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The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an

Scientific project assistant predoctoral (group "Foundations of Cryptography")

39 Faculty of Computer Science

Job vacancy starting: 10/01/2026 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)

Limited contract until: 09/30/2030

Job ID: 5808

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Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:
The research group “Foundations of Cryptography” within the research group “Theory and Applications of Algorithms” at the department of Computer Science focuses on provable security of cryptographic schemes. We develop new security definitions which match practical applications, explore complexity-theoretic relations, develop novel, sophisticated proof techniques, and design schemes that provably satisfy strong security guarantees. In the current project (see WWTF Projekt FARCry) we explore the foundations and applications of resource-restricted cryptography. We search for a university assistant praedoc to strengthen our team and help us make the digital world safer.

Your future tasks:
You actively contribute to research, teaching, and administration, which includes the following:

Participation in and contribution to research projects and publications, including presentation
Attendance of conferences and publication of your research results in journals and conferences
Finalisation of your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months
Teaching assistance (in particular, exams)
Supervision of students
Contribution to the organisation of research meetings, conferences, and symposia
Contribution to the administration of the institute, teaching and research

Requirements:
Completed Master’s degree or Diploma in the field of Computer Science or Mathematics, or a related discipline
Basic experience in academic writing
Didactic competences
High analytical skills
High written and spoken articulateness
Very good command of written and spoken English
IT user skills
You should be a team player with high social skills, proactively reaching out to your colleagues
Well-founded knowledge in the areas of theoretical computer science and mathematics, basic knowledge in the area of cryptography
Outstanding academic study achievements

Additionally, the following skills would be desirable:
Experience with teaching
First publication experience
Experience with interdisciplinary research
Knowledge of structures and processes within universities
Study experience abroad

What we offer:
Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary: The monthly gross salary of EUR 2.832,08 (on the basis of 30h employment, 14 monthly salaries per year) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:
Please submit the following documents in English:
Cover letter; in particular, focus on your suitability for the advertised position and your expertise in the relevant research areas (at most 1 page)
CV (including an overview on your teaching experience, if applicable)
List of publications, including Bachelor and Master theses
Master thesis (if already finished, otherwise Bachelor thesis)
Teaching certificates (if applicable)
Final study transcripts

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If you have any questions, please contact:
Karen Azari

karen.azari@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team!
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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Application deadline: 07/13/2026