Application deadline: 2026-07-28
Job Profile: University Assistant without Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 52.865,40
Hours per week: 30
Temporary Employment: 4 years
Salary Category: B1 without PhD
Employment Start: 2026-10-01
Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Department of Civil Law, Foreign Private Law and Private International Law
Your Responsibilities
- Writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the area of Civil Law
- Participation in research projects of Prof. Melcher, in particular in Austrian and European law of obligations and family law as well as private international law
- Conducting of and participation in courses
- Assistance with examinations and supervision of students
- Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures
Your Profile
- Completed diploma or master’s degree in Law with above-average success
- Excellent abilities of Austrian Private Law and associated practise areas (especially EU Law)
- Excellent German language skills (written and spoken)
- Very good English language skills (another foreign language desirable)
- Experience abroad (desirable)
- Competence in the evaluation of other's performances (desirable)
- Didactic competence for the conducting of courses in German (desirable)
- Comprehensive computer skills
- High interest in scientific work and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently and focused
- Communication, organizational and teamwork skills
Application Documents
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Letter of motivation and academic CV (in German)
- Full transcript of records
- Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
- Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52.865,40 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
- Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
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- Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
| - Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
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- Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
| - Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
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About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!
Contact
Assoz. Prof.in MMag.a Dr.in Martina Melcher, M. Jur. (Oxon)
[email protected]
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.