Postdoctoral / Academic Opportunity: University Assistant with Doctorate – University of Graz

Postdoctoral / Academic Opportunity: University Assistant with Doctorate – University of Graz

• Institution: University of Graz

• Unit: Forum Democracy Research

• Position: University Assistant with Doctorate (m/f/d)

• Job Type: Postdoc / Academic Position

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term

• Working Hours: 40 hours per week

• Contract Duration: 4 years

• Location: Graz, Austria

• Salary Category: B1 with PhD

• Annual Gross Salary: Approximately INR 74.90 lakh per year

• Start Date: As soon as possible

• Published: September 24, 2026

• Application Deadline: October 29, 2026 at 23:59 Europe/Vienna

Overview of the Opportunity

The Forum Democracy Research at the University of Graz invites applications for a full-time University Assistant with Doctorate position.

The role combines independent academic research with scientific coordination, research-project development, teaching, public engagement, networking, knowledge transfer, and organizational responsibilities related to democracy research.

The position is designed for a scholar with a strong interdisciplinary profile in the humanities, cultural studies, education, or social sciences.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Scientifically coordinate the Forum for Democracy Research.

• Conduct independent research aligned with the Forum’s core priorities.

• Develop and implement research projects in:

  • Fundamental research

  • Applied research

  • Cooperative outreach

  • Educational initiatives

• Design programmes for the Forum in cooperation with its advisory board.

• Develop research and event formats.

• Create methodological toolkits for participatory and multilingual outreach, education, and training.

• Establish networks with civil-society organisations and public institutions.

• Coordinate communication with spokespersons, committees, and the advisory board.

• Contribute to documentation and evaluation processes.

• Conduct and develop teaching activities in democracy research.

• Support public relations and strengthen the Forum’s academic visibility.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• A completed doctorate / Ph.D. in:

  • Humanities

  • Cultural Studies

  • Education

  • Social Sciences

  • Or a closely related field

• Academic expertise in the reflexive study of democracy in society.

• Excellent written and spoken German and English.

• Strong academic research ability.

• A successful publication record.

• Experience in developing and implementing externally funded research projects.

• Experience with intra-university and extra-university collaboration.

• Experience in cultural management and knowledge transfer.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable Qualifications

The following will be considered advantageous:

• University and/or non-university teaching experience.

• Educational-project experience.

• Project-management experience.

• Experience with participatory research formats.

• Experience in Science-to-Public or third-mission activities.

• Strong organisational and conceptual skills.

Research & Teaching Profile

The position is particularly relevant to applicants working in areas such as:

• Democracy research

• Political science

• Comparative democratisation

• Political communication

• Social research

• Participatory research

• Civic education

• Knowledge transfer

• Public engagement

The role also includes the development of teaching activities and educational projects connected to democracy research.

Salary

The minimum annual gross salary is:

EUR 70,200.20 per year

Approximately:

INR 74.90 lakh per year

An overpayment may be possible depending on qualifications and professional experience.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Motivation Letter

2. List of Publications

   • Include the five most important publications from the past 10 years

3. Outline of Planned Research Activities

   • Cover the first two years of employment

   • May include participatory and/or basic research

4. Curriculum Vitae

5. Relevant Certificates

6. Employment References

Important Dates

• Published: September 24, 2026

• Application Deadline: October 29, 2026 at 23:59 Europe/Vienna

• Start Date: As soon as possible

• Contract Duration: 4 years

Application Process

Applications must be submitted through the University of Graz’s web-based applicant system.

Application Link:
https://jobs.uni-graz.at/en/jobs/419699a7-4dfc-4455-a9d6-9ab00e1076f9/apply

Contact: Univ.-Prof. Dr. habil. Katharina Eisch-Angus
Email: forum.demokratie@uni-graz.at

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