TU-ID: 308 | 2025 | 50 | 260486
University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders)
40 hours/week | limited to expected 6 years
TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.
At the Institute of Materials Science and Technology, in the Research Group for Structural Polymers TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant post-doc (all genders) limited to expected 6 years for 40 hours/week. Expected start: February 2026.
Tasks:
- Research activities in the field of polymer materials and polymer recycling
- Teaching and participation in examinations
- Preparation of project proposals and execution of projects
- Publication activities
- Participation in and organization of scientific events
- Supervision of students
- Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures
Your profile:
- Doctoral degree in the field of industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, plastics technology, materials science or technical physics, chemistry, recycling technology, environmental and climate protection technology, or equivalent university studies
- In-depth expertise in the field of polymer materials, particularly in the areas of thermal analysis, materials testing, and polymer recycling, as well as waste management
- Additional knowledge in waste management and life cycle assessment (LCA) is desirable
- Experience in in project management
- Ability to develop methods and concepts as well as their realization and evaluation and the willingness to contribute in interdisciplinary scientific projects
- Experience in teaching and publication activities
- German language skills - minimum level B2 according to CEFR
- Good skills in English is required
- Interest and pleasure in research and working with students
- Ability to work in a team, problem-solving skills and very good communication skills
We offer:
- A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
- Hybrid working style with teleworking option
- A range of attractive social benefits (see Benefits)
- Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options
- Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U2/U4 Karlsplatz)
TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour.
People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.
People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.
Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 4,932.90/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.
We look forward to receiving your application until December 18th, 2025.
