University Assistant

The Department of Innovation and Digitalization in Law (working area Univ.Prof. Dr. Iris Eisenberger) has a vacancy for a University Assistant (prae doc). The employment is initially limited to 1.5 years and will be automatically extended to a total of 4 years unless the employer submits a declaration of non-renewal after a maximum of 12 months.

Own research activities in the field of public law and innovation; dissertation (conclusion of a dissertation agreement within the first 12-18 months of employment is expected) - independent teaching of courses to the extent of the provisions of the collective agreement.

Support in academic operations - support of the professorship (Public Law and Innovation) in the field of research and teaching and examination activities; assisting in national and international research projects with the aim of joint publications.

Administrative support - contributing to student support; contributing to institute administration and evaluation activities and quality assurance; general support with research and administrative activities for the professorship and at the institute in general. Own research activities in the field of public law and innovation; dissertation (conclusion of a dissertation agreement within the first 12-18 months of employment is expected) - independent teaching of courses to the extent of the provisions of the collective agreement.

Support in academic operations - support of the professorship (Public Law and Innovation) in the field of research and teaching and examination activities; assisting in national and international research projects with the aim of joint publications.

Administrative support - contributing to student support; contributing to institute administration and evaluation activities and quality assurance; general support with research and administrative activities for the professorship and at the institute in general.

**Benefits**:
Eligibility criteria
- Completed law degree; interest in public law, especially in the field of innovation law; motivation to write a dissertation in this area; excellent written and spoken German and English; ability and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team; independent and structured approach; good organizational skills. Relevant practical experience desired. Knowledge of another foreign language beneficial; scientific project experience beneficial; good IT skills (at least MS Office) necessary.Selection process
- Completed law degree; interest in public law, especially in the field of innovation law; motivation to write a dissertation in this area; excellent written and spoken German and English; ability and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team; independent and structured approach; good organizational skills. Relevant practical experience desired. Knowledge of another foreign language beneficial; scientific project experience beneficial; good IT skills (at least MS Office) necessary.Additional comments
- The University of Vienna was founded in 1365 and is the oldest university in the German-speaking world and one of the largest in Central Europe. At present, about 88,000 students are enrolled in 180 courses at the University of Vienna. The University of Vienna is also the largest teaching and research institution in Austria with 8,900 employees, 6,700 of whom are scientists and academics.Web site for additional job detailsRequired Research Experiences**RESEARCH FIELD**
- Juridical sciences › Public law
- **YEARS OF RESEARCH EXPERIENCE**
- None

Offer Requirements

Skills/Qualifications
- Completed law degree; interest in public law, especially in the field of innovation law; motivation to write a dissertation in this area; excellent written and spoken German and English; ability and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team; independent and structured approach; good organizational skills. Relevant practical experience desired. Knowledge of another foreign language beneficial; scientific project experience beneficial; good IT skills (at least MS Office) necessary. Willingness to work in a team, curiosity, flexibility; Application documents: Letter of Motivation, Acadmic curriculum vitae, List of publications, Short doctoral project proposal and Degree certificatesSpecific Requirements
- Completed law degree; interest in public law, especially in the field of innovation law; motivation to write a dissertation in this area; excellent written and spoken German and English; ability and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team; independent and structured approach; good organizational skills. Relevant practical experience desired. Knowledge of another foreign language beneficial; scientific project experience beneficial; good IT skills (at least MS Office) necessary. Willingness to work in a team, curiosity, flexibility; Application documents: Letter of Motivation, Acadmic curriculum vitae, List of publications, Short doctoral project proposal and Degree certificates