This website serves as a hub for valuable information exclusively curated for postdoctoral researchers at the University of Vienna. It provides career initiatives to support your professional journey and specialized training to enhance your skills. The platform aims to foster a vibrant community by facilitating connections among postdoctoral researchers at the University of Vienna.
What you should have heard about:
FUNDING
The Gerda Henkel Stiftung is launching a funding programme that seeks to enquire into the realms of the possible and the horizon of the not-yet-known. Prospect Utopia funds total of 50 projects with a project sum of up to EUR 50,000 in each instance. Submission Deadline: Apr 15, 2026.
The Hochschuljubiläumsfond of the City of Vienna funds smaller, independent scientific projects, particularly for young scientists. In 2026, only projects in the fields of engineering and natural sciences will be funded. The funding is max. EUR 20,000 per project; the average amount of funding paid out is approximately EUR 8,000. Submission Deadline: Mar 31, 2026.
The Wissenschaft Zukunft Preis (WZP) of the Society for Research Promotion Lower Austria aims to highlight high-quality scientific achievements of academics who are at the beginning of their scientific careers, with prizes of EUR 3,000 for dissertations or PhD theses. The academic thesis must be assessed as “very good” and have a connection to Lower Austria. Submission deadline: Apr 8, 2026.
The Peter und Traudl Engelhorn Stiftung funds young scientists in the life sciences with postdoctoral fellowships for two years. Submission deadline: Jul 15, 2026.
Information webinar on EU Health Funding Opportunities: This webinar aims to provide an overview of the most relevant calls in Horizon Europe (Cluster 1) for 2026-2027, as well as in other clusters and EU programmes (i.e., EU4Health, Digital Europe, and the Innovative Health Initiative). In addition to the priorities and call calendars, we will hear a testimony from a PI who participated in these calls. The event will take place on Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026, from 14:30 to 16:00. Presentations will be in English. Learn more and register here.
Environment and Climate Research Hub (ECH)
Call for new Members; Applications until Feb 1, 2025
The ECH aims to connect environmental and climate research at the University of Vienna with currently around 70 members from almost all faculties.
Learn more and apply
Green Policy Lab: 5 day Summer School
Applications until: Mar 9, 2026
The Summer School for Emerging Researchers provides hands-on training, expert input, and
international exchange focused on evidence-informed policymaking for green and resilient
futures.
German Postdoc Network Conference 2026
Mar 12-13, 2026
Join postdoctoral researchers from all disciplines to exchange ideas on the postdoc landscape, with a program focused on transferable skills, practical career navigation, and cross-sector perspectives for careers.
Science Communication Progamme
Courses available: Oct 2, 2025 - May 20, 2026
The Programme offers a variety of courses on Science Communication topics.
Science Engagement Competencies
The practice-oriented Workshops from Science Center Network (in German) offer hands-on experience in science communication, with a winter term focus on schools and major events such as the Long Night of Research.
Learn more and register
E-STEEM Program
Application period: Jan 7 – Mar 2, 2026, 2 pm
Start: Oct 1, 2026 (Early start: July)
An initiative by the University of Vienna to strengthen the participation of outstanding female scientists underrepresented in their fields.
20 postdoctoral positions (4 years, full-time, 40h/week) across Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology, Economics, Earth Sciences and Sport Sciences
Apply online
Expert Talk: PhD Career Paths in BioTech
Jan 14, 15:00-16:30 (online)
Get an introduction to key industry roles by discussing five real job descriptions and learn the core reasons why moving into the biotech sector can be a compelling next step after completing a doctorate.
Special Programme: Mental Wealth
Applications until: Mar 2, 2026
The program consists of three face-to-face sessions in Vienna, covering topics such as managing emotions, maintaining realistic productivity and fostering healthy sleep habits.
Planning and Communication your Research with Impact
Feb 4, 2026 9:00-17:00
This one-day workshop, is designed to equip Postdocs with storytelling tools and strategies for framing the societal relevance of their research.
Career
Coaching, Trainings, Opportunities
Find information on how univie supports you and your career. We support both directions: inside and beyond academia.
Community
Networking, Community Events
Find information on where to meet and network with other postdocs at the University of Vienna and beyond.
