Application deadline: 2026-06-19
Job Profile: University Assistant without Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 52.865,40
Hours per week: 30
Temporary Employment: 4 years
Salary Category: B1 without PhD
Employment Start: 2026-10-01
Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Department of Geography and Regional Sciences
Your Responsibilities
- Writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the area geography education and economic education
- Participation in research projects of the research group geography education and economic education, particularly at the intersection of ESD and New Materialisms
- Independent teaching of courses and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the Department of Geography and Regional Science
- Supervision of students
- Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures
Your Profile
- Completed diploma or master’s degree in a teacher training programme for geography and economic education
- Experience with qualitative research methods, e.g. GTM
- Expertise in the research areas of ESD and New Materialisms
- Experience in teaching at the university level is a plus
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken German and English
- Scientific curiosity and interest in working on current research questions
- Independent working style and high level of initiative
- Strong teamwork and organizational skills
Application Documents
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Letter of motivation and academic CV
- Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
- Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52.865,40 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
- Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
| - Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
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- Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
| - Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
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- Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
| - Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
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About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!
Contact
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Fabian Pettig I [email protected]
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.