TU-ID: 164 | 2026 | 10 | 264812
University Assistant (Prae-Doc)
30 hours/week | Cover for leave of absence limited until expected 31.03.2030
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 Chemical Technologies and Analytics, in the Research Group for Mass Spectrometric Bio and Polymer Analytics (E164-01-1), TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years for 30 hours/week. Expected start: April 2026.
Focus – Imaging Mass Spectrometry and Omics Technologies:
- Collaboration on research tasks aimed at applying imaging mass spectrometry (MSI) as a surface analysis method
- Focus on matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI)
- Correlative Imaging - Development of innovative combinations of MALDI MSI with complementary imaging methods (e.g., AFM, IR/Raman, EM, fluorescence microscopy, and many more)
- Application to biological material for research questions in the field of medicine and biomedical engineering
Tasks:
- Participation in associated research projects
- Supervision of students in laboratory exercises of the bachelor and master degree in German and partially in English (technical chemistry, biomedical engineering)
- Participation in other teaching tasks in German and English (seminars, lectures, and exams)
- Deepen scientific knowledge
- Participation in scientific events
- Writing a dissertation and publications
- Participation in organizational and administrative tasks of the research group
Your profile:
- Completion of a master's or diploma course in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, biomedical engineering, physics, pharmacy or an equivalent degree at home or abroad
- Excellent knowledge of analytical chemistry
- Hands-on experience in the field of mass spectrometry
- Knowledge of data processing for protein, lipid and/or metabolite analysis
- Experience in dealing with biological samples
- A basic understanding of statistical data analysis
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to innovate
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Excellent command of German and English (C level)
- Interest in research in the field and in working with students
It is also advantageous if you have:
- Experience in imaging technologies relevant for biological material (e.g. confocal microscopy)
- The ability to publish research results in specialist journals and at conferences
- Didactic skills
We offer:
- Diverse and exciting tasks
- Wide range of internal and external training opportunities as well as flexible working hours
- Central location and easy access (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 April 2nd, 2026.
