University Assistant Predoctoral

**Announcement**:
The University of Klagenfurt, with approximately 1,500 employees and over 12,000 students, is located in the Alps-Adriatic region and consistently achieves excellent placements in rankings. The motto “per aspera ad astra” underscores our firm commitment to the pursuit of excellence in all activities in research, teaching and university management. The principles of equality, diversity, health, sustainability and compatibility of work and family life serve as the foundation for our work at the university.

The University of Klagenfurt is pleased to announce the following open position at the **Department of**Mathematics**, at the Faculty of Technical Sciences with an expected starting date of** October 1, 2025**:
**University assistant predoctoral (all genders welcome)**

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

**Minimum salary**:€ 52,007.20 per annum (gross); classification according to collective agreement: B1

**Limited to**:4 years

**Application deadline**:June 25, 2025

**Reference code**:220/25

The Department of Mathematics is embedded into the university’s area of key research strength “Multiple Perspectives in Optimization (MPOpt)” and it participates in the thematic doctoral programme “Modeling - Analysis - Optimization of discrete, continuous, and stochastic systems.”

**Area of responsibility**:
**Tasks and responsibilities**:

- Scientific work including the publication of research articles in the field of stochastic optimization to submit a dissertation and acquire a doctoral degree. Possible research directions include:

- Analysis and development of stochastic algorithms
- Optimization with partial differential equations involving uncertainty
- Independent teaching and assessment, including
- Teaching exercises
- Assessment of student work
- Contribution to organizational and administrative tasks
- Participation in public relations activities of the department and the faculty

**Requirements**:
**Prerequisites for the appointment**:

- Completed Master's or Diploma degree in mathematics or related fields at a domestic or foreign university by September 14, 2025
- Proven knowledge in at least two of the following areas: optimization, partial differential equations, functional analysis, and stochastic analysis
- Proven programming skills in at least one of the following languages/tools: Python, Julia, Matlab, and possibly FEniCS/other FE tools
- English language skills (written and spoken)

**Desired skills**:
**Additional desired qualifications**:

- Good scientific communication and presentation skills
- Social skills and ability to work in heterogeneous teams
- First experience in university teaching and research (e.g. through tutorials or publications)
- German language skills or willingness to acquire German language skills within the first two years of service

**Additional information**:
**Our offer**:
The employment contract is for the position as university assistant (predoctoral) and stipulates a starting salary of € 3,714.80 gross per month (14 times a year; previous experience deemed relevant to the job can be recognized).

**The University of Klagenfurt also offers**:

- Personal and professional advanced training courses, management and career coaching, including bespoke training for women in science
- Diversity
- and family-friendly university culture
- The opportunity to live and work in the attractive Alps-Adriatic region with a wide range of leisure activities in the spheres of culture, nature and sports
- Curriculum vitae (please do not include a photo)
- Copies of degree certificates (Bachelor and Master)
- Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor and Master) containing a list of all courses and grades

To apply, please select the position with the **reference code** **220/25** in the category “Scientific Staff” using the link “” in the job portal at jobs.aau.at/en/.

As part of its human resources policy, the University of Klagenfurt places particular emphasis on anti-discrimination, equal opportunities and diversity.

People with disabilities or chronic diseases, who fulfil the requirements, are particularly encouraged to apply.

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