University Assistant (post doc) at the Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics

The University of Vienna (20 faculties and centres, 179 fields of study, approx. 10.000 members of staff, about 90.000 students) seeks to fill the position as soon as possible of a


Reference number: 12719

The Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics (AEP) Group at the Faculty of Physics of the University of Vienna combines innovative modelling with highly-sophisticated laboratory-, ground-, and aircraft-based experiments to study the fundamental physical, optical, and chemical properties of aerosol particles and clouds. Current research within the AEP group focuses on different but related areas of aerosol science and covers the entire particle size spectrum, from the nano- to the microscale. The results achieved by the AEP Group are important not only to promote a general understanding of physical problems related to aerosols, but also for addressing health- and technology-related questions, as well as societal challenges such as climate change. In order to extend our team, we are looking for a motivated and interested post-doctoral research assistant with expertise in aerosol mass spectrometry. The position is limited for the duration of the absence of an employee expected until 20.10.2022.


The position is vacant for the period of absence of a member of staff.



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:
- Participation in research in the field of aerosol science with particular focus on ground-based urban background aerosol measurements and airborne in-situ aerosol measurements
- Laboratory characterization of new instruments, including the Laser ablation aerosol particle time-of-flight mass spectrometer (LAAPTOF) for microplastic detection and for coarse mode ambient aerosol characterization - Modification and operation of the measurement infrastructure at the urban background rooftop laboratory
- Contribution to the set-up and preparation of the ACTRIS National Facility for aerosol in situ observations at the University of Vienna
- Development, modification, preparation and testing of aerosol instruments for airborne applications
- Collection of new data including participation in ground-based and airborne field campaigns.
- Analysis and interpretation of data from the urban background rooftop laboratory and from past and upcoming ground- and airborne field Experiments
- 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 - Independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement - Supervision of students and student theses - Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance - Involvement in the department administration, teaching, and research administration

Profile:
Professional expertise:
- Doctoral degree/PhD Degree
- Knowledge in experimental physics and field work, ideally in aerosol physics and/or atmospheric physics, including various aerosol generation/measurement techniques
- Knowledge of and experience with aerosol mass spectrometry
- Excellent programming skills (e.g., Python and/or Igor)
- Experience with aircraft-based aerosol measurement and laboratory Experiments
- Willingness to travel (typically several weeks at a time for international field work)
- Physical conditions for participating in airborne field campaigns - High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing
- Excellent command of written and spoken English - Willingness to learn the German language
- Ability to work in a Team
- Teaching experience, both in-person and virtual (e-learning)
- Experience of working on research Projects
- Relevant publication record in high-impact, peer-reviewed publications
- International presentation experience
- Knowledge of university processes and structures - International work experience - Experience supervising students and advising them on thesis projects

- Driver's license is considered an asset
- Experience with aerosol particle measurement techniques is considered an asset
- Experience with the acquisition of third-party funding is considered an asset

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 research agenda
- Contact details of people who could provide a letter of reference



Research fields:

Main research field	Special research fields	Importance
Physics, Astronomy	Aerosol physics;Environmental physics	MUST

Education:

Educational institution	Educational level	Special subject	Importance
University	Physics, Mechanics, Astronomy	-	MUST

Languages:

Language	Language level	Importance
English	Excellent knowledge	MUST

Applications including a letter of motivation (German or English) should be sumbitted via the Job Center to the University of Vienna ( http://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than 09.03.2022, mentioning reference number 12719.

For further information please contact Weinzierl, Bernadett +43-1-4277-73412.

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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