University assistant predoctoral (all genders welcome) (in German: Universitätsassistent:in)

University Assistant Predoctoral (all genders welcome)

Work where science meets quality of life: The University of Klagenfurt is a dynamic and internationally oriented university in the heart of the Alps-Adriatic region. With around 1,700 employees and 13,000 students, we combine an excellent research climate, innovative teaching, and an open, appreciative culture. Our core values – equality, diversity, health, sustainability, and the compatibility of work and family – shape our daily interactions.

The position will be filled at the Department of Economics, Analytics and Operations Research, Quantitative Economics Division (Prof. Martin Wagner) at the Faculty of Management, Economics & Law.

Your Responsibilities

• Independent and collaborative research with the aim of submitting a dissertation in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics and acquiring a doctoral degree
• Independent and collaborative teaching at the university, both in German and English as required, and supervision of students
• Contribution to departmental research and teaching projects
• Participation in the administrative tasks and responsibilities of the department
• Participation in university committees, in university self-governance and in public relations activities of the department

Your Profile

Educational requirements: Completed diploma or master’s degree in economics with a strong formal or quantitative focus or a related field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, econometrics or similar, including also related engineering programs, with a strong formal background) at a higher education institution.

Qualifications:

• Good academic record
• Good knowledge in at least one of the fields data analysis, quantitative economics, econometrics and/or statistics
• Proficiency and ability to teach in English or German
• (Preferably strong) experience in scientific programming (e.g., Python, R or MATLAB)

Additionally distinguishing:

• First experiences in academic teaching and research
• First experiences in quantitative economics or similar fields
• Strong interest in developing theoretical results
• Dedication to research in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics
• Proficiency and ability to teach in both English and German
• Strong motivation and output orientation
• Ability to work independently in (scientific) projects with a focus on high quality and precision

Why You Will Enjoy Working with Us

• The employment contract is for the position as a predoctoral university assistant and stipulates a starting salary of € 3,776.10 gross per month (14 times a year; previous experience deemed relevant to the job can be recognised in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement)
• Work where it works best for you – thanks to flexible working hours and remote options
• Team spirit meets diversity – bring your individual background into our dedicated team
• Sustainably mobile – your workplace is on our green campus and easily accessible by public transport
• With us, equal opportunities apply to all: We look forward to every additional personality in the team
• Personal and professional development through diverse offers
• Numerous attractive additional benefits – including non-working days on December 24, December 31 and Good Friday, and a company pension contribution
• Family-friendly and health-promoting university culture - our family services support staff with questions around childcare, compatibility and family life, and offers flexible care and holiday programmes. At the same time, we strengthen health and well-being with a diverse sports, massage and preventive care programme

This position serves the purposes of the vocational and scientific education of graduates of diploma or master’s degree programmes and sets the goal of completing a corresponding doctoral degree in economics, econometrics or quantitative economics. Applications by individuals who have already completed a subject-specific doctoral degree or a subject-relevant PhD programme therefore cannot be considered.

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