Assistant Professor, non-tenure track

You want to understand how things are connected and make a fundamental impact? We offer an environment where you can realize your full potential. At one of Europe’s largest and most modern business and economics universities. On a campus where quality of work is also quality of life. We are looking for support at the

Department of Economics
Fulltime, 40 hours/week
Starting September 01, 2025, and ending after 6 years

Qualified candidates with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply for this position. If necessary, a reduction of the extent of employment is possible.   The Department of Economics invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor position (post-doc) in Industrial Organization. 

What to expect

The Department of Economics offers an active and internationally oriented research environment. The successful candidates’ research focus should be in the field of Industrial Organization. You will join the faculty of the Department of Economics and are expected to provide a good fit to its current research environment, as well as to cultivate excellence and contribute to the research, teaching, and service activities in the department.

What you have to offer

Applicants should have 

• a solid academic qualification (PhD or equivalent) in Economics (or a related field),
  high-quality research output (job market paper(s) and/or publications in international peer-reviewed journals) related to the field of Industrial Organization,
• a commitment to excellence in teaching including the willingness to use multimedia teaching methods,
• experience in the acquisition of third-party funded projects is of advantage, and
  ability to enlarge and deepen the network of contacts to the international academic community.

Knowledge of German is not required but an asset.   Following supporting documents need to be submitted with your application: 

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Up to two research papers
• Three reference letters
• Teaching evaluations

First-round interviews will be conducted virtually at the EJM Conference Dec 16-19, 2024. Applicants should also apply through the EJM platform. To be considered for first-round interviews, all application materials must be received by Nov 20, 2024. 

What we offer you

• Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees in research, teaching, and administration and approximately 21,500 students
• A modern campus with spectacular architecture in the heart of Vienna
• Excellent accessibility by public transportation
• Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
• Flexible working hours
• A wide range of benefits, from an in-house medical officer to athletic activities and a meal allowance to a variety of employee discounts

Curious? Visit our website and find out more at www.wu.ac.at/benefits

The minimum monthly gross salary amounts to €4,752.30 (14 times per year). This salary may be adjusted based on equivalent prior work experience. In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive social benefits.

Do you want to join the WU team?
Then please submit your application by November 20, 2024 (ID 2239).
We are looking forward to hearing from you!