Assistant Professor (Postdoc) in Sociology

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Hours: Full Time Contract Type: 6 years, fixed-term The University of Klagenfurt invites applications for a six-year fixed-term position in Sociology (all genders welcome) attached to the Professorship of General Sociology (Allgemeine Soziologie) in the Department of Society, Knowledge and Politics . The preferred starting date is 1 September, 2026. Your responsibilities Conducting independent, high-quality research in sociology and developing an internationally visible research profile Independent and innovative teaching, as well as student supervision Participating in the research and teaching projects of the General Sociology research group Participating in academic self-governance, including serving as Director of Studies for the BA programme Social Sciences English-language teaching within the BA programme Social Sciences : 4 semester contact hours per week (2 courses per semester), including examinations and student supervision; a reduction to 3 semester contact hours per week is envisaged when serving as Director of Studies Contributing to administrative tasks in the department and to quality assurance measures Participating in the organisation of seminars, conferences and other events of the research group Please see the official description of the position by clicking the 'Apply' button Your profile Doctoral degree in Sociology or a related field. This requirement must be fulfilled at least two weeks before commencing employment - at the latest, August 18, 2026 . Excellent empirical research profile in any area of sociology Ability to teach quantitative methods Excellent record of, or clear potential for, publishing in leading international social science journals, commensurate with career stage, as evidenced by publications or manuscripts at the revise-and-resubmit stage Fluency in written and spoken English This distinguishes you additionally Specializations in Political Sociology, Analytical Sociology, Intergroup Relations, Historical Sociology, Computational Social Science, Political Conflict and Violence, Social Movements, or related fields are particularly welcome Experience or clear potential in acquiring and/or managing third-party-funded projects, and willingness to contribute to future grant applications and projects of the research group Excellent teaching record or clear potential for excellence in university teaching Willingness to contribute to the research activities and intellectual profile of the research group Ability to work constructively in a research team Why you will enjoy working with us The University of Klagenfurt is located at the intersection of Alpine and Mediterranean cultures , in a region with an exceptional quality of life. Flexible working hours and remote options We look forward to receiving your application under the reference code 214/26 no later than July 8, 2026. This Assistant Professor (postdoc) position is non-tenure-track. If you are interested in this position, please apply in English with the following documents: Letter of motivation Curriculum vitae Two-page research statement outlining current and planned research Please also provide: Contact details of two referees who may be contacted after shortlisting One writing sample, such as a dissertation chapter, a solo- or first-authored published article, or a draft manuscript Proof of all completed higher education programmes (certificates and, where available, transcripts) Please contact Dr Mathis Ebbinghaus ( mathis.ebbinghaus@aau.at ) with any questions. Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held via Zoom. Solely the version advertised in the University Bulletin ( Mitteilungsblatt ) is legally binding. From €70,200 per annum (gross), Classification according to collective agreement: B1 lit.b

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