University assistant predoctoral Universität Wien

Job description:

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

The Faculty of Mathematics at the University of Vienna is the largest Austrian institution of mathematical research and tertiary education in the mathematical sciences. It consists of active research groups in a wide range of fields, starting from logical foundations, bridging all classical core subjects, and up to concrete applications in industry. As part of the Faculty, the Institute of Mathematics represents the entire discipline of mathematics in research and teaching, without making an arbitrary separation into pure and applied fields.

We are looking for an open, innovative, and productive colleague who enjoys working in an international and interdisciplinary environment. Does that sound like something for you? Apply to join our team!

Your professional field of activity:

As a University Assistant (Praedoc), you will complement the research team around Univ.-Prof. Anton Mellit, PhD. The group studies the geometry and topology of moduli spaces and their connections with representation theory, algebraic combinatorics, and knot invariants. Our ideal candidate has a strong interest in one or more of these fields, can easily integrate into our team, independently contribute to current research, and work with responsibility for results.

The start of the contract is the 1st of december 2026 or later, the exact starting date is negotiable. The employment period is 4 years from the beginning of the contract.

Our research focuses on the field of geometry and topology of moduli spaces and their connections with representation theory, algebraic combinatorics, and knot invariants. As a team, a positive, inclusive, and respectful working environment is important to us, and we regularly exchange ideas on current topics and projects in our group meetings.

Your future tasks:

Active Participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• Collaboration and research in the field of geometry and topology of moduli spaces and their connections with representation theory, algebraic combinatorics, and knot invariants:
  o Development of own solutions as part of the research group of Prof. Mellit.
  o Conclusion of a dissertation agreement within 12 - 18 month is expected.
  o Membership in the Vienna School of Mathematics and active participation in its activities will be required.
• Interdisciplinary colalboration:
  o You participate in international scientific collaborations, as well as international conerences and workshops.
• Collaboration in teaching and administration:o You participate in the administration of the institute, teaching and research.o You hold courses and examinations in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement and you (co-)supervise students.

Required Qualifications/Position Requirement:

• Master studies in mathematics, or a related field completed and certificate provided in due time before the start of the contract (if the Master’s degree programme is still ongoing, the final certificate have to be submitted in any case in due time prior to the commencement of employment)
• Emphasis in one or more of the following areas: geometry and topology of moduli spaces and their connections with representation theory, algebraic combinatorics, and knot invariants
• A strong mathematical background and potential for independent research
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• You are a team player with high social and communicative competence.
• You are goal-oriented and have a high motivation to strive for scientific excellence.

What we offer:

Employment: 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 nonextension declaration.
Work-life balance: The compatibility of work and private life or work and study is a particularly important concern for us. In consultation with the team and team management, you can therefore organize your working hours flexibly and in a family-friendly manner and also work partially work from home within the universty's respective framework. 
Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of an international team with excellent research infrastructure in a relaxed working environment.
Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport.
Climate neutrality - sustainability: The University of Vienna contributes to the achievement of climate goals by means of an adopted sustainability strategy and aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2030 through the reduction of resource consumption, resource-saving and sustainable procurements.
Fixed-term contract and adequate salary: The basic salary corresponds to the collective agreement for employees of the universities according to § 48 VwGr. B1 basic level (praedoc): EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis (14 times per year). The actual salary is finally determined depending on professional experience and qualification. The gross salary covers all benefits of the employee in quantitative and qualitative terms (= all-in payment). Internal training and coaching: We offer you ongoing opportunities to deepen your skills. Choose from an extensive range of courses free of charge.
Benefits: The University of Vienna also offers you numerous benefits, such as a company pension fund, travel allowances, low-cost parking, discounted IT (hardware and software), special rates for language courses offered by the university language center, advancement of women, diversity management and specific career advancement, inclusion, Papamonat, flexible childcare, vacation care for children, health care, vaccination campaigns and fitness offers (special rates for USI sports courses) as well as discounts for employees at various companies.

Does this spark your interest? Would you like to take on this new challenge as part of the research team around Prof. Mellit?

We are looking forward to your application:

• with your letter of motivation and your academic curriculum vitae,
• with a summary of prior research activities, and future research interests (max. 2 pages),
• copy of the Master's thesis or a draft if the master's thesis is not yet completed, as well as list of publications and presentations, if applicable,
• with your notification of a completed Master's/Diploma degree as well as
• two letters of reference, to be sent directly to anton.mellit@univie.ac.at mentioning the applicant’s name and the job ID 5204

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If you have any questions, please contact:

Anton Mellit  

anton.mellit@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 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: 11/12/2026 

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