TU Austria invites research groups from TU Wien, TU Graz, and Montanuniversität Leoben to design the first joint TU Austria Doctoral School in the pioneering fields of Green Tech and Digitalization. This is a unique opportunity to help shape an interdisciplinary, high-impact doctoral program that connects international research excellence, nurtures future leaders in science, and sets new standards for doctoral education in Austria.
Added Value as Supervisors in the New Doctoral School
- Opportunities for networking within TU Austria and beyond
- Participation in shaping a completely new Doctoral School at TU Austria
- 3 to 5 positions per university - over 50 % of each position is funded
- Joint supervision of doctoral candidates by a team (one person per university)
- High visibility and impact of the new Doctoral School - nationally and internationally
How to Apply
Download the call guidelines here.
Submit your proposal by January 15, 2026 via email to tuwdoc(at)tuwien.ac.at.
The official application template must be used: Download here. Notification of the relevant Deans, Vice-Deans, and, where appropriate, institute heads is mandatory.
The final selection will be made by the three rectorates during the TU Austria Meeting in March 2026, following a presentation by the proposed Doctoral Schools’ scientific leadership.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Alignment with TU Austria’s strategic research priorities, creating synergistic value
- Scientific excellence, including international relevance and research positioning
- Interdisciplinary added value, demonstrated through structured supervision, a jointly developed training framework program, and national/international networking
- Quality of the concept, including clear research context, doctoral qualification profile, and program for additional skills
- The presentation of the co-financing of the 10 hours up to a full 40-hour position, as well as the financing of the fourth year.
Important Note: Funds can only be made available if the employment of the doctoral candidates is completed by 31 December 2026.
For questions or further information, contact Priv.-Doz. Dr. Ioanna Giouroudi: ioanna.giouroudi(at)tuwien.ac.at