University assistant predoctoral

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an

University assistant predoctoral - Completion Grants

53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy

Job vacancy starting: | Working hours: 30.00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)

Limited contract until:

Job ID: 4925

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team

What we are looking for:

The Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences (VISESS) is soliciting applications for VISESS Completion Grants starting in summer semester 2026.

VISESS addresses societal challenges through inter- and trans-disciplinary academic research connecting the cosmos with planets and atmospheres including its environments and with the anthroposphere. We aim our students to become world-leading experts in either of these three branches while also confidently communicate and contribute across all three branches.

The VISESS Completion Grants aim to support VISESS doctoral students during the final phase of their doctoral studies to focus on the completion and submission of their thesis. VISESS doctoral students employed at the University of Vienna within the last six months before the start of the grant can apply for a three-month completion contract. For further information and to submit your application, see:

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration in the context of the successful completion of your thesis, which means:

You finalise your dissertation according to your doctoral thesis agreement. We expect you to complete and submit your thesis at the end of the grant

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  You continue to participate in research, teaching, administration, (co-)supervision of students, examination activities, evaluation activities and in quality assurance as appropriate in the context of the successful completion of your thesis- .

Requirements:

You are enrolled in the doctoral programme of DSPL45 and a doctoral student member of VISESS who agreed to the Code of Good Practice

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  You have successfully passed your public presentation, submitted your dissertation agreement, and since then submitted your annual progress reports- .
  You have shown active and regular participation in VISESS activities- .
  You can provide a convincing statement that the completion and submission of your thesis can be expected at the end of the grant- .
  You can provide a statement from your supervisory team on their commitment to support you in the final phase of your writing process- .
  You have ensured that there is no other funding source available- .

For detailed information on requirements and selection criteria see:

What we offer:

The employment duration is three months.

Fair salary plus health care and social benefits: The basic gross month salary of EUR 3,714,80 (full-time basis; amount as of 1 February 2025) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Living in the liveliest city of the world according to multiple international ratings (Economist, Mercer and Monocle).

Work-life balance: Flexible working hours and the possibility of home office at an Austrian domicile (partly / upon agreement).

Training and coaching: You will have full access to the extensive training and development program offered by the University of Vienna, one of the largest and oldes universities in Europe.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of an active and inspiring research environment with a vibrant PhD community that offers many ways to connect with peers on a social and professional level.

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team

It is that easy to apply:

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If you have any questions, please contact:

Martina Egger

We look forward to new personalities in our team

The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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Application deadline: 12/15/2025

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