Predoctoral University Assistant

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. Participate actively in research, teaching, and administration .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeVienna • AustriaMid-LevelSenior💰 €3,776 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in French Linguistics and a strong ability to conduct independent research, publish in academic journals, and teach courses effectively. Proven track record in organizing academic events and contributing to externally funded research projects.

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French LinguisticsDoctoral Research ProjectResearch PublicationConference OrganizationIndependent Teaching

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Hard Skills

Research MethodologyDissertation WritingPublication in JournalsCourse DevelopmentApplication for Research Funding

Soft Skills

Innovative ThinkingIndependenceWillingness to LearnCourage to Implement Ideas

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s DegreeDiplomaTeacher Education Degree

Industry Keywords

Romance StudiesGeneral LinguisticsPhoneticsAcademic EventsCollective Bargaining Agreement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate actively in research, teaching, and administration
Contribute to the team’s research projects and scientific studies
Publish in internationally recognized journals
Give conference presentations and organize academic events
Finalize the dissertation agreement within 6–12 months
Work on and complete the dissertation
Independently hold courses within collective bargaining agreement provisions
Take on administrative tasks in research, teaching, and administration
Participate in organizing conferences and meetings
Contribute to preparing and submitting applications for externally funded research projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed Master’s, Diploma, or teacher education degree in Romance Studies, General Linguistics, or Phonetics, with a focus on French linguistics
Doctoral research project within the thematic and methodological focus areas of the research group
Excellent command of French
Innovative ideas, ability to work independently, willingness to learn and try new things, and courage to develop and implement new ideas
Scientific curriculum vitae, list of publications, and list of courses taught (if available)
Summary of research interests / prospective doctoral project proposal as specified
Master’s thesis and, if available, other publications in PDF format

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours
Partial remote work
International academic team in a healthy and fair working environment
Good public transport connections
Internal further training and coaching
Over 600 free courses
Salary increases if professional experience is credited
Equal opportunities and diversity-focused workplace