About Position/Job
The University of Graz is offering a Project Assistant (doctoral candidate) position in Cultural Anthropology as part of the research project ‘nice – micro-interventions for a gender-responsive #city’*. Based in Graz, Austria, this role provides a unique opportunity to pursue a PhD while contributing to a collaborative, interdisciplinary project examining urban environments through the lens of gender studies, digital ethnography, and visual anthropology. The position is supervised by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Judith Laister and hosted by the Department of Cultural Anthropology and European Ethnology. The 15-month part-time position includes participation in academic workshops, public engagement, and publication efforts. This opportunity is ideal for early career researchers passionate about socially engaged, multimodal research and urban transformation.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Project Assistant (Doctoral Candidate)
- Institution: University of Graz
- Department: Department of Cultural Anthropology and European Ethnology
- Research Field: Cultural Anthropology
- Location: Graz, Austria
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Part-time, Temporary (15 months)
- Start Date (Anticipated): October 2025
- Working Hours: 20 hours/week
- Salary Range: €52,007.20/year (full-time equivalent, salary category B1 without PhD)
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s
Research Area
- Cultural Anthropology
- Gender Studies
- Urban Anthropology
- Digital Humanities
- Visual and Digital Anthropology
- Media Ethnography
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed Master’s degree or diploma in Cultural Anthropology, Gender Studies, Digital Humanities, or related field
- Strong written and spoken German and English (CEFR C1 level)
- Dissertation proposal aligned with the project’s theme
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with digital ethnography or multimodal research
- Interest in gender, urban, and media-related anthropology
- Teamworking, communication, and administrative skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research for the ‘nice’ project and related PhD dissertation
- Participate in workshops, conferences, and public relations activities
- Assist with third-party funding proposals
- Engage in publication planning and data management
- Support organisational and administrative tasks
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted through the University of Graz’s web-based applicant tool.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter and academic CV
- Short dissertation proposal with flexibility in topic
- Degree certificate(s)
- Language certificate (German or English, CEFR C1) if applicable
- Two references (names and contact details)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Open now
- Deadline: 21 August 2025
- Interview Date: September 2025 (if applicable)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Graz
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: University of Graz Job Portal
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