Svenja Springer

Postdoctoral Researchers in Human–Animal Interactions are being recruited for the Interdisciplinary Postdoc Program (IDPP) of the Messerli Research Institute of Human-Animal Interactions at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna in Vienna, Austria. This is a full-time postdoctoral opportunity (40 hours/week) for 2 researchers to develop and lead an innovative interdisciplinary project on the challenges and benefits of human-animal interactions (HAI) . The role is designed for researchers who want to work across disciplines and contribute to internationally visible research. Research environment: collaboration with mentors across three leading universities in Vienna, access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, and a vibrant interuniversity setting. The post also emphasizes publishing in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and supervising students. Funding and contract: 3-year appointment with a possible 2-year extension. Salary is listed as EUR 5,014.30 gross/month . Eligibility and expectations: applicants should be prepared to propose an original interdisciplinary research project related to HAI. The announcement highlights English-language application materials and a strong fit with interdisciplinary, collaborative research. Deadline: 26 July 2026. Reference number: 2026/0047 . How to apply: submit the application in English by email to [email protected] and include the reference number. Further information is available via the linked job page. Announcer: Svenja Springer, Assistant Professor of Veterinary Ethics at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, also affiliated with the University of Copenhagen.