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Work where science meets quality of life: The University of Klagenfurt is a dynamic and internationally oriented university in the heart of the Alps-Adriatic region. With around 1,700 employees and 13,000 students, we combine an excellent research climate, innovative teaching, and an open, appreciative culture. Our core values – equality, diversity, health, sustainability, and the compatibility of work and family – shape our daily interactions.

The following positions will be filled in the Software Engineering Research Group at the Department of Informatics Systems at the Faculty of Technical Sciences with an anticipated starting date of August 1, 2026:

2 University Assistants Predoctoral (all genders welcome; in German: 2 Universitätsassistent:innen)

Level of employment: 100 % (40 hours/week) each
Minimum salary: € 52,865.40 gross annually; classification according to collective agreement: B1
Limited to: 4 years
Application deadline: April 29, 2026
Reference code: 505/25

The Software Engineering Research Group (SERG) researches and teaches theories, methods, processes, and techniques for building and evolving large, complex, and long-living software systems. SERG has a strong track record for research in mining software repositories, AI for software engineering, program analysis, software testing, change and change impact analysis, build analysis, and build repair. The members of SERG work in a committed, collegial, and international team at the University of Klagenfurt and cooperate with national and international partners from science and industry.

Your responsibilities – what awaits you:
• Independent research with the goal of completing a Doctoral programme in Informatics
• Participation in research and teaching activities of the department
• Independent delivery of courses
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organisational and administrative tasks and in quality assurance measures
• Participation in public relations activities of the Faculty of Technical Sciences

Your profile:
• Completed Master’s or Diploma degree in Computer Science or related fields at a domestic or foreign university. This requirement has an extended deadline and must be fulfilled two weeks before the starting date at the latest; hence, the latest possible deadline for meeting this requirement is July 15, 2026
• Proven knowledge and experience in at least one of the following areas: Software Testing, Program Analysis, AI for Software Engineering, Mining Software Repositories
• Proven advanced programming skills in at least one of the following languages/tools: Java, Python, C/C++, C#
• English language skills (written and spoken)

This distinguishes you additionally:
• Good scientific communication and presentation skills
• Social skills and ability to work in heterogeneous teams
• First scientific publication (apart from Master’s or Diploma thesis)
• Practical experience

Why you will enjoy working with us:
• The employment contract is concluded with a starting salary of € 3,776.10 gross per month (14x per year; previous experience specific to the job may be taken into account in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement)
• Work where it works best for you – thanks to flexible working hours and remote options
• Team spirit meets diversity – bring your individual background into our dedicated team
• Sustainably mobile – your workplace is on our green campus and easily accessible by public transport
• With us, equal opportunities apply to all: We look forward to every additional personality in the team
• Personal and professional development through diverse offers
• Numerous attractive additional benefits – including non-working days on December 24, December 31, and Good Friday, and a company pension contribution
• Family-friendly and health-promoting university culture – Our family services support staff with questions around childcare, compatibility, and family life and offers flexible care and holiday programmes. At the same time, we strengthen health and well-being with a diverse sports, massage, and preventive care programme –
see https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/

These positions are intended for the professional and academic training of graduates of a Master’sor Diploma programme with the aim of completing a Doctoral programme in Informatics. Applications from individuals who already hold a relevant doctorate or Ph.D. can therefore not be considered.

We look forward to receiving your application via our Job Portal under the reference code 505/25 no later than April 29, 2026.

Candidates must furnish proof that they meet the required qualifications by the end of the application deadline. However, candidates who fulfil the required qualifications but do not yet possess the required Master’s degree can apply, provided they are able to meet this requirement at least two weeks before the starting date. Therefore, the latest possible deadline for meeting this requirement is July 15, 2026.

If you are interested in this position, please apply in German or English providing the usual documents:
• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae with clear information about the degrees, including date/place/grade, the experience acquired, the list of publications (if any), and any other relevant information (please do not include a photo)

Furthermore:
• Copy of the Bachelor’s- and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts of the courses
• Copy of the Master’s thesis (if written in English or in German)
• If an applicant has not received the Master’s degree by the application deadline, the applicant must provide a written declaration, either by the supervisor or by the candidate themselves, on the feasibility of finishing the Master’s degree by July 15, 2026, at the latest
• Other documentary evidence that may be relevant to this announcement (see job profile and desired qualifications)

Do you have further questions? Please contact Prof. Dr. Martin Pinzger (Martin [dot] Pinzger [at] aau [dot] at).
Recruitment and staff matters at the University of Klagenfurt are accompanied by the authorityresponsible for the recruitment procedure as well as by the Equal Opportunities Working Group and, if applicable, by the Representative for Disabled Persons.

The University of Klagenfurt strives to increase the proportion of women in all areas where they are underrepresented and expressly encourages qualified women to apply. In case of equal qualifications, women will be given preference. The University of Klagenfurt is committed to anti-discrimination, equal opportunities, and diversity. People with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses who meet the required qualification criteria are expressly encouraged to apply.

Travel and accommodation costs incurred during the application process will not be refunded.

Translations into other languages shall serve informational purposes only. Solely the version advertised in the University Bulletin (Mitteilungsblatt) shall be legally binding.

We are pleased to announce the following open position at the Department of Informatics Systems, Faculty of Technical Sciences, in compliance with the provisions of § 98 (permanent) or § 98 (fixed-term, max. 6 years) of the Austrian Universities Act:

Professor of Information Systems Engineering (all genders welcome)

This is a full-time position available from 1 October 2027. Depending on the candidate’s academic credentials, the employment contract can be concluded either as a permanent employment contract or as a fixed-term employment contract with the option of a permanent extension. The duration of fixed-term contracts is subject to negotiation.

With approximately 13,000 students, the University of Klagenfurt is a young, vibrant and innovative university, located at the intersection of Alpine and Mediterranean culture in an area that offers exceptionally high quality of life. As a public university pursuant to § 6 of the Austrian Universities Act, it receives federal funding. The university operates under the motto “Beyond Boundaries!”.

In accordance with its key strategic road map, the Development Plan, the university’s primary guiding principles and objectives include the pursuit of scientific excellence regarding the appointment of professors, favourable research conditions, a good faculty-student ratio, and the promotion of the development of early career researchers.

Information Systems Engineering focuses on the design, development, and management of large systems that connect people, data, and technology to support organizational goals. It combines principles of software engineering, data management, business processes, and emerging digital technologies to create solutions that enhance decision-making, optimize operations, and drive innovation.

We welcome applications addressing the engineering of Information Systems, in particular those focusing on designing, modelling, executing, verifying, and optimizing business processes. We are looking for a highly qualified and internationally visible scientist with high engagement in developing and sustaining an ambitious and innovative research and teaching programme. Candidates should also be interested in developing collaborations in the university’s Areas of Research Strength: Digitalisation and Health, Multiple Perspectives in Optimization, Networked and Autonomous Systems and/or the Cluster of Excellence “Bilateral AI”.

The duties of the position include:
• Representing the field of Information Systems Engineering in research and teaching
• Teaching in relevant degree programmes at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral level both in English and German, as well as supervision of student projects and academic theses
• Advising and mentoring of students and early career researchers
• Competitive research grant acquisition and management
• Collaboration with academic and industry partners
• Participation in university management
• Participation in third mission and public relations activities

Required qualifications:
• Habilitation or equivalent qualification in Computer Science or a relevant neighbouring field
• Excellent research track record in Information Systems Engineering
• Experience in the acquisition and management of competitive third-party funded research projects of a relevant volume
• Teaching competence and experience at university level
• Experience in the (co-)supervision of academic theses
• Fluency in English

Desired qualifications:
• Interdisciplinary experience
• Scientific dissemination skills
• Engagement in academic administrative duties
• Competence in leadership and teamwork
• Competence in gender mainstreaming and diversity management

German language skills are not a formal prerequisite, but proficiency at level B2 is expected within two years.

The university is committed to increasing the number of women among the faculty, particularly in high-level positions, and therefore specifically invites applications from qualified women. Among equally qualified candidates, women will receive preferential consideration.

People with disabilities or chronic diseases who meet the qualification criteria are explicitly invited to apply.

The salary is subject to negotiation. The minimum gross salary for the position at this level (salary group A1 for University Staff according to the Austrian Universities’ Collective Bargaining Agreement) is currently € 93,986 per year.

In accordance with the Austrian Income Tax Act, an attractive relocation tax allowance can be granted for the first five years in the case of appointments to professorships in Austria. The prerequisites are subject to examination on a case by case basis.

Please submit your application in English by e-mail to the University of Klagenfurt, Office of the Senate, attn. Mag.^a (FH) Sabine Seebacher via application-professorship [at] aau [dot] at no later than 22 March, 2026, including:

• a mandatory principal part not exceeding five pages (https://jobs.aau.at/wp-content/uploads/specimen_main_part_application_professorship.docx). The submission of the mandatory principal part constitutes a necessary condition for the validity of your application.
• one single PDF including:
– a letter of motivation
– a detailed scientific CV
– a comprehensive list of publications, talks, and of all courses taught
– a list of projects that you acquired as a PI or co-PI, including the amount of funding that was attributed to you
– a research statement
– a teaching statement
– supplementary documents where applicable (e.g., course evaluations)
– links to publicly available versions of your three most important publications within the scope of this professorship

For general information, please refer to the general information provided at
https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/. For specific information about the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Martin Pinzger (Tel.: +43 463 2700 3513; martin [dot] pinzger [at] aau [dot] at).