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Full Professor in Training Science with Biological Focus

Join a leading research institution to advance training science in sports.

Best for:Best for experienced researchers in sports science with a strong background in training methodologies.

UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA · Vienna, Austria · R3 · Established researcher
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Training ScienceExercise PerformancePerformance DiagnosticsSports Applications
This is a faculty position — not a PhD studentship.Tenured
Deadline
Dec 15, 2026
62 days
Funding
Salaried
Attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff
Start date
flexible
Full-time
Location
Vienna
Austria

Overview

The University of Vienna is seeking a Full Professor in Training Science with a focus on biological aspects. This role involves conducting high-level research on training, exercise performance, and performance diagnostics, with an emphasis on their practical applications in sports. The successful candidate will collaborate across disciplines and engage with external partners while managing large research projects. A commitment to teaching and administrative responsibilities is also expected, alongside a willingness to learn German for academic purposes.

Full ProfessorSports ScienceResearch LeadershipInterdisciplinary CollaborationTeaching Excellence

What you'll do

  • Conduct and lead innovative research in training science and its biological foundations.
  • Develop and manage large-scale research projects with a focus on exercise performance.
  • Collaborate with various disciplines within the university and with external partners.
  • Supervise and teach at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels.
  • Engage in administrative duties within the Faculty and Centre.

Requirements

Degree required: PhD in a relevant field

Language: German; proficiency required within three years for teaching purposes.

Instruction: English

Publications: A strong publication record is expected, including significant contributions to the field.

Required skills
  • Proven track record of outstanding research achievements and publications.
  • Experience in acquiring competitive third-party funding.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent teaching and supervision abilities.
Nice to have
Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.Competence in gender and diversity issues.Willingness to take on organizational responsibilities.
Eligibility
  • Open to all nationalities
  • Must hold a doctoral degree

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
Attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff
Duration
Fixed Term
Programme
University of Vienna
University of Vienna

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-12-15

Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file containing all required documents via email to the Head of the Centre. The application should include a motivation letter, CV, list of publications, research statement, and teaching statement.

Documents required
  • Letter of motivation
  • Academic curriculum vitae
  • List of publications and ORCID link
  • Research statement
  • Teaching and supervision statement
✉Apply by email

Contact

Barbara Wessner· Head of the Centre

barbara.wessner@univie.ac.at

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Prof.
Barbara Wessner
Centre for Sport Science and University Sports
Lab
Centre for Sport Science and University Sports
UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA
Austria
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