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 as soon as possible of a
University Assistant (post doc)
at the Department of Food Chemistry and Toxicology
Reference number: 11667
The Department of Food Chemistry and Toxicology conducts research on the toxicological relevance of food constituents and the complex interplay of food bioactives and contaminants with high international visibility. We are a committed, interdisziplinary team and offer a creative working atmosphere. The University of Vienna is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity (http://diversity.univie.ac.at). The University strives to increase the share of women in senior and in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants.
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:
We are looking for highly qualified and ambitious candidates for research on the fate and impact of mycotoxins on the complex interplay of human physiology and the gut microbiome. The interdisciplinary approach shall include LC/MS-based metabolite profiling (microbial and human metabolism) as well as mechanistic studies in advanced cell culture models. In addition, the position involves independent teaching of courses (preferentially in the master curriculum "Food Chemistry") as defined by the collective agreement as well as supervision of students.
Profile:
Doctoral or PhD degree (chemistry, biology or related discipline) - Excellent command of written and spoken English - High ability to express himself/herself both orally and in writing - Documented publication activity in peer-reviewed journals - Good team-working ability - Professional competences: Experience with mammalian cell culture and state-of-the-art LC-MS/MS analytics.
In addition, experience with incubation of gut microbial strains would be of advantage. The application should include the following as one PDF file: Short cover letter that describes the motivation for the application; Scientific CV (including a full list of publications , projects if any and talks given); Description of research interests and short outline of the intended contribution to the thematic frame of the position (max. half page); Contact information for at least two academic references
Research fields:
Main research field
|
Special research fields |
Importance |
Chemistry
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Food chemistry |
MUST |
Education:
Educational institution
|
Educational level |
Special subject |
Importance |
University
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Chemistry |
Food chemistry |
MUST |
Languages:
Language
|
Language level |
Importance |
German
|
Basic knowledge |
MUST |
English
|
Excellent knowledge |
MUST |
Computer-Skills:
Type of computer skills
|
Specified computer skills |
Importance |
Basic Knowledge
|
MS Office |
MUST |
Basic Knowledge
|
Origin |
SHOULD |
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 09.02.2021, mentioning reference number 11667.
For further information please contact Schweighofer, Heidelinde +43-1-4277-70801, +43-1-4277-52007, Seybert, Johannes Ernst +43-1-4277-70809.
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.
Human Resources and Gender Equality of the University of Vienna
Reference number: 11667
E-Mail:
jobcenter@univie.ac.at
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