Application deadline: 2026-08-28
Job Profile: University Assistant with Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 70.200,20
Hours per week: 40
Temporary Employment: 6 years
Salary Category: B1 with PhD
Employment Start: 2026-10-01
Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Department of Translation Studies
Your Responsibilities
- Research and publication activities as well as knowledge dissemination and transfer, public engagement and participation in activities of societal relevance in the research area “Translation, Migration, Minorities”
- Participation in the establishment of a trans- and interdisciplinary research group on “Multilingual Communication and Translation in Spaces of Crisis and Disaster” in the research area “Translation, Migration, Minorities”
- Opportunity to write a postdoctoral thesis (habilitation) related to the above-mentioned research focus
- Contribution to the development of new methods and formats for participatory, collaborative, and engaged translation research in migration contexts
- Participation in the integration of inter- and transdisciplinary research with practice-oriented teaching, especially in interpreter training
- Participation in applying for funding for research projects and administrative assistance in carrying out such projects
- Participation in and co-organization of workshops, symposia, and conferences
- Independent teaching of courses and administration of examinations in the Bachelor’s programme “Multilingualism, translation and digital communication” as well as in the Master’s programme “Translation Studies”, particularly in the areas of translation, multilingualism, and migration, with a special focus on interpreting.
- Providing academic guidance and support to students (including supervision of BA-theses and if required, supervision of Master’s theses)
- Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures of the Department
Your Profile
- Doctorate/PhD in Translation Studies and/or Interpreting Studies and/or in other relevant disciplines (with a dissertation on a topic relevant to the teaching and research tasks)
- Excellent knowledge of theories and approaches in Translation Studies and good knowledge of theories and research methods in the social sciences
- Engagement with theoretical and methodological questions in the areas of pedagogy, politics, and/or ethics of translation, demonstrated through project work and/or publications
- Experience in teaching in Translation and/or Interpreting Studies as well as in teaching interpreting practice (including online teaching) and an interest in developing innovative teaching formats
- International experience in research, teaching, and publication activities
- Experience in organizing academic events
- Very good command of German and English, as well as proficiency in another, preferably non-European, language
- Very good IT-Skills
- Enthusiasm for research and teaching, as well as for supervising students
- Intercultural competence
- Strong communication, organizational, and especially teamwork skills
- Commitment, initiative, and proactive approach
- Reliability, resilience, and flexibility
Application Documents
The following documents are required for an application:
- Academic CV
- Letter of Motivation
- Doctoral Thesis (provided as LINK or PDF)
- List of scientific publications and talks
- List of academic courses held to date
- All relevant certificates, including language proficiency certificates
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 70.200,20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
- Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
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- Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
| - Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
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- Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
| - Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
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About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!
Contact
Şebnem Bahadır-Berzig; Phone: 0043 316 380-2671
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.
