Work where science meets quality of life: The University of Klagenfurt is a dynamic and internationally oriented university in the heart of the Alps-Adriatic region. With around 1,700 employees and 13,000 students, we combine an excellent research climate, innovative teaching, and an open, appreciative culture. Our core values — equality, diversity, health, sustainability, and the compatibility of work and family — shape our daily interactions.
The following position will be filled at the Department of Information Technology (ITEC) at the Faculty of Technical Sciences with an anticipated starting date of December 1, 2026:
Assistant Professor (postdoc) with QA option (tenure track) (all genders welcome)
Level of employment: 100 % (40 hours/week)
Minimum salary: € 70,200.20 per annum (gross), Classification according to collective agreement: B1 lit. b
Limited to: 6 years (with the option of transitioning to a permanent contract)
Application deadline: September 9, 2026
Reference code: 432/26
Your responsibilities – what awaits you:
- Independent research in multimedia systems technologies
- Independent delivery of courses in English and German using established and innovative methods
- Participation in the research and teaching projects run by the organisational unit
- Acquisition and management of third-party funded projects
- Supervision of students at Bachelor, Master, and doctoral levels
- Participation in organisational and administrative tasks and in quality assurance measures
- Contribution to expanding the international scientific and cultural contacts of the organisational unit
- Participation in public relations activities, including third mission
Your profile:
- Doctoral degree in the field of computer science, information and communications engineering, electrical engineering or related fields completed at a domestic or foreign higher education institution
- Experience in the acquisition and running of highly competitive third-party funded projects of a significant volume, and a demonstrated commitment to playing an active role in third-party funded projects and their acquisition
- Relevant scientific record in the field of multimedia systems, including publications, awards, invited presentations, etc.
- A strong background at the level of habilitation in one or both fields
- (Distributed) multimedia systems, preferably covering video in the context of video coding, communication, streaming, and quality of experience (QoE);
- Machine learning, preferably in the context of (distributed) multimedia systems or/and computer vision
- Very good scientific communication and dissemination skills (scientific writing and oral presentations)
- Excellent programming skills in multimedia systems or/and machine learning
- Excellent spoken and written English skills
This distinguishes you additionally:
- Didactic competence and proven successful teaching experience
- Willingness to actively participate in research, teaching, and administration
- Scientific curiosity and enthusiasm for imparting knowledge
- Gender mainstreaming and diversity management skills
- Leadership and teamwork skills
- Good spoken and written German skills
Why you will enjoy working with us:
- This tenure track position includes the option of negotiating a qualification agreement in accordance with Section 27 of the collective agreement for university staff for the areas of research, independent teaching, management and administrative tasks, and experience gained externally (QA). The employment contract is concluded for the position as Assistant Professor (postdoc) with QA option and stipulates a starting salary of € 5,014.30 gross per month (14 times a year; previous experience deemed relevant to the job can be recognised in accordance with the collective agreement). Upon entering into the qualification agreement, the position shall be classified as an Assistant Professorship with a minimum gross salary € 5,904 per month. Upon fulfilling the stipulations of the qualification agreement, the post-holder shall be promoted to tenured Associate Professor with a minimum gross salary € 6,389.50 per month.
- Team spirit meets diversity – bring your individual background to our dedicated team
- Sustainably mobile – your workplace is on our green campus and easily accessible by public transport
- With us, equal opportunities apply to all: We look forward to every additional personality in the team
- Personal and professional development through diverse offers
- Numerous attractive additional benefits – including non-working days on December 24, December 31, and Good Friday, and a company pension contribution
- Family-friendly and health-promoting university culture - Our family services support staff with questions around childcare, compatibility, and family life and offers flexible care and holiday programmes. At the same time, we strengthen health and well-being with a diverse sports, massage, and preventive care programme — see https://jobs.aau.at/en/the-university-as-employer/
We look forward to receiving your application, including resume, cover letter, and certificates / confirmations via our Job Portal under the reference code 432/26, no later than September 9, 2026. Candidates must furnish proof that they meet the required qualifications by the end of the application deadline.
If you are interested in this position, please apply in German or English providing the usual documents:
- Letter of application, including — but not limited to — a motivation letter as well as a brief and concise research and teaching statement, respectively
- Curriculum vitae including publication and lecture lists as well as details and an explanation of research and teaching activities (please do not include a photo)
Furthermore:
- Proof of all completed higher education programmes (certificates, supplements, if applicable)
- Other documentary evidence that may be relevant to this announcement (see “Your profile” and “This distinguishes you additionally”)
- Please provide three references (contact details of persons whom the university may contact by telephone for information purposes)
Do you have further questions? Please contact Prof. Christian Timmerer (christian.timmerer@aau.at). Recruitment and staff matters at the University of Klagenfurt are accompanied by the authority responsible for the recruitment procedure as well as by the Equal Opportunities Working Group and, if applicable, by the Representative for Disabled Persons.
The University of Klagenfurt strives to increase the proportion of women in all areas where they are underrepresented and expressly encourages qualified women to apply. The University of Klagenfurt is committed to anti-discrimination, equal opportunities and diversity. People with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses who meet the required qualification criteria are expressly invited to apply.
Translations into other languages shall serve informational purposes only. Solely the version advertised in the University Bulletin (Mitteilungsblatt) shall be legally binding.
