How to apply?

1. Create a u:account

A u:account (University of Vienna account) is necessary to use the recruitment portal, which is an IT service provided by the University of Vienna. We do not accept email applications. 

U:account creation requires an existing email address as well as your name and date of birth. With your u:account username and password, you can login to the recruitment portal through the link provided belkow every position.   

Create an account here -> Account creation link

2. Prepare your documents

The documents required for application are shown in the recruitment portal. To apply, the following documents need to be uploaded:

• CV incl. publication list and conference attendances
• Letter of motivation - Example structure (max. 100 words each): Scientific Background, Training and Expertise, Research Interests, Motivation for applying 
• Confirmation of English language skills (if available, otherwise English will be assessed in the context of the interview)
• Master’s (or equivalent) and Bachelor’s diploma and transcript of records (applicants who apply before their graduation, please let us know your projected date of graduation in the comment field in the recruitment portal).
• Contact information of 2 references

3. Log into the recruitment portal and fill out the recruitment form

Go to Apply now and use the VDSMES recruitment portal with your u:account login.

Select the position(s) you are interested in and submit your documents by dragging and dropping or uploading the PDF from your computer.

Optionally, leave a comment for the recruiting team, such as the projected date of completion of your ongoing master's or PhD degree.

Fill the statistics data and submit your application.