Career at the University of Vienna

E-STEEM

With E-STEEM – empowering women in STEM and Economics, the University of Vienna awards at least 20 four-year and full-time (40h/week) postdoctoral positions to outstanding female scientists in natural sciences, life sciences, and economics. The aim is to promote the long-term advancement of female scientists in fields where they are underrepresented and raise the international profile of the University of Vienna. 

Choose from the list below which faculty and research group you want to apply to! 

  • What is it about

    Shortfacts
    Target group:

    female postdocs with completed doctorates

    Positions:

    20 postdoctoral positions, 4 years, 40h/week 

    Salary:

    According to the collective bargaining agreement

    Application period:

    7 January – 2 March 2026, 14:00 CET

    Start of employment:

    1 October 2026 (early start from July possible)

    Application mode:

    central online application (available with call opening)

    More Questions? See our FAQs

How to apply

Make sure to start the application process early! 

Step 1: Search for the relevant faculty.

Step 2: Search for your supervisor.
List the correct faculty and host in the application process!

Step 3: To apply, first set up a u:account and then continue with the “Apply” link below.

Apply