University Assistant (m/f/d) with or without a Doctorate

Application deadline: 2026-08-21
Job Profile: University Assistant with Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 70.200,20
Hours per week: 24
Salary Category: B1
Employment Start: 2026-09-01
Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Centre for Professionalisation of Early Childhood Education and Care

Your Responsibilities

• Wiriting a doctoral thesis in the field of professionalization in early childhood education (applies only to the position profile University Assistant without doctorate)
• Participate in national and international research and development projects
• Conduct independent scientific research in the field of early childhood education
• Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of scientific projects
• Support and/or take responsibility for project management and the administration of externally funded research projects
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications and presentations
• Participate in the development of innovative educational programmes and knowledge transfer formats
• Contribute to university teaching and/or continuing professional education
• Supervise and support students
• Participate in organisational, administrative and quality assurance activities of the Centre
• Develop and maintain national and international collaborations and research networks
• Contribute to activities related to the Graz Interaction Scale (GrazIAS)

Your Profile

• Completed Master's, Diploma or equivalent university degree, or completed doctoral/PhD degree in Educational Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Social Sciences or a related discipline
• Excellent command of German and English, both written and spoken
• Sound knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
• Excellent IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Structured, independent and responsible working style
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in research and/or externally funded projects
• Experience in scientific publishing
• Experience in university teaching or adult education
• Project management experience
• Experience with statistical and/or qualitative data analysis software
• International research collaboration and networking experience

Additional Qualifications for Applicants with a Doctorate

• Demonstrated experience in conducting independent scientific research
• Experience in acquiring and managing externally funded research projects
• Experience in supervising university students

Application Documents

The following documents are required for an application:

• Letter of motivation and academic CV
• Employment References and Academic Certificates

The classification and remuneration depend on the respective job profile: € 50.865,40 (University Assistant without doctorate) or 70.200,20 (University Assistant with doctorate).

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 70.200,20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

We Offer

Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.	Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.	Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A  "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.	Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

For further information or inquiries, please contact: Josepha Barbarics at [email protected]. Please note that applications can only be

submitted via the University of Graz online application tool.

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

 

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.