Assistant Professor in Work, Organizational, and Business Psychology (all genders) Full-time (40 hw) in Vienna, Austria
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Job Summary
Job position and departments overview
In response to its continuous growth Modul University Vienna is seeking a scholar for an Assistant Professor position with outstanding qualifications in the field of Work Organizational and Business Psychology with an interest in Human Resources Management.
The position is integrated in the School of International Management and the applicants are supposed to conduct cutting-edge research in the field of Work Organizational and Business Psychology with a focus onHuman Resources Management to support the development of the Universitys new undergraduate program in this area and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses (see This is a full-time position for applicants who are willing to work 40 hours per week initially limited two years with the opportunity to be promoted to Associate Professor after having passed the habilitation procedure.
Candidates are expected to engage in the existing research program at Modul University Vienna but should also bring their own research agenda to get involved in research projects. Experience in grant application writing is highly appreciated. Furthermore candidates are expected to become active in research cooperation in and outside the University. Teaching responsibilities shall include courses in Work Organizational and Business Psychology and Human Resources Management.
Your responsibilities
- The successful candidate will teach courses in undergraduate and graduate programs offered by Modul University Vienna. The teaching load for this position is 10 units/week per semester (1 unit 45 minutes of teaching). The actual teaching load is negotiable subject to ongoing third-party funded projects or to a strong grant application pipeline. The new colleague will be expected to further develop her/his research agenda in the area of Work Organizational and Business Psychology and Human Resources Management. Besides engagement in teaching and research the candidate is expected to contribute to administrative and academic services and to be interested in outreach activities. Within the School the successful candidate is invited to contribute to the Schools engagement activities.
Your profile
- A doctoral degree or PhD in Psychology HR Management or a related field;
- Evidence of research potential including a strong research focus the capability of publishing in top-tier journals in the respective field;
- Strong methods skills (qualitative quantitative and mixed methods);
- Commitment to high-quality teaching;
- Ability to attract external funding to support research programs and to successfully build collaborative research programs with other universities research institutes and industry;
- Excellent spoken and written English language skills proficiency in German language is not required but welcome
Why join us
The initial annual gross salary is EUR 68500 before taxes (plus approx. 30% Arbeitgeberanteil contribution to the social security and pension fund paid by the employer according to Austrian Law). The University offers opportunities for additional remuneration for extra teaching and outstanding scholarships
Further information
- The position remains open until filled. The review of applications will commence immediately after the announcement. The expected starting date is September 2026. Please submit on Personio your complete application (in English) including a cover letterindicating why you believe yourself to be suitable for this position (max. 1-page A4) a curriculum vitaeincluding ORCID and Google Scholar profile and details of professional teaching and research experience.
- For questions please contact the Head of the School of International Management Professor Horst Treiblmaier (). Additional information about MUs current research programs can be found at the Modul University Research Portal.
About us
Modul University Vienna is an international private university and offers cutting-edge education at BBA BSc MSc MBA and PhD levels. Students and staff come from over 70 countries around the world providing for a multicultural and diverse work environment.
As an employer Modul University Vienna offers:
- Opportunities to work from home
- Flexible working hours
- International and dynamic team
- Personal and professional development
- Independent working environment
- Public transport ticket
Modul University Vienna is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to equality and diversity that does not discriminate on the basis of among other factors age color disability ethnicity gender or gender expression national origin race sexual orientation or social class. We especially encourage women and people who belong minority groups to apply and welcome all applications that can contribute to a diverse working culture.
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Modul University Vienna is an international private university and offers cutting-edge education at BBA, BSc, MSc, MBA and PhD levels. Students and staff come from over 70 countries around the world, providing for a multicultural and diverse work environment. As an employer, Modul Uni ... View more
