University assistant predoctoral - Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology

University assistant predoctoral

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700 of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an University assistant predoctoral at the Faculty of Catholic Theology.

Job vacancy starting: 02/10/2027
Working hours: 30.00
Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited contract until: 02/09/2031
Job ID: 6220
Application deadline: 10/11/2026

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,700 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a Praedoc University Assistant, you will join the team in the Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology at the Department of Historical Theology within the Faculty of Catholic Theology at the University of Vienna (Department Chair: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Hans-Jürgen Feulner) and take on responsibilities such as actively participating in teaching as well as conducting your own research and publishing work. In addition, the department contributes to the internationally renowned open-access journal (Ex Fonte). We place great value on a collegial and harmonious work environment and encourage both social and academic exchange. You can find an overview of our team and our areas of academic research here: https://lit-ktf.univie.ac.at

Your future tasks:

You will actively participate in research, teaching, and administration, which means:

• Preparing a dissertation in our Department of Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology (signing a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months)
• Your own scholarly activities (primarily writing a dissertation) will be supported and encouraged.
• Participation in the department’s research projects and scholarly publications
• Presentations at conferences
• Participation in and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
• Co-supervision of students
• Assistance in organizing conferences and study trips
• Participation in teaching and research administration
• Support for the open-access journal Ex Fonte

This is part of your personality:

Requirements:

• Completed master’s degree or diploma in Catholic Theology
• Excellent written and spoken German
• Good written and spoken English
• Good knowledge of Latin
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for results
• Comprehensive computer skills, particularly in MS Office
• You are a team player with strong social and communication skills.

Desirable qualifications:

• Completed diploma or master’s thesis in the field of Liturgical Studies
• Knowledge of an additional modern foreign language
• Knowledge of the Roman liturgy
• Knowledge of Hebrew and Ancient Greek
• Research interest in the processes of Inculturation in the liturgy
• Interest and experience in the fields of liturgy and ecumenism

What we offer:

The contract term for this position is 4 years. The employment contract, initially limited to 1.5 years, will be automatically extended to 4 years unless the employer issues a notice of non-renewal within the first 12 months.

• Work-life balance: 30 hours that can be distributed throughout the week.
• Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.
• Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport.
• Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.
• Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
• Get off to a great start in your new job: the Welcome Compass helps you settle into your new role at the University of Vienna and life in Vienna.
• Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:

Application materials required:

• Letter of motivation
• Academic curriculum vitae
• Brief dissertation proposal
• Master’s degree or diploma certificate
• Additional educational and degree certificates (if available)

Via our job portal / “Apply Now” button

If you have any content questions, please contact:

Hans-Jürgen Feulner
[email protected]

We look forward to new personalities in our team!

The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.