University Assistant Postdoctoral – Modern Archaeology – University of Vienna

Academic Opportunity: University Assistant Postdoctoral – Modern Archaeology – University of Vienna

• Institution: University of Vienna

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Prehistory and Historical Archaeology, Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: 6198

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Postdoctoral Position

• Academic Rank / Level: University Assistant Postdoctoral

• Working Hours: 40 hours per week

• Contract Duration: Six years, until January 31, 2033

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 5.63 lakh gross per month, paid 14 times per year; approximately INR 78.76 lakh annually

• Location: Vienna, Austria

• Expected Start Date: February 1, 2027

• Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

Overview of Role

The Department of Prehistory and Historical Archaeology at the University of Vienna invites applications for a full-time University Assistant Postdoctoral position in Modern Archaeology.

The position is closely connected with the Chair of Historical Archaeology and its research programmes Dynamics in Rural Areas and Identities and Material Cultures. The successful candidate will develop independent research projects, contribute to teaching and student supervision, and participate in academic administration and research activities.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Develop independent research projects in early modern and modern archaeology.

• Contribute to research programmes at the Chair of Historical Archaeology.

• Develop and submit proposals for third-party funded research projects.

• Publish academic articles and other scholarly outputs.

• Present research through lectures, conferences, and academic events.

• Contribute to and independently conduct university courses.

• Supervise and support students.

• Assist with the organisation of meetings, conferences, and symposia.

• Participate in institute administration and academic service.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams.

• Contribute actively to teaching and research within the department.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Doctorate / Ph.D. in Prehistory and Historical Archaeology or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrated knowledge of modern archaeology through academic training, research projects, publications, or doctoral research.

• Specialisation in archaeology of the 19th–21st centuries is desirable.

• Basic knowledge of related fields such as History, Art History, Cultural Studies, or similar disciplines.

• Experience working in interdisciplinary research projects and academic teams.

• Knowledge of image-based modelling is desirable.

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems, preferably QGIS, is desirable.

• German Language: B2 proficiency must be demonstrated during the initial employment period.

• English Language: C1 written and spoken proficiency required.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 5.63 lakh gross per month, paid 14 times annually.

• Approximate Annual Gross Salary: INR 78.76 lakh.

• Previous relevant professional experience may be taken into account for salary placement.

• Flexible working hours.

• Possibility of part-time remote work.

• Workplace located in central Vienna with strong public transport connectivity.

• Shared office workspace provided.

• Access to more than 600 internal professional development courses free of charge.

• International and interdisciplinary research environment.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Letter of Motivation – Maximum 2 pages

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Project Proposal Outline related to Archaeology of the Modern Period – Maximum 2 pages

4. Ph.D. Thesis

5. Leaving / Academic Certificates

6. Additional supporting documents, if required

Applications may be submitted in German or English.

Application Process

• Application Link: https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job/University-Assistant-postdoctoral/1435404233/

• Application Mode: Online

• Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

• Contact / Enquiries: Thomas Kühtreiber – thomas.kuehtreiber@univie.ac.at

• The position is expected to begin on February 1, 2027 at the earliest.

Official Website: https://www.univie.ac.at/en/