University assistant predoctoral Universität Wien

Temporary

Part Time

Start date: 2026-10-01

Published: 2026-08-03

Wien

Permanent workplace

I am interested

Job description:

At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,700 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an ...

University assistant predoctoral

47 Faculty of Psychology
Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: 30.09.2029
Reference no.: 5911

Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Vienna comprises, beside the Dean’s office and the StudyServiceCenter, four Departments. The research group Clinical Psychology of Adulthood (headed by Prof. Urs Nater) at the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology investigates the relationship between stress and reproductive mental health as part of the “Stress, Sex, and Hormones” research area. A key methodological focus is on outpatient assessment research approaches. We offer excellent research opportunities (including a newly established biochemical laboratory and a psychophysiological laboratory, both equipped with state-of-the-art technology), as well as international collaborations and intensive support for early-career researchers. For more information see: Stress Lab

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a university assistant prae doc, you will complement the research team and take over tasks such as:

Planning and execution of empirical studies.
Statistical Analysis of Multilevel Data.
Presentation of research results at national and international conferences.
Publication of research results in international scientific Journals.
Participation in the acquisition of new research projects.
Participation in the faculty’s and department’s administration.

The employment duration is 3 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.

Your future tasks:

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

You participate in research projects / research studies. Contributions to publications / scientific articles / presentations.
You contribute to the core research areas of the Clinical Psychology of Adulthood research group, particularly in the areas of stress and reproductive mental health.
We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 6-12 months.
You participate in teaching and independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective Agreement.
You supervise students.
You are involved in the organization of meetings, conferences, and symposia.

This is part of your personality:

Master's Degree or diploma, preferably in psychology.
Strong interest in research in the field of Clinical Psychology of Adulthood, particularly on the topics of stress and reproductive mental health.
Very good knowledge in the field of reproductive mental health as well as stress management and quantitative data analysis methods, particularly in the field of psychoneuroendocrinology.
Ability to present and address research questions in a structured manner.
Previous experience in planning and conducting ambulatory assessment studies in the field of stress and reproductive mental health.
Ability to work as part of a team.
High level of commitment and initiative.
Very good command of written and spoken English.

Desirable qualifications are:

Teaching Experience / Experience with E-Learning.
Knowledge of university procedures and structures.
Experiences abroad.
Initial experience in scientific work (e.g., conducting stress tests).
Experience with biochemical analyses (e.g., stress hormones).

What we offer:

We offer career development opportunities:

Completing a doctorate and support of a scientific career by working in a committed team.
Research visits with international cooperation partners.
Membership in the Vienna Doctoral School in Cognition, Behaviour and Neuroscience (VDS CoBeNe).
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 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

It is that easy to apply:

We look forward to receiving your detailed application with a letter of Motivation.
With your academic, tabular curriculum vitae, along with a list of publications (if applicable) and proof of teaching experience (if available).
A brief proposal for a dissertation project on stress and reproductive mental health, incorporating methods of ecological momentary assessment, stress management, and psychoneuroendocrinology.
With your degree certificates.
Via our job portal/ Apply now - button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Urs Markus Nater

urs.nater@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.