Predoc Researcher (doctoral candidate)

Your area of responsibility

• Produce a high-quality scientific thesis, to be openly accessible at university websites
• Publications of at least 1 first and 2 co-authorised scientific papers (5 on average) on leading journals within the field.
• Participate in 5 conferences during the PhD study, by presenting their research work (poster/oral presentation as 1st author)
• Organise satellite conference to showcase the achievements of their PhDs, include prestigious invited speakers, supported by the supervisors
• Take part in public outreach events and science festivals, such as the European Researcher’s Night and Pint of Science.
• Engage in initiatives that promote and support women and non-binary scientists, including participation in platforms.
• Complete offered secondments at academic and/or non-academic partner institutions worldwide.
• Working closely with the supervisory team and contributing to interdisciplinary research discussions.

We are looking forward to

• Doctoral candidates, meaning they do not already hold a doctoral degree;
• Who have a relevant medical, dentistry, master’s or equivalent degree;
• Who fulfil the MSCA mobility rule: they must not have lived, worked or studied in Austria for more than 12 months in the 36 months before the call deadline;
• Candidates not enrolled in a doctoral programme leading to a doctoral degree in an EU Member State or Horizon Europe associated country;
• Candidates not already permanently employed by the host institution where the research training will take place;

*Applicants may apply before finishing their degree, but the final graduation certificate must be available before employment can start.

What you can expect

Located in the center of Tyrol, we offer the best conditions at an attractive location, a value-oriented working environment, exciting and varied activities, the opportunity for professional and personal development and numerous (voluntary) additional company benefits.

Successful candidates will receive a full-time doctoral employment contract for 3 years which consists of 40 hours per week.

The minimum gross salary (stipulated by collective agreement) for this position amounts to € 3 776,10.- per month (14 times a year)* for full-time employment, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. In addition, there are allowances and attractive social benefits (e.g. public transport allowance, meal allowance, team events, health and sports offer).

*as of 2026