Job Information
Organisation/Company: Austrian Academy of Sciences, The Institute for Iranian Studies IFI
Research Field: Anthropology » Social anthropology; Cultural studies » Jewish studies; Cultural studies » Middle East studies
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Application Deadline: 25 Aug 2026 - 23:55 (Europe/Brussels)
Country: Austria
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Part-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Job ID: IFI097PD226
The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW), Austria’s leading non-university research and science institution, is offering a Position as
Postdoc (f/m/x) Iranian Jewish Studies
(36h, 90%)
Your Tasks
- Translation and transliteration of Persian and Judeo-Persian text
- Analysis of material culture (amulets, ritual objects)
- Development of an independent research project for application for Third Party Funding in the area of Persian Jewish History
- Contribution to project website and publications (book chapter, article)
Your Profile
- Completed studies preferably with promotion in the field of Iranian Studies
- Ideally several years of experience in the field of the history of minorities in Iran
- Excellent Persian and English skills needed
Our Offer
- A position in an innovative and internationally active environment crucial to succes
- Numerous voluntary social benefits
- Flex time arrangement
- Opportunity to work independently and develop personally
The minimum annual gross salary for this position is EUR 70.167,44 (full-time based), in accordance with the collective agreement of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW). For part-time employment, the salary will be adjusted on a pro rata basis in line with the agreed working hours.
The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Where to apply
Website: https://oeawnr.onlyfy.jobs/application/apply/bmk1x8jf0qvsu95u0nm04qqn0hq77lk
Requirements
Research Field: Cultural studies
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Institute for Iranian Studies IFI
Country: Austria
Geofield:
Contact
City: Vienna
Website: http://www.oeaw.ac.at
