Jasmine L Loveland

Vetmeduni’s Messerli Research Institute in Vienna is advertising 2 postdoctoral researcher positions for the Interdisciplinary Postdoc Program (IDPP) focused on human-animal interactions (HAI) . The call invites candidates to develop and lead their own innovative interdisciplinary research project addressing the challenges and benefits of HAI, working with mentors across three leading universities in Vienna. The positions are full-time (40 hours/week) and offered for 3 years , with a possible 2-year extension after positive evaluation. The salary is listed as EUR 5,014.30 gross per month . The research environment is described as vibrant, interuniversity, and well-resourced, with state-of-the-art infrastructure. Successful candidates are expected to publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and supervise students. The call highlights 8 interdisciplinary topics related to HAI, making it suitable for applicants with backgrounds in veterinary science, biology, psychology, public health, medical science, and related fields. The post is based in Vienna, Austria , and applications must be submitted in English. Deadline: 26 July 2026. How to apply: Send your application by email to [email protected] and include reference 2026/0047 . Check the official job page for the full call and topic details.