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Postdoctoral Researcher in European Constitutional, Administrative, Migration and Human Rights Law University of Vienna in Austria

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Postdoc

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Human Rights

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This is a 40-hour-per-week, fixed-term postdoctoral employment contract under the Austrian collective agreement, initially from 05 February 2027 until 28 May 2027, with possible extension. The basic salary is EUR 5,079.50, potentially increased based on credited professional experience. Flexible working, remote or hybrid work and part-time work may be available by agreement.

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Nov 19, 2026

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About this position

The University of Vienna is seeking a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Constitutional and Administrative Law, Faculty of Law, in the Chair of Public Law in Its European Context, led by Professor Anuscheh Farahat.

The successful candidate will conduct research, teach, and undertake administrative duties in constitutional and administrative law in Europe, with particular emphasis on migration law and human rights law. Responsibilities include contributing to research projects, pursuing independent research and publications, organising academic events and publications, supporting visiting scholars, teaching classes, and assisting with teaching and assessment.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Law or socio-legal studies and have expertise in Austrian public law. Relevant interests include constitutional law, fundamental and human rights law, interdisciplinary research, and independent academic qualification. English and German proficiency at C1 level are required.

The 40-hour postdoctoral contract starts on 5 February 2027 and runs initially until 28 May 2027, with a possibility of extension. The basic salary is EUR 5,079.50, subject to increases for credited professional experience. Applications are due by 19 November 2026 and must include an academic CV, one-page motivation letter, degree certificates, PhD certificate, and publication list.

Funding details

This is a 40-hour-per-week, fixed-term postdoctoral employment contract under the Austrian collective agreement, initially from 05 February 2027 until 28 May 2027, with possible extension. The basic salary is EUR 5,079.50, potentially increased based on credited professional experience. Flexible working, remote or hybrid work and part-time work may be available by agreement.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD in Law or socio-legal studies, demonstrate expertise in Austrian public law, and have interests in constitutional law, fundamental and human rights law, interdisciplinary research, academic qualification, student support and collaboration with international scholars. Strong teamwork and communication skills are required, along with English and German proficiency at least at C1 level. Application materials include an academic CV with the PhD and diploma/master's thesis topics, diploma or master's degree certificate, PhD certificate, publication list, and a motivation letter of no more than one page.

How to apply

Apply through the University of Vienna job portal using the “Apply now” button. Submit an academic CV, one-page motivation letter, diploma or master's degree certificate, PhD certificate, and publication list.

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