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Predoctoral University Assistant in International Corporate and Commercial Law at the University of Vienna University of Vienna in Austria
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Corporate Law
Funding
This is a 30-hour-per-week university assistant predoctoral employment position. The contract is for three years, initially limited to 1.5 years and automatically extended to three years if no non-renewal declaration is issued within the first 12 months; a further extension to a maximum of four years may be possible. The basic salary is EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis, with possible increases based on credited professional experience. Flexible working hours, partial remote work, internal train
Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
Country
Austria
University
Universität Wien
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About this position
The University of Vienna is recruiting a University Assistant Predoctoral in the Faculty of Law to join the research team of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Chris Thomale. The position focuses on International Corporate and Commercial Law and offers an opportunity to develop a doctoral project while contributing to research, teaching, publications and academic administration.
The successful candidate will participate in research projects and scientific studies, work toward completing a dissertation, finalize a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months, teach courses independently within collective bargaining provisions, and undertake related administrative duties. The contract is three years, initially limited to 1.5 years, with a possible extension to a maximum of four years depending on progress.
Applicants should hold a completed Master's degree or Diploma in International Corporate and Commercial Law, have strong academic results, basic research-methods and academic-writing experience, and demonstrate excellent written and spoken English at C1 level. Knowledge of another foreign language, university processes, didactic or e-learning experience, MS Office and database skills, and strong teamwork and social skills are desirable.
The role is based at the University of Vienna in Austria, begins on 15 January 2027, and is offered for 30 hours per week. The full-time equivalent basic salary is EUR 3,776.10, with potential recognition of prior professional experience. Benefits include flexible hours, partial remote work, public transport access, and free internal training and coaching. Applications close on 31 December 2026.
Funding details
This is a 30-hour-per-week university assistant predoctoral employment position. The contract is for three years, initially limited to 1.5 years and automatically extended to three years if no non-renewal declaration is issued within the first 12 months; a further extension to a maximum of four years may be possible. The basic salary is EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis, with possible increases based on credited professional experience. Flexible working hours, partial remote work, internal train
What's required
Applicants must have completed a Master's degree or Diploma in International Corporate and Commercial Law, with university studies completed with good success. They should have knowledge of university processes and structures, basic experience in academic writing and research methods, excellent written and spoken English at C1 level, and preferably another foreign language. Didactic competence or e-learning experience, MS Office and database user skills, teamwork, and strong social skills are also expected.
How to apply
Apply through the University of Vienna job portal using the “Apply now” button. Submit a scientific CV or letter of intent, a summary of research interests or ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal, and your Master's degree or Diploma.
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