FS, Assistant with a doctorate

UL Member: Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Aškerčeva cesta 6, 1000 Ljubljana, announces job vacancy:

Assistant with a doctorate (M/F)

• Position Code: H019001
• Salary Grade Group: IX
• Salary Subgroup: H01
• Work Location / Chair / Department / Organisational Unit / Field:
  Aškerčeva cesta 6, Ljubljana
  Chair of Thermal and Environmental Engineering
  Laboratory for Refrigeration and District Energy
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Type of Employment: Fixed-term employment from 1 September 2026 to 31 July 2028
• Working Hours: Full-time
• Probation Period: 4 months
• Publication Date: 24 June 2026
• Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
• Employment Service Registration Number: RD06495
• Salary: The basic salary is determined by placement in the initial 31st salary grade, corresponding to EUR 3,044.00 gross per month, while taking into account the gradual elimination of salary disparities until 2028.
• Expected Starting Date: 1 September 2026

Requirements for the Position

Required Education (Level and Field)

• Doctor of Science degree (pre-Bologna programme) in Mechanical Engineering or another natural sciences or technical field; or
• Doctor of Science degree (third-cycle Bologna programme / PhD) in Mechanical Engineering or another natural sciences or technical field.

Valid Academic Title (Habilitation)

• Research Assistant or Assistant in the field of Thermal and Environmental Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Candidates who do not yet hold the required academic title must obtain it within four months from the commencement of employment.

Functional Knowledge

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Desired Additional Competencies

• Knowledge and practical experience in the field of heat pumps and refrigeration technology and/or engineering design.

Job Description

General Description

• Scientific research work and professional work related to research activities;
• Professional cooperation with clients commissioning research projects;
• Preparation of written reports, research studies and expert opinions;
• Participation in undergraduate and postgraduate study programmes;
• Preparation of proposals for the procurement of research equipment, maintenance of equipment and ordering of consumables;
• Performing tasks within the employee’s area of expertise as assigned by the head of the organisational unit and carrying out other duties falling within the broader professional scope of the position.

Detailed Description

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Application Procedure

Written applications indicating the vacancy title and the Employment Service registration number (RD06495) should be sent by e-mail within the application period to: kadrovska.sluzba@fs.uni-lj.si

Applicants must attach supporting documents proving that they meet the requirements, including:

• a curriculum vitae indicating relevant work experience;
• proof of the required educational qualification.

We Offer

• Single-shift work schedule, Monday to Friday;
• Supplementary pension savings scheme (Collective Pension Fund for Public Employees);
• Well-organised working environment and favourable working conditions;
• Pleasant and supportive team;
• Employee health and well-being activities;
• Opportunities for professional and personal development and career advancement;
• Mentoring upon employment;
• Possibility of using holiday accommodation facilities;
• Trade union excursions and sports activities.
• The University of Ljubljana promotes gender equality in employment and work.
• An employment contract may only be concluded with a candidate who fulfils all requirements for the position.
• The employer reserves the right, in accordance with Article 24 of the Employment Relationships Act (ZDR-1), not to select any candidate, even if the candidate fulfils all requirements.

Contact Person:

Mojca Pogačnik

Phone: +386 1 4771 732

E-mail: kadrovska.sluzba@fs.uni-lj.si