The posting
At the University of Klagenfurt the following position will be filled at the at the Department of Economics, Analytics and Operations Research, Quantitative Economics Division (Prof. Martin Wag... 1 University assistant predoctoral (all genders welcome) (in German: Universitätsassistent:in)Reference code: 465/26
University assistant predoctoral (all genders welcome) (in German: Universitätsassistent:in) Level of employment: 100 % (40 hours/week) Minimum salary: € 52,865.40 per annum (gross); classification according to collective agreement: B1 Limited to: 4 years Application deadline: November 18, 2026 Reference code: 465/26
Your responsibilities:
The Quantitative Economics Division is a research group within the Department of Economics, Analytics and Operations Research that has a clear focus on high-quality research and is active in a variety of topics in economics, econometrics and quantitative economics. The position comprises the following tasks and 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:
· 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. Note: This requirement must be fulfilled by February 7, 2027 at the latest.
· 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)
This distinguishes you additionally:
· 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
Application:
· via our https://jobs.aau.at/en/job/university-assistant-predoctoral-all-genders-welcome-in-german-universitaetsassistentin-4/ under the reference code 465/26 no later than November 18, 2026
· Applicants who meet the required qualification but have not completed their Master's/Diploma degree can apply, provided they are able to meet this requirement by by February 7, 2027.
· Contact address: Christina Kopetzky ([email protected])
The University of Klagenfurt strives to increase the proportion of women in all areas where they are underrepresented and expressly encourages qualified women to apply. The University of Klagenfurt is committed to anti-discrimination, equal opportunities, and diversity. People with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses who meet the required qualification criteria are expressly encouraged to apply.
For full details of this vacancy and the application procedure, please see https://jobs.aau.at/en/job/university-assistant-predoctoral-all-genders-welcome-in-german-universitaetsassistentin-4/. Das Mindestentgelt für die Stelle als University assistant predoctoral (all genders welcome) (in German: Universitätsassistent:in)Reference code: 465/26 beträgt 52.865,40 EUR brutto pro Jahr auf Basis Vollzeitbeschäftigung.



