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Postdoc
Why Apply to the University of Vienna?
The University of Vienna stands among the world’s leading research institutions, currently ranked within the top 100 universities globally according to the Times Higher Education (THE) ranking. Situated in the vibrant heart of Europe, the University offers outstanding research infrastructure, a thriving international academic community, and a longstanding tradition of academic excellence dating back to 1365. As a postdoc, you will benefit from tailored career development, strong mentoring, and access to a broad academic network—providing the ideal environment to advance your career and build an international profile.
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Career Development Services for Postdocs
The University of Vienna offers postdoctoral researchers an outstanding environment for career advancement and professional growth. Our comprehensive career development services provide access to tailored training programs and diverse opportunities for skills enhancement and networking in both academic and non-academic fields.
Supporting a community of approximately 1,100 postdocs, we are committed to fostering professional development, strengthening interdisciplinary exchange, and enabling successful career trajectories within and beyond the university context.
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E-STEEM – Empowering Women in STEM and Economics
At the beginning of 2026, the University of Vienna will advertise a total of 20 four-year postdoctoral positions specifically aimed at outstanding female scientists in the natural sciences, life sciences, economics, and psychology. The programme is designed to explicitly support female researchers in fields where they are currently underrepresented and thus strengthens women's career opportunities in science.
