Vienna University of Economics and Business

Research, development, teaching

Fulltime

published till: 2025-06-25

You want to understand how things are connected and make a fundamental impact in academic research and teaching. Then this position is the perfect next step in your academic career. We offer an environment where you can realize your full potential. At one of Europe’s largest and most modern business and economics universities. On a campus where quality of work is also quality of life. We are looking for support at the

Institute for Statistics and Mathematics
Fulltime, 40 hours/week
Starting October 01, 2025, and ending after 1 year

What to expect

The successful applicant will carry out independent research and supervision activities in the field of modern Statistics and Econometrics. We are particularly interested in researchers whose scientific work focuses on the methodological aspects of modern statistical techniques and their application to the analysis of large data sets. A proven interest in applications from the fields of economics, finance or business is an advantage.

In line with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, teaching duties associated with the position initially comprise 4 hours per week; they can be in quantitative education programs at WU at the BSc and MSc level, both in English and in German.

What you have to offer

You hold a diploma or an MSc as well as a PhD in mathematics, statistics or equivalent.
We expect scientific excellence, documented by publications in internationally recognized journals, excellent preprints, and presentations at seminars and conferences.
International experience is an advantage.
We expect the ability to teach in English and German.
Teaching experience in the context of a business school or an economics department is an advantage.
You are prepared to use multimedia teaching and learning formats.

For details of the position, please contact Professor Rüdiger Frey (Ruediger.frey@wu.ac.at, +43-1-31336 4760

What we offer you

Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees in research, teaching, and administration and approximately 21,500 students
A modern campus with spectacular architecture in the heart of Vienna
Excellent accessibility by public transportation
Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
Flexible working hours
A wide range of benefits, from an in-house medical officer to athletic activities and a meal allowance to a variety of employee discounts

The minimum monthly gross salary amounts to €4,932.90 (14 times per year). This salary may be adjusted based on equivalent prior work experience. In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive social benefits.

Do you want to join the WU team?
Then please submit your application by June 25, 2025 (ID 2473).
We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Assistant Professor, non-tenure track