University Assistant Postdoctoral, Philological and Cultural Studies

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University Assistant postdoctoral

45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies
Startdate: 01.12.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: 30.11.2032
Reference no.: 6032

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together!

Your personal sphere of play: As a Postdoctoral University Assistant, you will join the research team led by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Hartmut Wulfram.

The Department of Classical Philology, Medieval and Neo-Latin Studies is dedicated to research and teaching across the languages and literatures of Greek and Roman Antiquity (including Late Antiquity), as well as Late, Medieval, and Neo-Latin language and post-antique Latin literature up to the present day—a span of approximately 2,700 years. At the core of its mission is language training in Greek and Latin, alongside the literary analysis and textual interpretation of works from European Antiquity that have significantly shaped, and continue to influence, world culture. Student education is delivered within the framework of bachelor's and master's degree programs, teacher education programs (Latin and/or Greek), and doctoral degree programs in Greek and/or Latin.

Your future tasks:

You will actively contribute to research, teaching, and administration:

• You will develop an independent research profile in the field of Neo-Latin Philology (preferably Italian Humanism).
• You will prepare and complete a publishable habilitation thesis (following a dissertation in Neo-Latin, this may also be in Classical Latin Studies).
• You will publish internationally and deliver conference presentations and lectures.
• You will independently teach courses to the extent stipulated by the collective bargaining agreement.
• You will undertake administrative responsibilities in research (e.g., assisting in the organization of conferences) and teaching (e.g., serving on academic committees).

Your Profile & Qualifications:

• Completed doctoral/PhD degree in Latin Studies, alongside a documented interest in Neo-Latin Philology and the Latin reception tradition.
• Outstanding doctoral dissertation in the field of Classical Latin Studies or Neo-Latin Philology.
• Didactic competence and teaching skills.
• Proficient IT user skills (especially MS Office).
• Team player with strong social and communication skills.

Language Proficiencies:

• Latin: Excellent command
• Ancient Greek: Basic knowledge
• German: Excellent command
• English: Very good command
• Italian: Very good reading comprehension
• French: Very good reading comprehension

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years / 72 months increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• Academic curriculum vitae (CV)
• List of publications Outline of the habilitation project (max. 1 page)
• Official degree certificate / confirmation of completed doctoral/PhD studies
• Via our job portal / "Apply Now" button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Hartmut Wulfram

hartmut.wulfram@univie.ac.at

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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 10/26/2026

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