Elisa Freschi

The University of Vienna is advertising a University Assistant postdoctoral position in the research area of Sanskrit Philosophy at the Faculty of Philosophy and Education . The post is embedded in Prof. Elisa Freschi’s research team and focuses on the history of philosophy in the Sanskrit cosmopolis. The team’s current research themes include Mīmāṃsā , especially Kumārila Bhaṭṭa’s contributions to epistemology, philosophy of language, and ritual; debates on commands and deontics, especially through Maṇḍana Miśra; Sanskrit philosophy of action and law, especially Medhātithi; and Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta , especially Veṅkaṭanātha’s philosophy of religion. This is a postdoctoral opening, not a PhD or master’s call. The contract is for 3 years and is renewable for another 3 years (up to 6 years total). The salary listed is EUR 5,014.30 gross paid 14 times per year, with possible increases based on credited professional experience. Applicants should have completed doctoral studies in Sanskrit philosophy before the contract starts. The doctorate may be in Philosophy, Religion, or South Asia studies, provided the main focus was Sanskrit philosophy. The post also requires a publication record, research interests aligned with one or more of the listed areas, command of Sanskrit, teaching experience, excellent English (C1), organizational skills, teamwork, and the ability to meet realistic goals on time. German is desirable but not strictly required; another Indian language or Tibetan is also desirable. Responsibilities include research, teaching in BA/MA philosophy programs, organizing reading groups, workshops and talks, publishing in peer-reviewed venues, applying for third-party funding, supervising students, and taking on administrative tasks. The post is physically located at the University of Vienna in Austria . To apply, use the university job portal and submit a motivation letter, CV, publication list, teaching evidence if available, two writing samples or publications, a short research plan, degree certificates/transcripts, and contact details for three referees. The application deadline is 2026-09-10 .