Laboratory Management & Research Technician with focus Synthesis

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Laboratory Management & Research Technician with focus Synthesis - Venkataraman group

Full or Part Time (min. 30 h/w)

Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria

EUR 51,170* gross/year (full time); position limited for 1 year (extension and transition to a permanent contract tbd)

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Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. Get an insight!

Your responsibilities

The Venkataraman group works at the interface between chemistry and physics probing, manipulating, and controlling single molecules as active elements of circuits. We advance the field known broadly as molecular electronics, while also broadening the understanding of charge transfer at metal/organic interfaces. The position will be centered around maintaining and assuring the overall efficient running of the laboratory while engaging with team members to advance the group's research goals. We are looking for a proactive team member to support us with the following tasks:

* Taking a lead position in the lab organization (training users, managing stocks, ordering consumables, keeping our database up to date, etc)
* Implementation of new equipment (e.g. E-Beam Evaporator, scanning probe instruments) in the laboratory and assistance in experimental setups
* Basic synthesis (e.g. Buchwald-Hartwig coupling, Suzuki coupling etc)
* Assisting with scanning probe microscopy and NMR characterization
* Mediating interactions with our Scientific Service Units (e.g. Nanofabrication facility)
* Supporting internal users with using laboratory infrastructure, reporting of results, and proof reading of documents or publications
* Contribute to multidisciplinary projects within the lab
* Take part in group meetings and provide solutions to everyday challenges
* Being part of an interactive group of students, postdocs, and technicians with diverse backgrounds

Your profile

* Completed studies (M.Sc.) in Chemistry, Material Science, or other relevant fields
* Proven experience in managing laboratory services in Chemistry (data management, instruments, resource management, storage of chemicals, waste management, etc)
* Experience in managing laboratory systems and supplies
* Theoretical and practical knowledge of chemical/physical characterization techniques
* Experience with scanning probe microscopy and NMR characterization of advantage
* Proficiency in English with exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
* Strong organizational skills, reliability, a sense for responsibility, and a team-player attitude
* Proactive personality with a solution-oriented approach
* Applications should include a letter of motivation, a CV, and contact information for at least 2 referees

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Your benefits

* Education & training
* Cafeteria
* Childcare
* Free shuttle bus
* Multiple health offers
* Pension insurance

This position comes with possible overpayment depending on education, qualification and work experience. ISTA processes your personal data in accordance with the law. For more information, please refer to ww www.ista.ac.at/data-protection.

Am Campus 1, 3400 Klosterneuburg, Austria
Tel.: +43 (0) 2243 9000-0 www.ista.ac.at

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