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

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a university assistant prae doc, you will complement the research team around Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Forgó and take over tasks such as working in research and administration and participating in the teaching activities of the institute.
Our research focuses on data protection, Al law, IT security, intellectual property law and the application of Austrian and European legal norms to the various data sets of our research projects.
Team Forgó currently consists of 1 Postdoc, 5 praedocs, 4 student assistant / e-multiplicators, 16 project staff and 3 administrative colleagues.
What sets us apart as a team is our team spirit and cohesion as well as our mutual support; we value respect and warmth in how we treat each other, and we work to create a supportive environment.

Your future tasks:

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

• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the field of IT/IP law.
• We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
• You work on your dissertation and its completion.
• You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.

This is part of your personality:

• Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of law
• Basic experience in academic writing and with research methods
• Initial experience in the acquisition/ realization of (third-party funded) research projects desired
• Didactic competences / experience with e-learning
• IT user skills: e.g. MS Office
• An affinity for technology is desireable
• Excellent command of written and spoken German and English (C1 Level)
• You should be a team player with high social skills
• Willingness to participate in international and interdisciplinary research

What we offer:

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.

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. 

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 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.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.836,10 (on a full-time basis) 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:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent
• With your summary of research interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal
• Certificate of completed Master's degree or Diploma
• Publication list
• Graduation certificates
• Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Nikolaus Forgó  

nikolaus.forgo@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: 12/18/2026 

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