The position: We are seeking an outstanding researcher with a clearly defined research profile and a proven track record in internationally recognized research. The successful candidate’s research should focus on the scientific foundations and further development of training, exercise performance, performance diagnostics, and competition, as well as their evidence-based application in various areas of sport. A strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration with related disciplines in the field of sport and exercise sciences at the Centre, as well as with relevant institutes, faculties, and centres throughout the university, is expected. Experience in collaborating with external, non-university partners and a successful track record in competitive third-party funding acquisition are required. The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic and internationally oriented research environment. As Austria’s largest research institution in the field of sports and human movement science, the Centre offers excellent conditions for innovative and independent research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and active involvement in national and international scientific networks.
Your academic profile:
Doctoral degree/PhD
Outstanding research achievements, excellent publication and funding record, international reputation
Experience in designing and managing large research projects
Excellent teaching and supervision skills at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level
Proven leadership qualities
Gender and diversity competence
Willingness to take on organisational and administrative responsibilities within the Faculty/Centre and/or the University
The University of Vienna expects the successful candidate to acquire, within three years, proficiency in German sufficient for teaching in bachelor’s programmes and for participation in university committees.
We offer:
a dynamic research environment
a wide range of research and teaching support services
attractive working conditions in a city with a high quality of life
an attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff (§98 UG, level A1, to be negotiated individually) and an organisational retirement plan
a “start-up package”, in particular for the initiation of research projects
comprehensive and personalised support for newly appointed professors and their families throughout their move and transition to Vienna 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.
Application documents: Please submit a single PDF file (LastName_FirstName.pdf) containing the following information in English via e-mail to the Head of the Centre, Assoc.-Prof. Dr. Barbara Wessner (barbara.wessner@univie.ac.at):
Letter of motivation
Academic curriculum vitae
education and training
positions held to date
career breaks (e.g. parental, family or other care periods)
awards and honours
commissions of trust
previous and current cooperation partners
list of most important acquired third-party funding as principal investigator, and, if applicable, of inventions/patents
list of most important scientific talks (max. 10)
list of courses taught (presented in a clear, concise format)
supervision activities (Master and PhD)
List of publications and a link to your ORCID record
Research statement
most important research achievements (max. 2 pages) and planned future research activities (max. 4 pages)
synopsis of five key publications with relevance to the position advertised
Teaching and supervision statement
teaching and supervision concept, with particular reference to teaching and learning methods, diverse student audiences, class sizes and types of courses (max. 2 pages)
Appendices to application document:
a. Five key publications as electronic full text version
b. Teaching evaluations (if available, compiled into a single PDF file)
c. Copies of certificates of academic degrees (mandatory, compiled into a single PDF file)
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, theadvancement 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.
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Reference no.: 6280
Application deadline: 12/15/2026
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