CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: TWO DOCTORAL POSITIONS (3 YEARS) Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion (VDTR) University of Vienna, deadline for applications 19th July 2026

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: TWO DOCTORAL POSITIONS (3 YEARS)

Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion (VDTR)

University of Vienna

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WHAT WE OFFER

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Two positions as University Assistants (predoctoral)

The Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion (VDTR) invites applications for two fully funded, three-year doctoral positions in theology or research on religion. We are looking for talented candidates committed to cutting-edge research who want to pursue a disciplinary PhD at the University of Vienna while benefiting from a vibrant, interdisciplinary network. From day one, doctoral students can engage in exchange across disciplinary boundaries, supported by an active peer culture and a framework designed to help young academics thrive.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Target group:

Candidates with a strong academic track record and a compelling doctoral project idea who do not yet hold a PhD and wish to pursue their doctorate within one of the disciplines at the VDTR. You need to hold a Master’s degree in a theological discipline (Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, Islamic, Alevi) or in a humanities discipline (religious studies, Jewish studies, Islamic studies, Islamic religious education, philosophy).

Positions:

Two fully funded predoctoral positions (3 years, 30h/week, collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1)

Application period:

 26 June – 19 July 2026 (Midnight, CET)

 Interviews will take place in the first half of September.

Start of employment:

 1 October 2026

How to apply – required documents:

  – Motivational letter (max. 1 page; must mention a potential supervisor from

    the list of VDTR supervisors)

  – Research proposal (max. 5 pages including bibliography)

  – Short CV

  – Master’s, Bachelor’s and/or Diploma degree certificates

  – Writing sample (e.g. a chapter of your Master’s thesis or a published

    article)

Application mode:

  Apply online via the University of Vienna application portal.

https://vdtr.univie.ac.at/my-docschool/call-for-applications

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CONTACT

Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion VDTR

Schenkenstrasse 8–10

1010 Wien

Phone: +43-1-4277-30003

Email: contact.vdtr@univie.ac.at

Web:   https://vdtr.univie.ac.at