Senior Scientist

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an

Senior Scientist

50 Faculty of Life Sciences

Job vacancy starting: 10/01/2024 | Working hours: 40,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)

Limited contract until: 01/31/2025

Job ID: 3035

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together!

The position is temporary for the duration of the absence of an employee.

Your future position is at Christa Schleper's Archaea Biology and Ecogenomics Unit.

The unit is part of the Department of Functional and Evolutionary Ecology at the Faculty of Life Sciences. We study the ecology and evolution of archaea using genomic and microbiological techniques.

This position is a replacement position, which is limited to four months.

Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of archaea genomic research and proteomics.
• You publish internationally and give lectures.
• You apply for projects and raise third-party funds.

• Completed doctoral/PhD studies in subject Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry
• Outstanding dissertation
• Experience in the field of proteomics and biochemistry as well as in the cultivation of anaerobic microorganisms
• Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media
• IT knowledge in the field of functional genomics
• Excellent knowledge of English (C1) / other foreign language
• Team player and high social/communicative skills

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4,351.90 (14 times a year for senior scientists postdoctoral) increases, if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

• With your scientific curriculum vitae and letter of intent
• With your list of publications
• With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.)
• Via our job portal/ Apply now - button

Christa Schleper

christa.schleper@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team!
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 10/06/2024