The Department of English and American Studies , Faculty of Arts and Humanities, is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor with Qualification Agreement (in accordance with the Universities Act and the Employees Act and as per §27 of the Collective Agreement for University Employees). The designated field of the position is Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (Fremdsprachendidaktik) . Upon successful completion of the agreed qualification objectives, the position will become permanent (Associate Professor). The University of Salzburg stands for innovation in research and scholarship, research-led teaching, and active engagement with society. Situated in the heart of Europe – in the World Heritage city of Salzburg – the University offers an inspiring environment for academic careers – innovative, interdisciplinary and internationally interconnected. Responsibilities

• achievement of individually agreed qualification targets within a specified period,
• independent teaching of 4 hours per week (rising to 8 hours upon completion of the qualification phase),
• independent research in the field of English Foreign Language Education,
• building international research networks and collaborating with relevant areas of the University of Salzburg and with partner schools,
• contributing to the organisation of teaching and research in the subject area.

Employment Requirements

• doctorate (PhD) in one of the following fields: English Foreign Language Education, English Applied Linguistics, TESOL, or Educational Linguistics,
• dissertation at least partly published (i.e., relevant journal articles or confirmed book contract),
• demonstrated research and university-level teaching experience in English Foreign Language Education and related linguistic fields (Second Language Acquisition, TESOL, Educational Linguistics),
• experience in applying for external research funding,
• proven pedagogical expertise,
• excellent spoken and written English.

Desirable Additional Qualifications

• teaching qualification in English,
• school teaching experience and familiarity with the Austrian school system,
• excellent research record and publications at an international level,
• interest in translating linguistic and pedagogical research into methods and materials for English teaching in schools,
• international experience,
• very good command of German (C1), or willingness to acquire it.

Personal Qualities

• strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and commitment.

How to Apply Applications must be submitted electronically and include:

• cover letter (2–3 pages), ideally addressing: 1) achievements in research and scholarship, 2) teaching experience, 3) plans for research and teaching, and contributions to the faculty’s academic profile, 4) knowledge transfer and management, 5) interpersonal skills.
• full CV,
• master’s and doctoral degree certificates,
• teaching evaluations,
• two-page outline of a current or planned research project.

Start Date : as soon as possible Contract duration: Six years. Upon achievement of the agreed qualification targets, the contract becomes permanent (Associate Professor). Salary: Grade A2 according to § 49 sec. 2 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement; monthly salary € 5.808,20 gross (14 payments per year). If the qualification agreement is not concluded at the start of employment, initial grading will be B1 according to § 49 sec. 3b) of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, monthly salary: € 5.012,70 gross (14 payments per year). Closing date : 14 January 2026 Please send your application, quoting the reference number of the post (GZ A 0086/1-2025), compiled as a single PDF document, to bew V09q erbung hvKW @plus 4@H5 .ac @H5T .at V09q . Enquiries Prof. Dr. Hartmut Stöckl — Tel. +43 662 8044 4401; Email: hartmu QezBlh t.sto kD47ws eckl D47wsY @plu UERyvO s.ac vOaHgc .at 5tPW3j Further Information General information about work at the University of Salzburg: https://www.plus.ac.at/personalentwicklung/jobportal/ The University of Salzburg is committed to increasing the proportion of women among its staff, particularly in leadership positions, and expressly encourages qualified women to apply. Where qualifications are equal, women will be given preference. Candidates with disabilities or chronic illnesses who meet the requirements are expressly encouraged to apply. For information, please contact +43 662 8044 2462 or dis goG abil CM0 ity@p pk_ lus. pk_ ac. fEs at 6yh . Unfortunately, travel and accommodation expenses arising from the application process cannot be reimbursed. Appointments are governed by the Universities Act 2002 (UG) and the Employees Act. Please note that in case of doubt, the German version of the job advert is binding.