TU-ID: 163 | 2026 | 05 | 263325
University Assistant Prae-Doc (all genders)
30 hours/week | limited to 4 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 Applied Synthetic Chemistry, within the Cell Chip research group, a position as a University Assistant (Pre-Doc) in Organ-on-a-Chip Technology is available, expected to start in March 2026 (30 hours per week, fixed-term for an expected duration of 4 years).
Tasks:
- Participation in research and teaching activities as well as examinations
- Supervision of students
- Research and project work
- Deepening scientific knowledge
- Writing a doctoral dissertation and scientific publications
- Participation in scientific events
- Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks
Your profile:
- Successfully completed, relevant Master’s or Diploma degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Chemistry, or a comparable discipline
- Solid experimental and theoretical knowledge in one or more of the following areas: cell culture, tissue engineering, biological engineering, microfluidics, mechanistic modeling, and computational engineering
- Strong interest in organ-on-a-chip technology, engineering-based approaches, translational research, and the interfaces between biological and mechanistic modeling
- Experience with discipline-specific software, e.g., CAD programs, image processing software, and biostatistical analysis tools
- Very good scientific working skills
- Interest in and willingness to supervise students; experience is an advantage
- Command in English at least at B2 level
- International experience desirable but not required
- Strong teamwork skills, ability to work independently, high problem-solving competence, and a strong sense of innovation
We offer:
- A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
- Hybrid working style with up to 60% 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 2,832.10/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.
We look forward to receiving your application until March 5th, 2026.
