About the opportunity
The University of Vienna is seeking a Pre-doctoral University Assistant to join the team of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Florian Möslein at the Faculty of Law. The successful candidate will support the establishment of the chair, contribute to research and administration, and participate in teaching activities while working toward the completion of their dissertation.
Salary and benefits
- Fair salary: Base salary of EUR 3,776.10 (based on full-time), which may increase based on recognized professional experience.
- Contract duration: 4 years total (initially limited to 1.5 years, with automatic extension to 4 years unless a non-extension declaration is issued within the first 12 months).
- Work-life balance: Flexible working hours and partial remote work options.
- Inspiring environment: International team with excellent research infrastructure and a relaxed working atmosphere.
- Professional development: Access to over 600 free internal workshops per year for coaching and further training.
- Convenient location: Easy accessibility via public transportation.
Who can apply?
- Above-average completion of a Master's or Diploma degree in Law, qualifying for doctoral studies, or a comparable qualification.
- Proven knowledge and research interests in civil law and the law of digitalization.
- Proven interest in international and interdisciplinary research, particularly regarding legal issues in platforms, crypto tokens, and/or Artificial Intelligence.
- Excellent proficiency in German and English (C1 level) and knowledge of in at least one other foreign language.
- Ability to work independently and as a team player with high social and communicative competence.
- Teaching experience and experience in conducting research projects (practical experience is desirable).
- Initial publication activity and experience participating in scientific conferences.
Required documents
- Academic CV / Letter of Intent
- Summary of research interests / Dissertation concept
- Degree certificates
- List of presentations and publications (if available)
- Evidence of teaching experience (if available)
- Employment references/work certificates (if available)
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 10, 2026.
- Position starts on October 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…
- Master's or Diploma degree in Law with excellent academic performance
- Proven research interest in civil law, crypto tokens, or AI
- Excellent proficiency in German and English (C1)
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract is initially limited to 1.5 years with an automatic extension to 4 years, provided certain conditions are met
- You must be prepared to support the establishment of a new chair, which may involve significant administrative work
- The role requires a high level of independence and team collaboration
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a structured environment to pursue a PhD while contributing to the development of a new chair at the University of Vienna. It is an excellent fit for someone looking to build a research profile in the law of digitalization while gaining teaching experience.
Our take
An excellent choice for law graduates seeking a structured PhD program with teaching responsibilities; less suitable for those looking for purely research-focused or non-academic roles.
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