University Assistant without doctorate (m/f/d)

Department of Chemistry

• Application deadline 23.06.2025
• Salary Category B1 without PhD
• Salary per Year (Full Time) € 52,007.20
• Employment Start September 2025
• Hours per week 30 h/w
• Duration of Contract Temporary employment
• Temporary Employment 4 years

Your Responsibilities

• Writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the area Theoretical Chemistry
• Research in the field of molecular crystal simulations (with a focus on chemical reactions in the solid state)
• Application of periodic and non-periodic electronic structure methods as well as machine learning force fields for the modeling of molecular crystals
• Writing scientific publications
• Independent teaching of courses and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the institute of chemistry
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures

Your Profile

• Completed master’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field
• Knowledge of theoretical chemistry and electronic structure theory (including solid-state modeling)
• Experience with machine learning methods and basic programming skills are advantageous
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
• German language skills are advantageous
• Scientific curiosity and interest in working on current research questions
• Independent working style and high level of initiative
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills

Application Documents

The following documents are required for a complete application:

• Letter of motivation and academic CV
• Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
• Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52,007.20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

We Offer

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

Dr. Johannes Hoja BSc MSc

Institute Website

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

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