TU-ID: 164 limited 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 , Research Area Imaging and Instrumental Analytical Chemistry (E 164-01), a position as a university assistant (Post-Doc) is available in the Mass Spectrometric Bio- and Polymer Analytics research group (E164-01-1), limited to expected April 14th, 2029 for 40 hours/week with the following responsibilities. Expected start: March 2026

Thematic focus - Multimodal Mass Spectrometry Imaging :

• Collaboration on projects aimed at applying mass spectrometry imaging to medical and biological research questions
• Multimodal MS imaging in combination with data from LC-MS/MS experiments
• Further development of multimodal imaging, with a particular focus on high-resolution mass spectrometry

Tasks:

• Strong interest in scientific questions and motivation to conduct independent and goal-oriented research
• Research in the field of mass spectrometry in a bioanalytical context for the development of modern, innovative applications
• Independent teaching or participation in teaching and supervision of students
• Ability to develop methods and concepts, implement and evaluate them, and willingness to collaborate in interdisciplinary scientific projects
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks of the research group, the research department, and the faculty
• Participation in associated research projects

Your profile:

• Completion of a relevant PhD (e.g., chemistry)
• Experience in project management and presentations
• Excellent knowledge in the field of analytical chemistry
• Very good knowledge of high-resolution mass spectrometry (FTICR MS)
• In-depth knowledge of multimodal imaging
• Knowledge of data processing for protein, lipid, and metabolite analysis
• Experience in teaching and publishing
• Organizational and analytical skills as well as a structured approach to work
• Very good knowledge of English (C1)
• Interest and fun in research and working with students
• Ability to work in a team and problem-solving skills

We offer:

• A diverse and exciting range of tasks
• A wide range of internal and external training opportunities and flexible working hours
• A central location and good transport links (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.

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 5,014.30/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 March 5th, 2026.

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