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University Assistant - Postdoc

University of Innsbruck · Education

Summary

As a University Assistant (Postdoc), you will be responsible for independent research in interactive simulation and computer graphics, teaching, supervising students, and organizational tasks. A completed PhD in Computer Science or a related field and excellent knowledge in interactive graphics and simulation are required.

Key facts

Status
Available
Location
Innsbruck
Contract
Part-time
Contract duration
12 months
Working time
40h/week
Work arrangement
On-site
Start date
1 January 2027
Level
Entry
Education
Doctorate
Apply by
2026-11-25
Languages (required)
  • EnglishFluent
Required skills
  • interactive simulation
  • computer graphics
  • medical applications
  • physics-based simulation
  • virtual reality
  • haptics
Benefits
  • flexible working hours
  • family-friendly working environment
  • training and development opportunities
  • paid lunch break
  • meal allowance
Salary
€5.0k/moThe amount appears in the ad text and is not available as structured data

Full description

University Assistant (postdoc) (substitute employee)

  • Start date/duration: from 01.01.2027 to 31.12.2027, but only until the return of the jobholder
  • Administrative unit: Department of Computer Science
  • Extent of employment: 40 hours per week

Job Description

Your responsibilities

Independent research in the field of interactive simulation and computer graphics, with a particular focus on medical applications Independent delivery of teaching modules and conducting examinations Supervising students Organisational and administrative duties

Your profile

A relevant completed PhD in Computer Science or related fields Excellent knowledge in the fields of interactive graphics and simulation, such as physics-based simulation, medical applications and virtual reality/haptics Proven publication record

Proven teaching skills

Experience in research projects

Creative problem-solving skills

Excellent written and spoken English Leadership skills in managing student staff and/or project staff

Communication skills in supervising students

Ability to work as part of a team

  • Euraxess: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/platforms/jobs/139/MIP-16032

The description associated with this job duties and requirements can be found at: https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/personalabteilung/wissenschaftliches_personal/profile/#post-doc

Our offer

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more! https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/career/additional-benefits/.

The minimum gross salary (stipulated by collective agreement) for this position amounts to € 5.014 per month (14 times) *.

  • as of 2026

Application

We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 25.11.2026 stating the code MIP-16032

Contact

If you have any questions about the tender, please contact

Univ. Prof. Dr. Matthias Harders

  • Email: matthias.harders@uibk.ac.at

The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy. The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers.

In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority. The University of Innsbruck bears the "We are inclusive" seal of approval. We therefore expressly invite qualified individuals with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses to apply.

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