University Assistant without Doctorate in International Law
Conduct doctoral research in international law focusing on Eastern Europe while contributing to teaching and editorial work at the University of Graz.
Best for:Best for law graduates seeking a funded doctoral track with a research focus on international law and Eastern European legal studies.
Overview
The University of Graz invites applications for a fixed-term University Assistant position without a doctorate within the Department of Foundations of Law. Over a four-year period, the successful candidate will pursue a doctoral dissertation centered on international law with a strong emphasis on Eastern Europe. In addition to independent research, responsibilities include editorial support for the Review of Central and East European Law, participation in academic projects, and contributing to teaching activities in German and English. Candidates must hold a master's or diploma degree in law with an outstanding academic record and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
What you'll do
- Complete a doctoral dissertation focusing on international law with relevance to Eastern Europe
- Conduct independent academic research in public, international, and human rights law
- Contribute to the editorial operations of the Review of Central and East European Law
- Participate in grant acquisition and ongoing third-party funded research projects
- Organize and deliver public engagement and science-to-communication activities
- Teach and assist with undergraduate or graduate courses in German and/or English
- Manage administrative and organizational duties within the department
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or Diploma in law with an excellent academic record
Degree offered: PhD
Language: German and English; excellent command of German written and spoken, very good command of English
Instruction: German and English
- Solid foundational knowledge in international law and related disciplines such as European human rights law
- Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary scholarship bridging law, humanities, and political science
- Native or near-native proficiency in written and spoken German
- Very good command of English
- Proficient IT and digital literacy
- Must not yet hold a doctoral degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-02 (Europe/Vienna)
Applicants must submit their application documents exclusively through the University of Graz online recruitment portal. Ensure all required files, including motivation letter, CV, and degree certificates, are uploaded prior to the deadline.
- Letter of motivation
- Academic CV
- Proof of completed degree program
- Proof of language skills
Contact
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