National Chung Hsing University

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an University Assistant Predoctoral 52 Faculty of Chemistry Startdate: 07.01.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: permanent Reference no.: 4926 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 afor top international research and scientific excellence. Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where 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 complete the research team around Prof. Annette Rompel, at the Department of Biophysical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry. The focus of our research is purification,expession and characterisation of a metalloprotein. The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension up to a total of 4 years is possible. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of biophysical chemistry. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You work on your dissertation and its completion. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of chemistry Basic experience in academic writing and with research methods Didactic competences / experience with e-learning Excellent command of written and spoken English and German(B2 Level) IT user skills: MS Office You should be a team player with high social skills What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible and family-friendly 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 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. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Contract: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension up to a total of 4 years is possible.  Equal opportunities for all: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!  It is that easy to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent With your summary of research interests for a prospective doctoral project proposal Master Degree / Diploma Via our job portal/ Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Annette Rompel annette.rompel@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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 01/08/2026  Prae Doc

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an academic research project funded by MPA, where you will be part of the research team under the project titled: HarbourCraftSafe: Fire Resilinet Battery Room Design for Next-Gen Electric Habour. The project is in collaboration with two local industry collaborators. Under this job title, you will develop a CFD modelling platform to evaluate the combustion, flammable and toxic gases emission and dispersion characteristics resulted from battery fires/thermal runaway in the battery room and beyond, considering the various common battery chemistries in eHC and atmospheric conditions. You will also need to experimentally characterise the heat release rate (HRR), flammable and toxic gases emissions of various types of batteries potentially deployed in eHC through reduced scale testing. Lastly, you will also need to evaluate the various gas monitoring sensors performance in detecting the battery gas releases for remote monitoring and early detection, and evaluate the potential fire suppression strategies on battery fires. Job Responsibilities:  Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake these responsibilities in the project: i. Assists in co-supervision of final year projects (FYP) or capstone projects students under the Project PI. ii. Meeting the deliverables by carrying out the computational simulations and experimental studies planned for under the scope of work of the projects within the timeframe to meet the deliverables. iii. Assists the PI in drafting of reports, conference proceedings and journal articles based on the outcome of the projects. iv. Prepares and shares fortnightly report of results from the computations with the PI. Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements: Master or Ph.D (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, Marine and Offshore Engineering or related fields. Strong knowledge and experience in battery fire simulation is high advantageous. Hands on experience on experimental studies Familiarity with CFD applications working on industrial related projects using high performance computing clusters would also be advantageous Strong foundation in Fluid Dynamics Strong prior experience in CFD – particularly in battery fire combustion and spread. Strong skills in turbulence modelling, CFD mesh generation in complex 3D geometries. Proficient in handling large data sets and the ability to analysis and interpret results. Experience in commercial CFD package such as ANSYS package and FDS is preferred. Candidate preferably should be familiar and have sufficient experience in using ANSYS FLUENT and FDS, Meshing tool and post-processing software. Able to work independently with strong data analytical skills, communication and interpersonal skills. Key Competencies: Proficient in Ansys Fluent or FDS Simulation Strong foundation in Fluid Dynamics Able to work independently with strong data analytical skills, communication and interpersonal skills. Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university. Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development Proficient in technical writing and presentation Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills Show strong initiative and take ownership of work

About us This is an exciting post, jointly funded by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King’s College London, and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM). King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. The university is dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place. The Strategic Vision 2029 looks forward to King’s College London’s 200th anniversary in 2029 and sets out ambitious plans in five key areas: Educating the next generation of change-makers Challenging ideas and driving change through research Giving back to society through meaningful service Working with our local communities in London Fostering global citizens with an international perspective The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) is a Faculty of King's College London and the largest academic community in Europe devoted to the study and prevention of mental illness and brain disease. The Health Service and Population Research Department is a multi-disciplinary department, including clinical, social and health scientists, which conducts world-leading research to better understand and to improve mental health outcomes, systems, and care, particularly in disadvantaged and marginalised populations. The South London and Maudsley NHS Trust (SLaM) provides mental health care to the London Boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark, and is the largest provider of national and specialist mental health services in the UK. The two organisations have a rich history of collaborative working in research and its translation to best clinical practice. About the role This post is jointly funded by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King’s College London, and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM). It is primarily based in the Health Service & Population Research (HSPR) Department, part of the School of Mental Health and Psychological Sciences, at the IoPPN. The successful candidate is expected to bring a portfolio of world-class research in a field of psychiatry relevant to HSPR, the IoPPN, and SLAM. Areas of particular interest to the Department include community psychiatry and youth mental health, but other areas will be considered for the right candidate. The successful candidate will have an international reputation in their field and have an established research programme, a track record of publications, grant income and research impact, and potential for significant future grant income. They will be expected to develop, support and foster a research team of mid and early career research staff and students and establish collaborations across the IoPPN and KCL and with clinical services within SLAM and the wider King’s Health Partners (KHP) community.  The successful candidate will have strong leadership, interpersonal and education skills, will champion an inclusive working environment, and will contribute to administrative activities and undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. This is a full time, and you will be offered an indefinite contract. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Registered as a Specialist in Psychiatry on GMC Specialist Register in Psychiatry, or on international equivalent and eligible for inclusion. PhD or equivalent Doctoral qualification Established record of external grant funding and research grant delivery in the field of psychiatry. Track record of published research of an outstanding international quality in the field of psychiatry. Ability to deliver excellent quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and successful student supervision. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and across organizations. Experience in leading and managing a research team and demonstrated excellence in mentoring and supporting early career academics, clinical and non-clinical researchers. Commitment to delivering high-quality clinical services that are valued by patients. Commitment to research impact and dissemination of own work beyond academia, including, where applicable, translation into innovative clinical practice. Desirable criteria Section 12(2) Approval (UK applicants). International applicants can apply for this if successful. Downloading a copy of our Job DescriptionFull details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £109,725 - £145,478, plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance per annum Job ID: 124285 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Sarah Byford Contact Details: sarah.byford@kcl.ac.uk