Professorship Appointments

Professorship Appointments
Your path to the University of Vienna.

We guide professors from the initial offer through to a successful start at the University of Vienna – with personal guidance, reliable support and a clear focus on what matters.

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Ian Ehm

Find your space to excel.

Professorship Appointments is the central point of contact for professorship appointments and tenure track at the University of Vienna.

We coordinate appointment negotiations, establish clear interfaces and ensure transparent, reliable processes. We support the Rector, faculties and centres and coordinate collaboration among all university units involved. We also remain a reliable point of contact for professors on further matters after they have taken up their position.

Well prepared. Clearly guided. 

Have you received a letter from the Rector? We guide you through the next steps and remain your personal point of contact throughout the process.

  • Offer

    01 
    You receive a letter from the Rector together with information on the next steps. Your personal contact at Professorship Appointments will guide you through the process.

  • Preparation

    02 
    We clarify the required documents with you and coordinate with the relevant faculty or centre.

  • Negotiations

    03 
    We prepare the appointment negotiations and guide you reliably through the process.

  • Starting in Vienna

    04 
    Through Welcome & Integration, we support you and your family as you take your first steps in Vienna and at the University of Vienna.

    New Professorships at the University of Vienna

Find your new academic home. 

A new career step changes more than just your place of work. We guide you and your family as you settle into Vienna and the University of Vienna, providing personal guidance, tailored information, recommendations and relevant contacts.

  • Orientation

    In a personal consultation, we discuss your individual support needs and the next steps.

    The Welcome Compass provides a central overview of essential information on relocation and onboarding.

  • Housing & everyday life

    We provide guidance on practical matters related to housing, administrative procedures and everyday life in Vienna.

  • Family & career support

    We advise you and your family on childcare, schools and career opportunities for partners.

  • Community & culture

    We help you settle into Vienna, connect with others and find relevant opportunities for leisure activities and academic exchange.

As a central interface, we connect candidates, the Rectorate, faculties, centres and university services – ensuring a transparent process and a successful start at the University of Vienna.

Personal guidance. Reliable support every step of the way.

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