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Barbara Steininger

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Project Assistant with Doctorate in Comparative and European Private Law University of Graz in Austria

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Postdoc

Field of study

School Administration

Funding

Available

Deadline

Nov 5, 2026

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Austria

University

Graz University of Technology

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School Administration
Legal History
Comparative Law
Project Management
Jurisprudence
European Union Law
Civil Law
Clinical Supervision
Family Law
Legal Theory
Administrative Law
Interdisciplinary Collaboration

About this position

The University of Graz is seeking a Project Assistant with a doctorate to join the Centre of European Private Law, with a focus on comparative and European private law and tort law. The position is based at the Institute for European Tort Law of the Austrian Academy of Sciences and the University of Graz, with work locations in both Vienna and Graz. The successful candidate will collaborate on and coordinate third-party funded and research projects, conduct their own comparative legal research, participate in and lead courses, contribute to project applications, supervise students, and assist with organizational and administrative tasks. The role is ideal for candidates with a completed doctoral degree in law, particularly those with strong expertise in tort law within a Romanistic legal system. Excellent English skills are required, and knowledge of German or other languages is desirable. The position requires strong independent work skills, didactic competence, experience in research and teaching, comprehensive IT skills, and strong communication, organizational, and teamwork abilities. The contract is temporary, running until 31 December 2027, with an annual gross salary of at least €69,060.59 for a full-time position (20 hours per week, with the possibility to increase to 30 hours via a cooperation partner). The University of Graz offers a diverse and inclusive working environment, flexible working models, and a range of benefits, including access to healthcare services and support for work-life balance. The university encourages applications from women and individuals with disabilities. Applications must be submitted online through the university's applicant tool, including a letter of motivation, academic CV, and proof of degree completion. The application deadline is 5 November 2025. For further information, contact Univ.-Prof. MMag. Dr.iur. Barbara Steininger.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must have a completed doctoral degree in law with above-average success, very good knowledge of tort law in a legal system belonging to the Romanistic legal family, and excellent English skills. Knowledge of German and other foreign languages is desirable. Candidates should have a high interest in scientific work and interaction with students, the ability to work independently, didactic competence and experience in research and teaching (desirable), comprehensive IT skills, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, as well as resilience and problem-solving ability. Application documents required include a letter of motivation, academic CV, and complete proof of completion of the required degree program.

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Univ.-Prof. MMag. Dr.iur. at University of Graz

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Research Interests

Civil Law

Project Management

Legal Theory

Clinical Supervision

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