University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders) 40 hours/week | limited to 2 years - Institute of Materials Chemistry

Job Description:

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 Chemistry, in the Research Group for Molecular Materials Chemistry TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant post-doc (all genders) limited to expected 2 years for 40 hours/week.

Tasks:

• Synthesis and characterization of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)
• Determination of optoelectronic properties
• Evaluation of materials with regard to photocatalytic applications and light batteries
• Deep interest in scientific problems and the motivation for independent and goal-oriented research
• Independent teaching or participation in teaching (i.e. synthesis lab) and supervision of students
• The ability to develop methods, concepts, as well as their realization and evaluation and the willingness to contribute in interdisciplinary scientific projects
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks of the research division and the faculty

Your profile:

• Completion of a relevant doctorate (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science)
• Knowledge of scientific methods in the fields of inorganic, organometallic, and reticular chemistry
• Expertise in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) as well as their structural elucidation and material characterization
• Expertise in photocatalytic applications
• Experience in national and international research cooperation as well as in project management and presentations
• Interdisciplinary work
• Experience in teaching and publication activities as well as interest and pleasure in research and work/support with students
• Organizational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working
• Excellent command of the German and English language (C1) and very good communicative skills and 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)

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 July 2nd, 2026.

Contact:

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.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us Carmen Keck | T: +43 1 588 01 406201 Here you can find also relevant information about the application process.