University Assistant Predoctoral in Historical and Cultural Studies
Conduct doctoral research on medieval and modern settlement archaeology at the University of Vienna.
Best for:Best for aspiring archaeologists with a Master's degree, expertise in medieval or modern landscape archaeology, and GIS skills.
Overview
The University of Vienna invites applications for a predoctoral University Assistant position within the Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies, Department of Prehistory and Historical Archaeology. Working closely with Prof. Thomas Kühtreiber, the successful candidate will participate in the research programme 'Dynamics in Rural Areas' and develop a doctoral dissertation focusing on settlement dynamics and abandoned villages in Eastern Austria during the second millennium AD. Responsibilities include contributing to ongoing research, assisting with departmental teaching and administration, and producing academic publications. The position provides an inspiring academic environment, structured doctoral training, and flexible working arrangements.
What you'll do
- Participate in ongoing research projects under the 'Dynamics in Rural Areas' programme
- Develop, finalize within 12 months, and execute a doctoral dissertation proposal focusing on settlement dynamics and abandoned villages in Eastern Austria
- Contribute to academic publications, articles, and scholarly lectures
- Participate in and independently deliver teaching modules according to collective agreement provisions
- Supervise students and participate in departmental administration, meetings, and conference organization
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Prehistory and Historical Archaeology or a related discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: German (C1 proficiency required during initial period) and English (B2 written and spoken proficiency)
Instruction: German and English
- Master's degree in Prehistory and Historical Archaeology or related discipline
- Demonstrated knowledge of settlement and landscape archaeology from medieval and modern periods through training or practical experience
- Experience integrating landscape archaeological methods and Geographic Information Systems
- Ability to write and finalize a dissertation proposal within the first 12 months
- Hold a qualifying Master's degree in a relevant discipline
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-31
Applications can be submitted in either German or English via the university's application channels. Ensure all required academic documents, motivation letter, and project outline are combined and submitted prior to the deadline.
- Letter of motivation
- CV
- Brief outline of a PhD project
- Master thesis
- Leaving certificates
- Further documents if necessary
Contact
Thomas Kühtreiber· Professor
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