About the opportunity
The University of Vienna is seeking an Organizational Assistant to support the Institute of Philosophy and the Professorship for Sanskrit Philosophy (Univ.-Prof. Elisa Freschi). The role involves providing administrative and organizational support for research and teaching, managing secretarial duties, organizing conferences, and supporting scientific networks and projects.
Salary and benefits
- Base salary of EUR 2,759.2 (based on 40 hours per week), which may increase based on recognized professional experience.
- Flexible working hours (flextime) and the possibility of telecommuting (approximately half of the working time from home, subject to agreement with the supervisor).
- Access to a wide range of free internal further training courses.
- Work environment with a diverse university background and good public transport connections.
Who can apply?
- Completion of a general or vocational higher school or a commercial apprenticeship.
- Professional experience in office management, preferably within a scientific or university context.
- Very good written and spoken proficiency in German and English.
- Proficiency in IT applications, specifically LaTeX, MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Personal attributes: organizational competence, independence, reliability, teamwork, resilience, trustworthiness, flexibility, and accuracy.
- Willingness to undergo further training.
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter/Motivation letter
- Educational certificates (e.g., apprenticeship, Matura, degree)
- Employment references/service certificates (if applicable)
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 9, 2026.
- The professorship begins on September 1, 2026.
How to apply
- Apply via the university's job portal using the "Jetzt bewerben" (Apply Now) button.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with a Matura or commercial apprenticeship and professional office management experience.
- Those with very good proficiency in both German and English.
- Applicants with specific IT skills in LaTeX, MS Office, and Excel.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is temporary, ending on August 31, 2027.
- Telecommuting is subject to agreement with the supervisor and limited to approximately half of the working time.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to provide high-level administrative support to a professorship, offering a chance to work in a hybrid environment with a diverse academic background.
Our take
A great fit for administrative professionals with a specific interest in Sanskrit Philosophy and academic support.
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