Guilin Medical University

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant predoctoral 51 Faculty of Physics Startdate: 01.06.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 31.05.2030 Reference no.: 5570 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your personal sphere of influence: As a university assistant prae doc, you will join the Soft Matter Experiments (SoMeX) Lab (https://somexlab.github.io/) led by Prof. Roberto Cerbino. The SoMeX Lab investigates the physical principles governing the behavior of soft and biological systems, focusing on both equilibrium and non-equilibrium phenomena, from the dynamics of yield stress fluids to the collective behavior of cells and bacterial collectives.Our lab is a center for methodological innovation and provides a world-class, integrated experimental environment. Our facilities allow for the entire scientific workflow—from sample preparation in our chemistry lab and cell culture lab to advanced characterization. Our imaging suite features several microscopes, including a CrestOptics X-Light v3 spinning disk mounted on a fully-automated Nikon Ti2-E, supported by high-end sCMOS cameras (Kinetix, Andor CB2, ORCA-Flash4.0 V3) and biological incubators. For mechanical probing, we utilize our custom-built ShearView linear rheometer and an Anton Paar MCR 702e Space custom rheomicroscope. We also leverage optical tweezers, 3D printing for synthetic and biocompatible materials, and our open-sourced fast DDM code for high-throughput Differential Dynamic Microscopy (DDM).What makes us special is our collaborative spirit. We maintain an active international research network with partners in Europe (Milan, Paris, Heraklion, Fribourg, Zurich, etc.) and abroad (USA, Canada, etc.), providing a high-profile platform for your doctoral studies and the ideal conditions to build or expand your own network. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in ongoing research projects and scientific studies in the areas of soft matter physics, biophysics and active matter, with a particular focus on some of the following topics: rheology and rheo-microscopy of complex fluids and soft materials; collective behaviour of cells and bacterial systems; microscopy and image analysis of biological and soft-matter systems; Differential Dynamic Microscopy (DDM), microrheology and light scattering; development of new experimental methods and instrumentation. You develop and pursue an original doctoral project within the research profile of the SoMeX Lab. We expect you to conclude a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months. You work independently and continuously on your dissertation and its timely completion. You participate in the publication of research results in international peer-reviewed journals and present your work at conferences and workshops. You contribute to the preparation of grant proposals and to collaborative research activities within the lab and with our international partners. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, in particular by contributing to teaching in the Faculty of Physics at the Bachelor and Master level. You support the supervision of Bachelor and Master students. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration, including participation in the organization of laboratory activities, seminars and scientific events. This is part of your personality: Necessary qualifications, experience and knowledge (MUST criteria): Completed Master’s degree or Diploma in Physics, Biophysics, Soft Matter, Materials Science, or a closely related field. Analytical and methodological design competence: Proven ability to formulate a scientific hypothesis and design a feasible experimental strategy. This is evaluated through a conceptual research proposal (mock proposal), which must demonstrate the candidate's ability to integrate the SoMeX Lab’s core research pillars and infrastructure into a rigorous scientific plan. Technical literacy in advanced instrumentation: Demonstrated understanding of the physical principles underlying experimental soft matter physics (in particular rheology and advanced optical microscopy), evidenced by previous research work or the conceptual proposal. Quantitative data analysis skills: Proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data-intensive applications and the ability to bridge raw experimental data with physical modeling. Academic communication proficiency: Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 level). Desirable experience and knowledge (Target criteria): Advanced laboratory expertise: Hands-on experience with high-end or custom imaging/rheology/scattering hardware. Sample Preparation: Familiarity with wet-lab environments, including chemistry prep, cell culture, or microbiology protocols. Software Development: Experience with image-analysis frameworks and instrument control. Most important competencies: Scientific autonomy: A "hands-on" mindset and the ability to independently troubleshoot complex experimental setups. Collaborative skills: A proactive team player who thrives in interdisciplinary, international environments. Reliability: Strong organizational skills and a commitment to the timely completion of a 4-year doctoral project. What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.  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 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. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: Please submit the following documents in English as a single PDF file: Letter of Motivation: Describe your background and how your skills align with the SoMeX Lab’s focus. Scientific Curriculum Vitae: Including a list of publications and a detailed description of your technical skills. Academic Credentials: Copy of Master's degree certificate and transcript of records. Conceptual research proposal (max. 2 pages): For evaluation purposes, please outline a mock research idea that addresses a fundamental question in soft matter or biophysics. This proposal is intended to demonstrate your ability to design an experimental approach in line with SoMeX interests. This proposal is for assessment purposes only and does not necessarily represent the project to be carried out during the PhD. Evidence of scientific writing: A copy of your Master’s thesis or a representative published paper. If the file size is too large, please include a functional link to a cloud folder within the PDF. References: Contact details for two academic referees. If you have any questions, please contact: Roberto Cerbino roberto.cerbino@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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 05/31/2026  Prae Doc

We are looking to appoint a postdoctoral researcher with experience and expertise in synthetic transition metal chemistry, to be based in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the University of Southampton as part of the group of Prof. Gill Reid (G.Reid@soton.ac.uk). This postdoctoral fellowship is part of the EXPRESS (Exploiting Single Source Precursors for the Electrochemical Growth of Functional 1D and 2D Metal Dichalcogenide Semiconductors) Programme Grant recently announced by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). EXPRESS is a large (£10M) flagship, interdisciplinary research programme over 5-years. It is led jointly by the Universities of Southampton and Warwick, alongside several international and industrial partners, and brings together internationally leading teams from across chemistry, physics and electronic engineering. It aims to deliver a step-change in the understanding and control of electrochemical growth of high-quality mono/few-layer functional transition metal dichalcogenides TMDCs, combining precursor design and synthesis, electrochemistry, solution and surface computation, advanced characterisation and device integration. In addition to the essential disciplinary research skills, candidates should demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for collaborative working, the ability to communicate effectively across disciplines, and well-developed organisational skills. In this role your primary focus will be the synthesis, spectroscopic and structural characterisation of a range of new molecular complexes that contain the pre-assembled metal dichalcogenide (ME2) building block that forms the target TMDC. You will work in close collaboration with the electrochemistry experts who will investigate their effectiveness as single source precursors for the electrodeposition range of high quality semi-conducting and semi-metallic TMDCs. You will be required to be flexible and interact effectively with colleagues across the wider EXPRESS consortium to fulfil the scientific goals of the Programme. The position is offered for 24 months in the first instance, with the possibility of extension for up to 3 further years. Working at the University of Southampton: Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton.

Job Purpose The Professional Officers Division (POD) houses a centralized pool of academic staff under the Professional Officers scheme. Professional Officers come with specialised and deep technical skills acquired through extensive industry experience. They form the talent pool which brings a much-needed industry perspective to student learning. They facilitate applied learning and applied research in SIT, complementing the academic expertise of the faculty to bring industry practices and applications into the curriculum. Professional Officers leverage on their industry experiences to create authentic learning environments, where discovery and innovation take place. They act as coaches and mentors to students during practical learning activities such as laboratory sessions, Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Professional Officers could also lead or work with faculty on industry innovation projects to provide solutions to the industry. In addition to their role in applied learning and applied research, Professional Officers manage the centralised laboratory facilities and resources in SIT. With Technical Officers, laboratory safety professionals, and administrators in POD, they jointly develop central policies and processes for the safe and seamless operation of laboratories in SIT. Key Responsibilities Design and teach labs & practice modules. Mentor students in Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Lead or co-lead innovation projects with industry. Manage labs and equipment to support academic programmes and applied research. Ensure safety in labs. Job Requirements A good degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related fields. Possessing a Masters, PhD and/or relevant professional certifications would be advantageous. Deep technical specialist with 10 or more years of working experience in Electrical/Electronics Engineering environment. Have deep, hands-on competence in the following areas: High voltage switching Engineering design, modelling & analysis of conventional power, wind & solar farms Engineering design of transmission & distribution substations, electrical distribution systems of industries and commercial buildings Power system protection application and relay coordination Digital/Analogue/Power electronics IoT/Micro-controller application It will be advantageous with working knowledge of/as: Knowledge in programming/using Python, MATLAB, LTspice, IoT platform. Authorised high voltage switching Engineer Extensive hands-on experience and knowledge of industry practices and engineering principles to bring industry perspective to SIT Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to technical problems. Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment. Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs. Possess industrial certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage.