Assistant Professor in Finance (all genders) Part-time/Full-time (30-40 h/w) in Vienna, Austria

In response to its continuous growth, Modul University Vienna is seeking a scholar for an Assistant Professor position (depending on the qualifications) with outstanding qualifications in the field of Finance. The position is integrated into the School of International Management and the applicants are supposed to conduct cutting-edge research in the field of finance and to teach in undergraduate, graduate and PhD courses offered in Vienna (see www.modul.ac.at/study-programs). This is a part-time or full‐time, unlimited contract position where applicants are prepared to work 30-40 hours per week. - Acquiring and conducting third-party funded national and international research projects with the aim of further developing their own research agenda in the field of finance. - Teaching and conducting examinations independently in English at all levels (bachelor’s, master’s, Ph.D./doctorate, and executive education). The teaching load for this position is up to 10 units/week per semester (1 unit = 45 minutes of teaching), depending on the agreed working hours. - Actively contributing to the development of Modul University’s various teaching programs. - Supervision of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral theses. - Participation in the self-governance of Modul University Vienna, which includes an active contribution to administrative and academic services and an active contribution to the university’s third mission. The successful candidate is expected to have established an international reputation as a researcher in their field and to have outstanding qualifications: - Evidence of outstanding research ability and potential, through a record of publications in top-tier journals and participation in relevant third party-funded national and/or international empirical research projects. - Experience, competence, and established commitment to high-quality teaching, guidance in scientific work, and supervision of PhD students. - Ability to teach courses in the fields of finance such as corporate finance, financial economics, digital finance, digital assets, investments, banking, taxation, sustainable finance, international finance, monetary economics, or related subjects. - Experience in successful acquisition, execution, and management of third-party funded research projects. - Experience in interdisciplinary team collaboration. - Activities in scientific networks like international professional societies and other research networks. - Interpersonal skills including gender and diversity management skills, communication and team skills, and leadership skills. - Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English; Proficiency in the German language or the willingness to learn German when moving to Vienna is welcome. - Cutting-edge and interdisciplinary research approach with dedicated support in research project acquisition - Individual professional development - An international, multicultural and diverse working environment This is a full‐time, unlimited contract position where applicants are prepared to work up to 40 hours per week. The initial annual gross salary for Assistant Professors is EUR 64.500. 30% contribution to the social security and pension fund paid by the employer according to Austrian Law, with additional remuneration for extra teaching or supervision of theses. The position remains open until filled. The review of applications will begin immediately after the announcement. Anticipated starting date: February 2027, but no later than September 2027.For questions related to this position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Prof. Horst Treiblmaier ([email protected]).  Please submit your complete application online including: - Brief motivation letter indicating why you believe yourself to be suitable for this position (max. 1-page A4) - Curriculum vitae including ORCID and Google Scholar profile and details of professional, teaching and research experience - List of publications - Teaching portfolio and a concept of your teaching approach  - Research portfolio and a list of the five most important peer-reviewed publications