About the opportunity
The University of Vienna is seeking a Senior Lecturer for the Center for Sport Science and University Sport. The role focuses on instructional teaching in the field of sports games and game-related movement fields, covering sports such as basketball, handball, racket sports, and soccer. The position is designed to support students in developing a curious and critical mindset, providing a solid foundation for future professional challenges. If evaluated positively at the end of the 4-year fixed term, the position may be become permanent.
Salary and benefits
- Fair salary: Base salary of EUR 3,776.1 (based on full-time), which may increase based on recognized professional experience.
- Inspiring work environment as part of an international team with excellent research infrastructure.
- Convenient access via public transportation.
- Continuous opportunities for internal further training and coaching.
Who can apply?
- Completed Master's or Diploma degree in Sport and Exercise Science or Teacher Training in Movement and Sport.
- Subject-specific training in sports games (university degree, trainer training, or comparable evidence).
- Several years of independent teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution.
- Previous teaching experience in secondary levels I and II is an advantage.
- Enthusiasm for sharing knowledge and university-level teaching.
- Interest in using digital teaching formats.
- Excellent German language skills.
- Very good English language skills.
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) and motivation letter.
- Proof of completed Master's/Diploma degree.
- Evidence of qualifications in the field of sports games.
- Didactic teaching concept (maximum 2 pages).
- List of university-level courses taught (including evaluation results if available).
- Optional: List of publications and contributions to research projects.
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-09-30.
- Position starts on 2027-02-01.
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…
- Holders of a completed Master's or Diploma degree in Sport and Exercise Science or Teacher Training in Movement and Sport.
- Candidates possessing specialized training in sports games such as basketball, handball, racket sports, or soccer.
- Educators with several years of independent teaching experience at post-secondary or secondary educational levels.
What should you think carefully about?
- The initial appointment is a 4-year fixed term, with a potential transition to permanency dependent on a positive evaluation.
- The role requires excellent German language skills alongside very good English proficiency.
- The position is on-site at the University of Vienna's Center for Sport Science, making relocation to Vienna necessary if not locally resident.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This lectureship offers sports science professionals a stable medium-term platform to develop university teaching competencies, shape practical movement curricula, and engage with students in a vibrant academic sports community.
Our take
Qualified sports science instructors with strong practical sports backgrounds and German language proficiency should strongly consider applying. Researchers looking for a traditional laboratory-based science track should look elsewhere.
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