You want to understand how things are connected and make a fundamental impact? We offer an environment where you can realize your full potential. At one of Europe’s largest and most modern business and economics universities. On a campus where quality of work is also quality of life. We are looking for support at the
Department of Economics
Part-time, 30 hours/week
Starting September 01, 2025, and ending after 5 years The successful candidates will be part of the PhD Economics Program at the WU Department of Economics. This call is open to all fields in economics. For more information on the PhD label Economics see: https://www.wu.ac.at/en/department-of-economics/study/phd-economics
Qualified candidates with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply for this position. If necessary, a reduction of the extent of employment is possible.
What to expect
The duties and responsibilities of the successful applicants include research, teaching, and administrative tasks.- You will conduct independent research pursuing a PhD degree in Economics (“Focus Economics”).
- Strong dedication to the PhD Program, following doctoral courses and attending seminars is expected.
- You will be expected to support research activities and administrative tasks in the department of Economics.
- In addition, the position involves teaching one course (two hours per semester) starting after the second semester of your employment, primarily at the Bachelor’s level, supporting study programs taught in English as well as in German.
- Writing a dissertation: You will be investigating your research topic and spending a third of your working hours on writing your dissertation.
What you have to offer
We are looking for applicants with a strong academic record.- Academic degree: You have a diploma/master’s degree (MSc or equivalent) in economics or a related discipline that qualifies you for enrollment in a doctoral program at WU.
- We expect you to have excellent knowledge in the three core areas in economics (microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics) at a research master level.
- Excellent command of oral and written English is a prerequisite; because of the departmental teaching portfolio, German is required for some of the positions.
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Willingness to use multimedia teaching methods: You are prepared to use multimedia teaching and learning formats.
Applicants are requested to upload the following documents along with their application:- CV (incl. degrees, current position, research interests)
- Motivation letter (incl. possible Dissertation project)
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Master thesis (or research proposal for master thesis)
In addition, we ask for two letters of recommendation. Applicants are responsible for asking their reference persons to send their letters to econ.phd@wu.ac.at in due time (max. 2 days after the application has been received).
What we offer you
- Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees in research, teaching, and administration and approximately 21,500 students
- A modern campus with spectacular architecture in the heart of Vienna
- Excellent accessibility by public transportation
- Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
- Flexible working hours
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A wide range of benefits, from an in-house medical officer to athletic activities and a meal allowance to a variety of employee discounts
Curious? Visit our website and find out more at www.wu.ac.at/benefits
The minimum monthly gross salary amounts to €2,786.10 (14 times per year). This salary may be adjusted based on job-related prior work experience. In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive social benefits.
Do you want to join the WU team?
Then please submit your application by February 19, 2025 (ID 2301) through the WU job platform: https://wirtschaftsuniversitaet-wien-portal.rexx-systems.com/Teaching-and-Research-Associate-eng-j2301.html
We are looking forward to hearing from you!