TU-ID: 308 | 2025 | 55 | 261764
Senior Scientist (all genders)
40 hours/week | indefinite-term
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 Unit of Materials Science TU Wien is offering a position as senior scientist (all genders) for 40 hours/week. Expected start: February 2026.
Tasks:
- Independent research work n the field of materials development using physical vapor deposition
- Independent teaching of courses and holding of examinations as well as supervision of students in particular in materials science, materials testing, fracture mechanics, materials physics, and surface engineering, including participation in examinations
- The ability to develop methods, concepts, as well as their realization and evaluation and the willingness to manage projects or workimg groups
- Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures of the research division and the faculty
Your profile:
- Completion of an appropriate doctorate in the field of mechanical engineering, materials science, or process engineerin or equivalent university studies at home or abroad
- Knowledge of scientific work as well as excellent specialist knowledge in materials science, materials physics, fracture mechanics, surface engineering, physical vapor deposition and in-depth knowledge of the subject area plasma-assisted evaporation methods (laboratory and industrial systems), development of nanocomposites and superlattices and their characterization (mechanical characterization such as nanoindentation and in-situ fracture toughness measurements, thermal analysis), as well as structural characterization using high-resolution and analytical techniques (in-situ synchrotron studies or atom probe tomography)
- Interdisciplinary work
- Experience in teaching and publication activities as well as interest and pleasure in research and work/support with students
- Organisational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working
- Excellent knowledge of German (native level or certified CEFR level C1), very good knowledge of English
- Team competences
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 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 January 8th, 2026.
