University Assistant Predoctoral in Clinical-psychological Intervention Research

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 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

47 Faculty of Psychology
Startdate: 01.01.2027 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Reference no.: 6312

At the University of Vienna, more than 10,000 people work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them are scientists who, with their curiosity and continuous demand for excellence, conduct top-level international research and teaching. Are you also looking for the right space to develop your potential? We are seeking a/an

Your place of work:

The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Vienna comprises the Dean's Office, a Student Service Center, four institutes, and the Outpatient Unit for Research, Teaching and Practice. 

Your future position is based with the new Professorship of clinical-psychological intervention research (Prof. Dr. Johanna Böttcher), which will be established in October 2026 at the Institute for Clinical and Health Psychology.

The research group investigates innovative digital interventions for mental disorders and psychological distress. The research focuses on acceptance, effectiveness, and mechanisms of action in various digital settings.  

Other key research areas of the professorship include:

• Transdiagnostic processes and approach
• Transcultural Psychotherapy
• Side Effects of Psychological Treatment

The working group actively promotes open and reproducible science (e.g., through pre-registration and the sharing of materials and data) and values diverse perspectives.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• You participate in research projects / scientific studies.
• You contribute to the core research areas of the research group.
• We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 6-12 months.
• Participation in teaching and independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective bargaining agreement.
• You supervise students.
• You are involved in the organization of meetings, conferences, and symposia.

Your profile:

• A college degree (master's or diploma) in psychology
• Initial experiences in the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical studies on digital psychotherapeutic interventions, particularly blended care
• Interest in transtheoretical and cross-cluster research questions in psychotherapy research
• Ongoing or completed training in psychotherapy
• Very strong knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods
• Ability to independently develop scientific research questions, present them in a structured manner, and address them systematically
• Experience in planning, conducting, and evaluating empirical research projects
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, as well as passion for interdisciplinary collaboration
• High level of commitment, initiative, and an independent, structured approach to work
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills (at least C1 level)

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience in conducting randomized controlled trials (RCTs), ideally in routine psychotherapy settings
• Initial experience in publishing and presenting research findings, particularly in academic journals and at national or international conferences
• Initial experience in academic teaching and conveying scientific content 
• Clinical experience in routine outpatient care
• Work experience in interdisciplinary or intersectoral teams
• Additional psychotherapeutic qualifications, such as group psychotherapy
• Initial international experience in a scientific or clinical context

What we offer:

We offer career development opportunities:

• Completing a doctorate and support of a scientific career by working in a committed team.
• Teaching experience in bachelor’s and master’s programs.
• Participation in continued education courses offered by the Graduate Center of the University of Vienna.
• The basic salary of EUR 3.836,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
• The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration.

It is that easy to apply:

• We look forward to receiving your detailed application with a letter of Motivation. (max. 2 pages).
• With your academic, tabular curriculum vitae, along with a list of publications (if applicable).
• Proof of teaching experience (if available).
• With your degree certificates.
• Via our job portal / Apply now - button.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Johanna Böttcher

johanna.boettcher@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: 11/08/2026

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