At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700 of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an
45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies
Job vacancy starting: 08/01/2026 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited contract until: 02/28/2027
Job ID: 5610
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!
As a university assistant you will join the research team at the Department of Musicology at the University of Vienna. The Institute was founded in 1898 by Guido Adler. With its four professorships (Early Historical Musicology, Modern Histrorical Musicology, Systematic Musicology, Ethnomusicology), twelve other full-time academic employees, lecturers, project staff members, administrative staff and around 900 students, it is one of the largest musicological institutes in the German-speaking world.
We are looking for applicants who would like to qualify themselves with their own research and subsequent dissertation in the field of ehtnomusicology and contribute to the diverse projects of our department.
The duration of the contract is 7 months (maternity leave) until 28.02.2027 with option for extension.
You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:
You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of ehtnomusicology
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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- .
Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of ethnomusicolog
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Knowledge of the basics and methods in the field of ethnomusicolog- y
High didactic competences
Desireable: fieldwork experienc- e
Initial experiences in academic writing and first conference contributions (national / international- )
Excellent German and English language skills (C1- )
You should be a team player with high social/communication skill- s
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 3.776,10 (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!
With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of inten
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With your summary of research interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal (max. 5 p.- )
Master Degree / Diplom- a
Via our job portal/ Apply now - butto- n
Julio César Mendivil Trelles
[email protected]
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: 06/30/2026
