Project Assistant without Doctorate (m/f/d)
Application deadline: 2026-05-16
Job Profile: Project Assistant without Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 52.865,40
Hours per week: 30
Employment: fixed‑term employment for 1 year, start as soon as possible
Salary Category: B1 without PhD; Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Department of Education Research and Teacher Education
Your Responsibilities
* Collaboration on research projects in the “Inclusive Education” unit
* Support in research projects: Participation in the planning, implementation and evaluation of empirical studies in the field of inclusive education
* Support in the development and testing of instruments: Collaboration in the design, development and testing of diagnostic instruments and their application in schools
* Support in the development of learning content for teacher training courses: Participation in the creation, adaptation and evaluation of training materials and programs for teachers
* Support in the acquisition of third‑party funding: Assistance in identifying international funding opportunities, preparation of funding applications and support for third‑party funded projects
* Collaboration on organizational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures
Your Profile
* Completed diploma or master’s degree in the field of (inclusive) education, psychology, or a degree of equal value for the position
* Excellent written and spoken German and English: Fluent language skills are a prerequisite
* Interest in the conception and organization of empirical research projects
* Main focus in the field of inclusive education/special educational psychology with special consideration of cognitive and social‑emotional development
* Above‑average knowledge of empirical social research methods
* Confidence in using computer programs to analyze quantitative or qualitative empirical data (e. g. SPSS)
* Very good knowledge in the field of computer‑aided literature research
* Experience in project management: Sound project experience, ideally in a scientific or educational context
* Practical experience in a school context: Experience in working with children and young people as well as teachers in a school environment, preferably in the field of inclusion
* Experience in acquiring third‑party funding: experience in applying for and managing third‑party funded projects (desirable)
* Publication experience: Preparation and publication of scientific articles (desirable)
* International experience (desirable)
* Interdisciplinarity: Willingness and ability to work on interdisciplinary research projects
* Ability to work independently: High degree of independence and ability to work responsibly
* Ability to work in a team: Strong ability to cooperate and work constructively in a team
Application Documents
* Letter of motivation and academic CV
* Proof of completion of the required degree
Salary and Benefits
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52.865,40 for a full‑time position. Overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
* Meaningful work for the world of tomorrow
* Internal continuing education program as colorful as the university itself
* Interdisciplinary, cross‑professional collaboration opportunities
* Standard benefits ranging from healthcare services to zero emission goal (standard benefits apply)
* Diversity and inclusion are lived in our working environment
* Flexibility with various working time models and family‑career compatibility
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
Contact
Univ.-Prof. Mag. Lisa Paleczek, PhD
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