About the opportunity
The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Vienna is hiring a predoctoral university assistant to work with the new Professorship of Psychotherapy and Psychotherapy Research, led by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Probst. The research group focuses on the processes and effectiveness of psychotherapy, evidence-based practice, digitalization in psychotherapy, and the application of psychophysiological methods. The successful candidate will participate in research projects, contribute to teaching in bachelor’s and master’s programs, and assist with administrative tasks. The position is designed to support the completion of a doctorate, with an expectation to finalize a dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. The working group values open and reproducible science and diverse perspectives.
Salary and benefits
- Salary of EUR 3,776.10 per month (on a full-time basis, paid 14 times per year), with potential for increases based on professional experience
- Support for completing a doctorate and developing a scientific career
- Opportunities to gain teaching experience in bachelor's and master's programs
- Access to continued education courses offered by the Graduate Center of the University of Vienna
Who can apply?
- Master's degree or diploma in psychology or a related field
- Experience conducting studies at the intersection of psychotherapy and neuroscience
- Interest in cross-cluster research questions
- Postgraduate psychotherapy training or continuing education (in progress or completed)
- In-depth knowledge of psychophysiological methods
- Excellent knowledge of programming and data analysis software (R, Python, MATLAB)
- Very good command of written and spoken English and German (C1 level)
- Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate high commitment and initiative
Required documents
- Letter of motivation
- Outline of a planned research project (max. 2 pages)
- Academic, tabular curriculum vitae
- List of publications (if applicable)
- PDF attachments of publications, awards, or prizes (if applicable)
- Degree certificates
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-09-18
How to apply
- Prepare the required documents including a motivation letter and research project outline
- Submit the application via the official University of Vienna job portal using the 'Apply now' button
Additional information
- The position is for 30 hours per week
- The employment duration is 4 years, initially limited to 1.5 years with automatic extension if no non-extension declaration is submitted within the first 12 months
- The University of Vienna encourages qualified women to apply and gives preference to female candidates in cases of equal qualifications
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 master's degree in psychology or related fields seeking a structured path to a doctorate.
- Researchers with specific expertise in psychotherapy, neuroscience, and psychophysiological methods.
- Individuals proficient in R, Python, or MATLAB who value open and reproducible science.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires a 30-hour work week, which may impact total compensation and time available for research.
- Applicants must possess C1-level proficiency in both English and German to meet teaching and administrative requirements.
- The role is initially limited to 1.5 years, with extension contingent upon the absence of a non-extension declaration.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is ideal for an aspiring academic aiming to integrate research, teaching, and clinical study within a supportive university environment. By finalizing a dissertation agreement within the first 18 months, you can effectively balance your doctoral progress with practical experience in a high-profile psychotherapy research group.
Our take
This is an excellent opportunity for psychology graduates focused on clinical research and academia; those without German language proficiency or a strong interest in teaching may find it less suitable.
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