91 Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science
Startdate: 01.09.2024 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: permanent
Reference no.: 2794

Among the many reasons to research and teach at the University of Vienna there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for continuous striving for top international research and scientific excellence. At the same time they enjoy support and liberties that are not a given at other institutions. Does that sound like something for you? The Division of Microbial Ecology (DOME) is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist. Welcome to our team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

We are committed to conduct excellent research in a motivating and intellectually stimulating environment. We are looking for a Senior Scientist with experience in chemical imaging (e.g. Raman-, Maldi Mass Spectrometry-, or NanoSIMS-imaging) and/or fluorescence microscopy including super-resolution microscopy. Experience in electron microscopy is an advantage.

The position is currently limited to 1 years, with the possibility of subsequent unlimited employment.

Your future tasks:

Your role will be support the analyses of structure-function relationships of microbiomes from environmental and clinical samples in collaboration with researchers from DOME using our state-of-the-art microbiome imaging instrumentation, which includes a NanoSIMS 50L, a Stimulated Raman Scattering (SRS) microscope, a point-scan and wide-field mid-infrared photothermal chemical imaging (MIP) device, and a super-resolution confocal microscope. Your responsibilities include advising on study design and sample preparation, imaging analysis of samples, collaborative data analysis and contributing to grant and manuscript writing. Additionally, you will contribute to grant and manuscript writing, disseminate results at national and international conferences, and assist in supervising students.

This is part of your profil:

• PhD degree in a suitable field
• Thematically relevant publications in international peer-reviewed journals,
• Willingness to acquire new methodological skills required for the project.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of an international, collaborative research team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours.

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.

Permanent contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4.752,30 (14 times a year for senior scientists postdoctoral).

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• Motivation letter (1-2 pages)
• 2 References
• CV (including scientific publications and presentation activities)
• University certificate(s)
• Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any content questions, please contact:

Michael Wagner

michael.wagner@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: 08/05/2024

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