A longer-than-average postdoctoral contract with freedom to choose your specialized research topics: This is a university-funded position that will allow you more freedom than typical project-funded positions. It will give you the chance to shape your research profile and establish yourself as a leading expert in the field.
Inspiring and supportive working atmosphere: You will be part of an international team in a healthy and fair working environment with excellent research infrastructure. You will not perform your work in isolation but collaborate with a strong research team.
Fair salary plus health care and social benefits: The gross salary of at least EUR 5.014,30 (payable 14 times per year) allows for a comfortable life in a vibrant city with affordable housing prices and quick access to the outdoors.
Work-life balance: You have flexible working hours and the option to partly work remotely (within Austria) upon agreement.
Training and coaching: We offer you the opportunity to develop your skills on an ongoing basis.
Equal opportunities for all: We welcome diverse personalities in our team!
The University of Vienna aims to become carbon neutral by 2030: We fully support low-carbon options for travelling.
The position is available from 11 August 2026, but a later starting time is possible. The review of applications will begin on 25 June 2026. The search will continue until the decision is made but we aim for a decision as soon as possible after that.
We offer an initial contract for three years. This contract can be extended to six years in total by mutual agreement.
- With a short letter stating your interest in the position, and ideas of what you would like to do with FLEXPART;
- With your CV including a list of publications;
- With contact details of two persons who could provide a recommendation upon request;
- Via our job portal / Apply now - button.
