University Assistant (post doc) at the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology

The University of Vienna (20 faculties and centres, 178 fields of study, approx. 9.800 members of staff, about 90.000 students) seeks to fill the position from 01.03.2021 of a


Reference number: 11547

Do you have a strong interest in systems biology and disease-related research in the context of chronic pain? Do you want to benefit from working in an interdisciplinary, dynamic, and highly motivated research group embedded in the excellent and international environment of the University of Vienna? Then come join our new team of the “Systems Biology of Pain” Group at the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology as a Postdoctoral fellow. Our translational research focuses on the molecular underpinnings of painful pathologies in vertebrates. In particular, we have setup an integrated workflow for the discovery of system-wide proteome dynamics involved in chronic pain; please see our new (and currently in-development) webpage at the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Vienna (https://backend.univie.ac.at/index.php?id=100017). The goal of our work is to reveal protein network signatures of chronic pain in preclinical mouse models and also in humans, e.g. pain patients (as part of on-going collaborations with clinicians). Candidates need relevant experience and proven skills in biochemistry and quantitative proteomics (mass spectrometry and bioinformatic analysis of mass spectrometry data) in the context of systems biology. Candidates who have additional expertise in pain research or the neurosciences are especially encouraged to apply.
It is also essential that the postholder is highly motivated and enthusiastic, is able to work independently and manage research projects including bench-work, literature search and collaborative work with other researchers (also collaborators) and staff.
Our research group is embedded in the Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Vienna. Thus, we benefit from close interactions with experts in chemical medicine, bioinformatics, drug screening, and systems biology. This interdisciplinary and dynamic environment provides ideal opportunities for collaborative research, learning, and scientific as well as personal development within the international research community in Vienna.
We embrace diversity and encourage international candidates to apply. The position is limited with 6 years, starting date is March 1, 2021.






Duration of employment: 6 year/s

Extent of Employment: 40.0 hours/week
Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.

Job Description:
Active participation in research, teaching and administration. This involves - Developing and strengthening the independent research profile - Involvement in research projects / research studies - International publications and presentations - Responsibility for project applications and the acquisition of third-party funding - Preparing / writing a scientific publications - Independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement - Supervision of students - Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance - Involvement in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration. The offered project combines several techniques relevant for biomedical molecular research, i.e. biochemistry, quantitative mass spectrometry-based proteomics and bioinformatics-based systems biology. The goal of our work is to reveal protein network signatures of chronic pain in preclinical mouse models and also in humans (as part of on-going clinical collaborations). These signatures might represent novel targets for the development of more efficient therapies of chronic pain.

Profile:
Doctoral degree/PhD degree Systems Biology, Neurosciences, Biochemistry or similar - Professional competence – Very good problem solving skills- Methodological competence - Didactic competence - High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing - Excellent command of written and spoken English - Ability to work in a Team. Candidates need to be proficient in biochemistry and quantitative proteomics (mass spectrometry and bioinformatic analysis of mass spectrometry data) in the context of systems biology. Candidates who have additional expertise in pain research or the neurosciences are especially encouraged to apply.

In addition, we expect the successful candidate to have - Teaching experience or experience of working with e-learning - Experience working on research projects - Publications in renowned, subject-relevant media (peer-reviewed, depending on the professional standards) - International presentation experience Desirable qualifications are - Experience of supervising students Application documents - Letter of motivation - Academic curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, a list of courses and a list of talks given) - Description of research interests and former research (not to exceed 2 pages).


Research fields:

Main research field	Special research fields	Importance
Biology	Systems biology	SHOULD

Languages:

Language	Language level	Importance
English	Excellent knowledge	MUST

Computer-Skills:

Type of computer skills	Specified computer skills	Importance
Basic Knowledge	MS Office	MUST

Applications including a letter of motivation (German or English) should be submitted via the Job Center to the University of Vienna ( http://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than 14.02.2021, mentioning reference number 11547.

For further information please contact Schmidt, Manuela +43-1-4277-55360.

The University pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity (http://diversity.univie.ac.at/). The University lays special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants.

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