University Assistant postdoctoral

Universität Wien

Job description:

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. 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 postdoctoral

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together!

Your personal sphere of play:

A university assistant (postdoc) position is available at the Department of Food Chemistry and Toxicology at the Faculty of Chemistry for 3 years with the possibility to extend it to a total of six years. The 'Global Exposomics and Biomonitoring Laboratory' lead by Professor Benedikt Warth aims at a better understanding of the impact of food- and environment-related toxicants on human health. Innovative mass spectrometric methods are developed and applied to investigate exposure, metabolism, and toxicity. The lab consists of a motivated and interdisciplinary team acting in a strong national and international network. 

This position in the field of bioanalytical chemistry is dedicated to the development and application of innovative mass spectrometry-based workflows and data evaluation tools. The developed metabolomic and exposomic tools will be applied to address pressing research questions at the edge of environmental/food contaminants and human health. 

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• Working in the framework of large-scale EU projects (ERC, ESFRI) and collaborating with national and international partners
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot high-end mass spectrometers with a focus on GC-HRMS and Orbitrap analysers
• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical GC-MS and LC-MS methods for various applications
• Provide training, consultation and technical support to fellow researchers and students 
• Stay updated on the latest mass spectrometry advancements and implement best practices.
• You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Supporting the application process for projects and securing third-party funds.
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.

This is part of your personality:

• PhD degree in analytical, biological, food, or computational chemistry, biotechnology or related field
• Experience in mass spectrometry (especially GC-MS) and programming (e.g. R), statistical knowledge for omic-scale research questions
• Scientific publishing experience in renowned, subject-relevant peer-reviewed journals
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot instrumentation
• Experience in clinical metabolomics or breast cancer research is an asset
• High level of self-motivation, commitment, and work ethics; willingness to travel and manage cooperative projects
• Excellent knowledge of English (C1) and good command of German (B2) is an asset

What we offer:

• Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid work (upon agreement).
• 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 4,932,90 (14 times per year before tax) increases, if we can credit professional experience. 
• Fixed-term contract: This position is advertised for three years with the possibility to extend it to a total of six years.
• Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:

•    Letter of motivation, academic CV and publication record
•    Three references, degree certificates and transcripts
•    Only complete applications will be considered
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If you have any questions, please contact:

Benedikt Warth  

benedikt.warth@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: 08/29/2025 

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