PostDoctoral Researcher

Universität Wien

Job description:

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

PostDoctoral Researcher

The Centre of Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science is comprised of 23 groups that conductinternationally leading research in the field of microbial ecology and environmental systems science.

Your personal sphere of play:

The Centre's Department of Microbiology and Ecosystem Science assembles an international, ambitious andcommitted team and offers an interdisciplinary scientific environment, cutting-edge laboratories and a creativeworking atmosphere. The PostDoc will be part of the research group Microbial Biochemistry.

The employment duration is 3 years.

Your future tasks:

• Applying LC-MS analyses of microbial metabolites
• Synthesis of chemical standards and probes
• Investigating bacterial biotransformation products of human drugs
• Investigating effects of drugs on siderophore biosynthesis and degradation
• Close collaboration between Chemistry and Microbiology
• Data analysis
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences
• Supervision of trainees and students

This is part of your profile:

• A PhD degree in Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in LC-MS analytics, synthesis of molecular standards (e.g. quinolones, AHLs), quorum sensing pathways
• Preferably experience in working with metal chelators
• Experience in working with microbial cultures (preferably with biosafety level 2)
• Publications in peer-reviewd journals
• A proactive, curious, and independent thinker who is motivated to push the boundaries of knowledge.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, international research environment.

What we offer:

Work-Life-Balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

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

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 over600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4.932,90 (on a full time basis,14 times a year) increases if we can creditprofessional experience.

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

It is that easy to apply:

Please submit the following documents with your application through our job portal ("Apply now" button):

• Letter of motivation (1 page maximum)
• Academic curriculum vitae 
• PhD Degree / Diploma 
• Names of 2 References

If you have any questions, please contact:

Eva Lugbauer

eva.lugbauer@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.

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​Application deadline: 12/10/2025 

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