University Assistant Postdoctoral, Protestant Theology
Conduct independent research, teaching, and supervision in systematic theology at the University of Vienna.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers in Protestant theology with a strong focus on systematic theology and an interest in academic teaching.
Overview
The University of Vienna is seeking a postdoctoral University Assistant for the Institute for Systematic Theology and Religious Studies within the Faculty of Protestant Theology. The successful candidate will engage in independent research, course delivery, student examinations, and academic administration. The role aims to strengthen the department's teaching and research portfolio while offering opportunities to develop a habilitation project. The appointment is fixed-term for 32 months starting in January 2027.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research activities within the field of systematic theology and pursue a habilitation project
- Design and deliver independent courses and conduct student examinations
- Supervise students and provide academic guidance
- Participate in administrative and organizational tasks, as well as institutional evaluation measures
- Attend and help organize national and international academic conferences
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Protestant theology
Language: English or German as required by course assignments and institutional standards
Instruction: German and English
- Specialized knowledge and strong interest in systematic theology
- Demonstrated capacity for independent academic research and ideas for a habilitation project
- Experience or willingness to teach university-level courses and conduct examinations
- Strong teamwork skills and active interest in interdisciplinary academic exchange
- Good IT user skills for academic and administrative tasks
- Hold a completed doctoral/PhD degree in Protestant theology prior to appointment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official University of Vienna recruitment tool by uploading an academic CV, a motivation letter including research interests and start date (max 1.5 pages), and proof of a completed doctoral degree.
- Academic CV
- Motivation letter
- Proof of completed doctoral degree
Contact
Christian Danz
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