About the opportunity
The Department of Nutritional Sciences at the Faculty of Life Sciences is seeking a Senior Lecturer for basic sciences and food sciences. This fixed-term position is initially for 4 years, with the possibility of a permanent transition upon successful evaluation at the end of the term. The role combines academic and instructive teaching totaling 30 hours per week, including an average teaching load of 4 semester hours of academic teaching and 10 semester hours of practical/instructive teaching. You will play a key role in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, focusing on student-oriented, competence-oriented, and research-led approaches that connect scientific findings with societal challenges in food and health.
Salary and benefits
- Base salary of EUR 5,014.30 gross per month (based on full-time employment), which increases with applicable credited professional experience.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options upon agreement to support work-life balance.
- An inspiring working environment within an international team featuring excellent research infrastructure.
- Continuous internal professional development and coaching opportunities in higher education didactics and teaching innovation.
- Good public transport accessibility.
Who can apply?
- Completed relevant university degree with a doctorate/PhD (e.g., Nutritional Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Food Chemistry, or a related discipline).
- Several years of demonstrable university teaching experience, particularly in planning and leading laboratory practical courses.
- Experience in basic natural sciences, evaluation of the biofunctionality of foods, and legal/interdisciplinary interface topics in food and health.
- Research experience in nutritional sciences or adjacent disciplines.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and occupational health regulations.
- Very good German language proficiency (at least level C1) and good English language proficiency (at least level B2/C1).
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with an organized, structured work approach and enthusiasm for teaching students.
Required documents
- Curriculum vitae including a publication list and list of research projects
- Cover letter
- Short teaching concept (maximum 2 pages) for a lecture in the field of Novel Food
- List of previously taught courses
- Certificate confirming the completed doctorate/PhD degree
- Optional: Teaching evaluations, examples of digital teaching materials, and reference contacts
When to apply
- Application deadline: November 6, 2026
- Position start date: As soon as possible
How to apply
- Prepare your application documents including your CV, cover letter, teaching concept, course list, and degree certificate.
- Submit your application through the official University of Vienna job portal using the 'Apply Now' button.
Additional information
- The University of Vienna pursues an antidiscriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunity, women's advancement, and diversity, explicitly encouraging qualified women to apply.
- For content-related questions regarding the position, contact Petra Rust at petra.rust@univie.ac.at.
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…
- You hold a PhD in nutritional sciences, biochemistry, molecular biology, or food chemistry and have hands-on experience leading university laboratory courses.
- You are passionate about student-centered, competence-oriented teaching and integrating digital learning tools like Moodle into coursework.
- You possess strong C1-level German and B2/C1-level English skills, enabling you to teach effectively in a bilingual academic environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered on a part-time basis of 30 hours per week and is initially fixed for a term of four years.
- Relocation to Vienna, Austria, or commuting distance is required as on-site teaching, laboratory supervision, and module coordination form core responsibilities.
- A C1 level in German is a strict mandatory prerequisite for handling administrative, teaching, and student support duties.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This four-year senior lectureship provides an excellent platform for academics looking to consolidate their university teaching profile, gain hands-on department coordination experience, and deepen their pedagogical expertise in food and nutritional sciences within a leading research-intensive European university.
Our take
This role is ideal for postdoctoral researchers and educators with a strong background in food sciences and a dedication to academic teaching who want a structured 4-year appointment in Vienna. It is less suitable for candidates seeking permanent tenure immediately or those without prior university laboratory teaching experience.
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