University Assistant Predoctoral Universität Wien

Job description:

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an

University Assistant Predoctoral

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

The Institute of Materials Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry is offering a position as Ph.D. student (prae doc) limited for four years in the field of polymer solutions and complex fluids. Your future position will be in the internationally outstanding and interdisciplinary Polymer & Composite Engineering (PaCE) group, characterised by excellent research in polymers and composite materials as well as in applied research in the area of complex fluids. In addition to research a successful candidate will teach in undergraduate lab courses in the field of Physical Chemistry and Materials Chemistry.

The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of polymers in solution and complex fluids.
• We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
• You work on your dissertation and its completion.
• You teach within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.
• You will present your research at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.
• You develop your IT user skills: especially Microsoft Office, Origin, Python or Labtalk.
• You communicate in English (written and spoken).

This is part of your personality:

• Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and similar fields
• Basic knowledge in Polymer Chemistry is required, experience in polymer synthesis and characterization is desirable.
• Ability to work independently.
• Eager to deal with complex challenges.
• Basic experience in academic writing and with research methods.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 Level), futhermore good command of German is desirable.
• Basic IT skills in Office and programming (e.g. Python) are required, Origin knowledge is an advantage.
• You should be a team player with high social skills

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. 

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Contract: The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae
• With your letter of motivation including your research interests
• Master Degree  /  Diploma
• Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Alexander Bismarck  

alexander.bismarck@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 09/20/2026 

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