Assistant Professor, non-tenure track

  • Vienna University of Economics and Business
  • Research, development, teaching
  • Fulltime
  • published till: 28.01.2026
You want to understand how things are connected and make a fundamental impact? We offer an environment where you can realize your full potential. At one of Europe’s largest and most modern business and economics universities. On a campus where quality of work is also quality of life. We are looking for support at the

Institute for Leadership and Strategic Change (formerly Institute for Change Management and Management Development
Fulltime, 40 hours/week
Starting April 01, 2026, and ending after 6 years
 
The Institute for Leadership and Strategic Change is dedicated to studying the dynamics of transformation and change in organizations and society. Our work focuses on how change processes can be designed, facilitated, and sustainably embedded—with particular attention to the human side of change, such as in the areas of strategy, diversity, or sustainability. If these topics excite you, we look forward to receiving your application for the advertised position.

What to expect

  • Conduct research: You will actively contribute to the institute’s research projects on organizational change and transformation (www.wu.ac.at/cmmd) and further develop your own ideas.
  • Teach and support courses: You independently plan and teach courses.
  • Supervise master’s and bachelor’s theses: You co-supervise master’s and independently supervise bachelor’s theses.
  • Support organization and administration: You will help fulfill the institute’s administrative responsibilities.
  • Work as part of a team: You will join a team of committed researchers who collaboratively advance research projects.
  • Benefit from a strong research environment: You will work in an excellent, internationally connected team that supports you in developing your own projects, advancing publications, and expanding your network.

What you have to offer

  • Doctoral degree: You have successfully completed your doctoral degree and demonstrate a strong commitment to research through promising publication projects. Peer-reviewed presentations at academic conferences and initial publications in journals listed on the WU Star Journal List or the Department of Management Journal List are an advantage.
  • Passion for research: You are highly motivated to pursue an academic career and aim to publish your work in reputable scholarly journals.
  • Relevant expertise and experience: You bring knowledge in areas such as transformation, organizational development, change management, or the psychology of change. Ideally, you also have some work experience in these fields.
  • Research methodology: You have in-depth training in quantitative including experience with common software tools (e.g., R, Mplus, Stata, Python) and/or qualitative research methods. You also have a clear understanding of the strengths and limitations of different methodological approaches.
  • Willingness to use multimedia teaching methods: You are prepared to use multimedia teaching and learning formats. You are also able—and willing over time—to teach courses in both English and German.
  • International experience and language skills: You can demonstrate international exposure in your studies. Strong English and German skills are an asset.
  • Digital skills: You are confident using standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, video conferencing tools) and can quickly learn new systems.
  • Engagement: You work independently, take initiative, and act as a team player.

Required submission materials (as one PDF file, in this order):

  • Cover letter, including your earliest possible and preferred start dates
  • CV
  • Personal statement (briefly outlining research, teaching, and service activities; max 3 pages)
  • Contact information for 2–3 academic references (name, affiliation, e-mail)
  • Copies of 1–2 research papers
  • If available: teaching evaluations
  • Transcripts of grade reports
  • Additionally (as a separate PDF file): Full PhD thesis

We are looking forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions regarding the position or application documents, don’t hesitate to contact cmmd@wu.ac.at, Rouven Kanitz.

What we offer you

  • Six weeks of vacation/Extra vacation time
  • Flexible working hours
  • Training opportunities
  • A wide range of benefits, from an in-house medical officer to athletic activities and a meal allowance to a variety of employee discounts
  • Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
  • A modern campus with spectacular architecture in the heart of Vienna
  • Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees in research, teaching, and administration and approximately 21,500 students
  • Excellent accessibility by public transportation
Curious? Visit our website and find out more at www.wu.ac.at/benefits.

The minimum monthly gross salary amounts to €4.932,90 (14 times per year). This salary may be adjusted based on equivalent prior work experience. In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive social benefits.

Do you want to join the WU team?
Then please submit your application by January 28, 2026 (ID 2642).
We are looking forward to hearing from you!