About the Program
The University of Graz is offering a fully funded PhD position in Linguistics as part of the prestigious FWF START project, “The emotions we speak: predicting language change from speakers’ emotional attitudes to grammatical structures using formal linguistic tools.” This position is ideal for early career researchers interested in combining psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, and formal grammar with innovative empirical approaches. The role involves writing a doctoral dissertation that directly contributes to the goals of the project, with a strong focus on Slavic languages, especially Ukrainian. The position is supervised by Dr. Svitlana Antonyuk and Prof. Gianina Iordachioaia, and offers an excellent opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team at a leading research institution in Graz, Austria. The position runs for four years, providing a supportive academic environment and robust training in empirical, corpus-based, and theoretical methods.
Program Details
- Position: Fully-funded PhD Position / Doctoral Researcher
- Institution: University of Graz
- Department/Faculty: Department of Linguistics
- Supervisor: Dr. Svitlana Antonyuk and Prof. Gianina Iordachioaia
- Location: Graz, Austria
- Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
- Duration: 4 years
- Funding: Full funding, €52,007.20/year (full-time equivalent, B1 salary category)
- Working Hours (if applicable): 30 hours/week
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s
Research Focus/Area
- Psycholinguistics
- Sociolinguistics
- Historical Linguistics
- Theoretical Linguistics
- Formal and Quantitative Grammar
- Slavic Linguistics
- Corpus Linguistics
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, historical or theoretical linguistics
- CEFR C1-level proficiency in German or English
- Excellent knowledge of Ukrainian
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of another Slavic language (esp. Polish)
- Experience with empirical data collection and/or corpus-based research
- Background in formal and/or quantitative grammar
- IT skills and familiarity with databases
- Strong organisational and collaborative abilities
- Self-motivated with independent working style
Key Features of the Program
- Interdisciplinary, project-linked PhD training
- Empirical and theoretical research experience
- Access to institutional support and academic mentoring
- International collaboration within the FWF START project
- Opportunities for travel, conferences, and publication
- Diversity and work-life balance support from the university
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit applications via the University of Graz’s web-based applicant portal.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter and academic CV
- Short dissertation proposal relevant to the project
- Degree certificate(s)
- Language certificate (German or English – CEFR C1 level)
- Two academic references (names and contact details)
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Open now
- Deadline: 14 August 2025
- Interviews (if applicable): September 2025
Where to Apply
- University Website: University of Graz
- Official Notification: University of Graz Jobs Portal
- Application Portal: Apply Here
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