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Barbara Steininger

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University Assistant without Doctorate (PhD Position) in Civil Law University of Graz in Austria

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Legal History

Funding

Available

Deadline

Expired

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Austria

University

Graz University of Technology

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Keywords

Legal History
Jurisprudence
European Union Law
Doctoral Studies
Law
Student Affairs
Civil Law
Clinical Supervision
Legal Theory
Private Law

About this position

The University of Graz is offering a PhD position as a University Assistant without Doctorate in the Department of Civil Law, Foreign Private Law, and Private International Law. This four-year, temporary position is designed for candidates interested in pursuing a dissertation in civil law while actively participating in the academic life of the department. The successful candidate will work closely with Prof.

Barbara Steininger, contributing to research projects, conducting and participating in courses, assisting with project funding applications, participating in examinations, supervising students, and supporting organizational and administrative tasks. The position offers an annual gross salary of at least €52,007.20 (for a full-time, 30-hour per week contract), with the possibility of overpayment based on qualifications and experience.

The University of Graz provides a vibrant, inclusive, and flexible working environment, with a strong emphasis on diversity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development. Applicants must hold a diploma or master’s degree in Law with above-average academic performance, possess excellent knowledge of Austrian Private Law and related areas, and demonstrate proficiency in both German and English (another foreign language is desirable). Additional requirements include a high interest in scientific work, the ability to work independently, didactic competence, experience in research and teaching support (desirable), strong IT skills, and excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork abilities. The application process requires submission of a letter of motivation, academic CV, proof of degree completion, and proof of language skills if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.

The University of Graz encourages applications from women and individuals with disabilities and is committed to increasing diversity in its academic community. Applications must be submitted via the university’s online applicant tool by November 14, 2025.

For further information, candidates may contact Prof. Barbara Steininger at the Department of Civil Law.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must have completed a diploma or master’s degree in Law with above-average success. Excellent knowledge of Austrian Private Law and related areas is required, as well as excellent written and spoken German and English (another foreign language is desirable). Candidates should have a high interest in scientific work, the ability to work independently, didactic competence, experience in research and teaching support (desirable), very good IT skills, strong personal responsibility, cooperation, communication, organization, teamwork skills, resilience, and problem-solving ability. Application documents must include a letter of motivation, academic CV, proof of degree completion, and proof of required language skills if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.

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Professors

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

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Austria

Research Interests

Civil Law

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Legal Theory

Clinical Supervision

Jurisprudence