Introduction:
For over 40 years, Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) has provided its students with an internationally competitive, American-style liberal arts education in the heart of Europe. As part of a global network of campuses based in St. Louis, USA, WVPU offers a student-centered education within the framework of a European research university. We offer accredited programs in our Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications, Psychology, Computer Science Departments.
The undergraduate degree program “Comparative International Business Law” is currently undergoing accreditation.
WVPU is currently looking to fill a full-time (40h/week) faculty position:
Assistant/Associate Professor (f/m/d)
to expand and strengthen our research section in the newly created Department of Law
Starting date: Summer 2026
We welcome profiles that strengthen our new department in the following research area: International business law with a focus on financial regulation.
Responsibilities:
The following criteria are required:
a) Publications:
Produce career stage appropriate academic publications (peer-reviewed journals and books/book chapters) in line with university research evaluation policies.
b) Third-Party Funding
Successfully acquire third-party funding to advance individual research objectives.
c) International visibility (scientific) and cooperation
Regularly present papers and research activities at international scientific conferences, participate in peer-review processes, serve on editorial boards, and external PhD defence committees.
d) Third Mission and Public outreach
Publicly disseminate findings from research and teaching to society and the economy.
e) Teaching
Maintain a regular teaching load (with a minimum of 3 courses/year up to a maximum of 6 courses/year, depending on the activities in other areas).
f) Mentorship and leadership
At all levels, faculty supervise student research, but also research assistants, doctoral students working on projects, as well as colleagues where appropriate and scientific support staff.
Requirements:
The following criteria are required for the job, depending on working experience and level of professorship (Assistant, Associate Professor).
- PhD in Law from a renowned Faculty of Law in a civil or common law jurisdiction. Additional (interdisciplinary) postgraduate degrees such as an MBA is an advantage;
- Demonstrated scholarly track-record and practical teaching experience in the area of international business law and financial regulation
- Demonstrated commitment to advance scientific research;
Proven participation in third-party funded research projects and teams;
- Demonstrated pedagogic and didactic success in university-level teaching;
- Active international engagement with academic and non-academic stakeholders;
- Professional qualifications, e.g., relevant national bar membership is considered an advantage;
- Ability to teach and publish in English; ability to teach and publish in German is an advantage.
For the position of Associate Professor rank, the following additional requirements apply:
- A habilitation or equivalent post-doctoral experience;
- A distinguished track-record in acquiring and leading externally funded high-level research projects and grants as a Principal Investigator;
- Experience in supervising PhD students;
- Outstanding scientific reputation with internationally recognized peer-reviewed publications and active conferences participation;
- Proven track record in developing curricula;
- Demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
Our offer:
WVPU supports an attractive environment for ambitious academics. Employment contracts are initially offered for a fixed term of five years. Following a comprehensive evaluation process, based on the successful completion and assessment of an individually agreed performance agreement, candidates may, upon mutual agreement with WVPU, transition to a position with an unlimited contract.
WVPU is also open to a part-time arrangement, please specify your preference in the application.
- Being part of a highly engaged team and international community
- Research support services
- Flexible working hours, home office, work-from-anywhere
- Numerous employee benefits (Pension Fund, Training and Development Opportunities, Occupational Health, Social Events etc.).
- Excellent accessibility by public transportation, including WVPU subsidy for public transportation ticket
- We provide modern facilities in a top location in Vienna’s 2nd district (Palais Wenkheim).
The minimum annual gross compensation amounts to (basis 40 hours/week): Assistant Professor: EUR 65.000,-/Associate Professor: EUR 77.000,-.
The final salaries will depend on experience and qualifications.
Your application:
When applying, please provide the following documents:
Academic curriculum vitae including:
- education and training (please attach all required diplomas as indicated above)
- positions held to date
- complete list of acquired third-party funding including financing institution, amount, role and cooperation partners
- teaching and mentoring experience
- supervision experience (Master and PhD level)
- third mission activities
List of publications:
- complete and current publication list (e.g. ORCID link)
- two key publications as electronic full text version with relevance to this position (PDF)
Research statement: research description and planned future research activities including plans for third-party funding (max. 1500 words)
Diversity and inclusion statement: a statement describing your commitment to diversity and contribution to an inclusive professional environment (max. 1 page)
Two referees who will provide letters of recommendation upon request.
All applications must be sent online: Please apply here!
Deadline for applications: January 31, 2026
WVPU is an equal opportunity employer – we are committed to a non-discriminatory employment policy and a diverse and inclusive community.
The University puts special emphasis on increasing the number of women among the faculty as well as in senior positions.
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