About the Position
The University of Vienna invites applications for a Fully Funded postdoctoral position in Egyptology / Egyptian Archaeology at the Department of Egyptology, based in Vienna, Austria. This four-year academic contract (01 August 2026 – 31 July 2030) will be supervised by Prof. E. Christiana Köhler. The focus of this role is on strengthening independent research in Egyptian archaeology, material culture studies, and interdisciplinary historical analysis. The position contributes to international collaborations within the Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies and supports excellence in humanities research.
As a University Assistant Postdoctoral, you will abe to actively develop your own research profile. In addition, you will participate in archaeological field projects, publish internationally, and contribute to externally funded research initiatives. The role offers a gross monthly salary of EUR 5,014.30 (14 payments annually), with possible increases based on recognised professional experience. Candidates holding a PhD in Egyptology and demonstrating expertise in excavation methods, GIS, and digital archaeological documentation are strongly encouraged to apply. Consequently, this postdoctoral opportunity significantly enhances long-term academic career prospects in Austria and
Program / Job Details
- Position: University Assistant (Postdoctoral)
- Institution: University of Vienna, Austria
- Department: Department of Egyptology, Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies
- Research Field: Egyptology / Egyptian Archaeology
- Supervisor: Prof. E. Christiana Köhler
- Location: Vienna, Austria
- Number of Positions: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral (Fixed-term)
- Start Date: August 2026
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Salary / Funding: EUR 5,014.30 gross per month (14x per year)
This fully funded postdoctoral position in Egyptology at the University of Vienna, Austria, is open for one candidate starting August 2026.
Research Area
- Egyptology
- Egyptian Archaeology
- Archaeological excavation and field methodology
- Material culture studies and artefact analysis
- Ancient Egyptian art history and philology
- Digital archaeology (GIS, databases, documentation)
This research contributes to global scholarship in Near Eastern archaeology and cultural heritage studies.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Egyptology or Egyptian Archaeology
- Excellent English (C1) and German (C1) proficiency
- Proven international publication record
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excavation and technical drawing expertise
- Experience with GIS, databases, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop
- Knowledge of Egyptian Arabic
- Strong interdisciplinary research initiative
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent research in Egyptology
- Collaborate with international academic teams
- Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences
- Teach courses and contribute to academic administration
Application Process
Applications must be submitted via the official University of Vienna job portal.
Required Documents:
- Scientific CV
- Letter of intent
- List of publications
- One-page research summary
- Doctoral certificate
- Contact details for referees
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Currently Open
- Application Deadline: 14 March 2026
- Interview Dates: To be announced
- Expected Start: August 2026
Useful Links / Internal Linking
- Official Institution Website: University of Vienna – study, research, live in Vienna
- Job Announcement: University Assistant Postdoctoral Job Details
- Apply Here: University of Vienna job portal
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