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