geschichte der Habsburgermonarchie

As a central non-university institution for science and research, the Austrian Academy of Sciences - OeAW has the task of "promoting science in every respect". Founded in 1847 as a learned society, it now has over 760 members and around 1,800 employees dedicated to innovative basic research, interdisciplinary knowledge exchange and the dissemination of new insights. The OeAW initiates and maintains partnerships worldwide and represents Austria in international scientific organizations; it cooperates with numerous institutions in the scientific field in order to actively shape the research landscape.

Job ID: IHB081PD125

The IHB is an institute with an interdisciplinary profile and foci in early modern and modern history. Within a dynamic research environment, you will set independent research priorities in a cultural and social sciences-oriented interdisciplinary field.Position as

Post Doc Position (f/m/x)

in the research unit “History of the Habsburg Monarchy” (40 hours per week / full time – temporary) for a duration of 27 months (October 2025 to December 2027).

(full time)

(Office)

Your Tasks

• Conducting research and publishing in the field of history in the Habsburg Monarchy. Chronologically the focus of the research should be in the period between 1600 and 1850.
• Development of projects and the raising of project-specific third-party funds
• International networking as well as the conception and organisation of conferences
• Active participation in the activities of the research unit and the IHB

Your Profile

• University degree (Ph.D. – published doctoral dissertation) with focus on modern history
• High profile in international research publication activities
• Independent and result-oriented work approach
• Experience in the acquisition of third-party funds and project coordination
• Readiness for teamwork

Our Offer

• Numerous voluntary social benefits
• Opportunity to work independently and develop personally
• An monthly gross salary according to the collective agreement of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) of € 4.930,60 Gross Salary/Month (Depending on qualification and experience, the salary can be negotiated.)

The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

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