About the opportunity
The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Vienna is seeking a University Assistant Predoctoral to join the new Professorship of Psychotherapy and Psychotherapy Research (Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Probst) at the Institute for Clinical and Health Psychology. This role involves developing and implementing therapy research at the Outpatient Unit for Research, Teaching and Practice (FLPA). The research group investigates the processes and effectiveness of psychotherapy, evidence-based psychotherapy, digitalization, and the use of psychological and neuroscientific methods in psychotherapy research. The working group actively promotes open and reproducible science.
Salary and benefits
- Basic salary of EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis (paid 14 times yearly), which increases based on creditable professional experience.
- Support for a scientific career and completion of a doctorate within a committed team.
- Teaching experience in bachelor's and master's programs.
- Participation in continued education courses offered by the Graduate Center of the University of Vienna.
Who can apply?
- Master's degree or diploma in psychology or other related fields.
- Experience in developing and implementing therapy research at a university-affiliated psychotherapy outpatient clinic.
- Interest in cross-cluster research questions.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality in the context of therapy research.
- Experience with Ecological Momentary Assessment.
- Excellent knowledge of statistical analysis software.
- Work experience with clinical, mentally distressed, random samples.
- Ability to present and address research questions in a structured manner and work as part of a team.
- High level of commitment and initiative.
- Very good command of written and spoken English and German (C1).
Required documents
- Detailed application with a letter of motivation
- Outline of a planned research project (maximum 2 pages)
- Academic, tabular curriculum vitae along with a list of publications (if applicable)
- PDF attachments for publications, awards, or prizes (if applicable)
- Degree certificates
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 18, 2026
How to apply
- Prepare all required documents including motivation letter, research outline, CV, and degree certificates.
- Submit your application via the job portal using the 'Apply now' button.
Additional information
- Job ID: 6149
- Working hours: 30.00 hours per week.
- Employment duration: 4 years, initially limited to 1.5 years and automatically extended to 4 years if not terminated within the first 12 months.
- Expected to finalize the dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
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…
- Psychology graduates with a specific interest in digitalization, AI, and VR within psychotherapy research.
- Professionals with experience in clinical outpatient settings or working with mentally distressed populations.
- Researchers comfortable with Ecological Momentary Assessment and advanced statistical software.
What should you think carefully about?
- The 30-hour work week necessitates efficient time management to balance research, teaching, and doctoral requirements.
- Candidates must be prepared to demonstrate C1-level fluency in both English and German.
- The contract is initially limited to 1.5 years, requiring proactive engagement to secure the full 4-year term.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is designed for those looking to build a career in clinical and health psychology by bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical application. It offers a clear trajectory for completing a doctorate while gaining hands-on experience in a specialized outpatient unit.
Our take
Highly recommended for researchers eager to apply modern technology to clinical therapy; applicants who prefer purely theoretical work or lack clinical experience may be less competitive.
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