University Assistant postdoctoral

Universität Wien

Job description:

At the University of Vienna more than 10,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500  of them do research and teaching, around 2,900 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral

The González research group (https://theochem.univie.ac.at/) at the Institute of Theoretical Chemistry aims at understanding chemical phenomena using contemporary computational and theoretical methods. We employ and extend ab initio quantum chemistry to understand and predict structure and reactivity in the ground and electronic excited states. Further, we use and develop classical and quantum dynamical methods to explain molecular photochemical process, also in complex environments.

Your personal sphere of play:

A university postdoc position is available at the Institute of Theoretical Chemistry in the Faculty of Chemistry of the University of Vienna for three years with the option to extend it for a further 3 years after a successful internal interim evaluation. 

The position focuses on the development of advanced methods for strongly correlated electronic structure and chemical dynamics, with a view toward implementation on hybrid quantum computing platforms. Opportunities also exist to explore applications in quantum materials. Besides research, this position includes teaching according to the collective agreement as well as supervision of students. The candidate is expected to teach courses at undergraduate level (English or German). The possibility to do a Habilitation is given.

Your future tasks:

Active participation in research, teaching & administration.

The successful candidate will contribute to research projects that involve method development or applications related to quantum computing. 

Additionally, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Participate in international publications/ academic articles and presentations.
• Participate in teaching and independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement.
• Supervise students.
• Collaborate with national and international partners.
• Support the application process for projects and securing third-party funds.
• Take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.

This is part of your personality:

• A PhD in Theoretical Chemistry, Computational Physics or a related field of research.
• Experience in method development, either quantum chemistry and/or nonadiabatic dynamics.
• Interest in extending methods that allow the application of quantum algorithms, using quantum simulators or/and quantum computers for quantum chemistry.
• Strong programming skills, especially in Python and/or C/C++/Fortran. 
• Knowledge on software development kits for quantum computing like IBM’s QISKIT, Google’s Cirq and OpenFermion or Microsoft’s Q is an asset.
• Strong motivation to work in an interdisciplinary environment at the interface of theoretical chemistry and computer science. 
• High level of self-motivation, commitment, and work ethics; willingness to travel and manage cooperative projects.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. 
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level. 

What we offer:

• Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time 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.
• Fixed-term contract: Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4,932.90 (14 times a year) for the contract period increases if we can credit professional experience.
• Terms of employment: Extent of Employment is 40 hours/week; The employment duration is 3 years, with the option to extend it for a further 3 years after a successful internal interim evaluation.
• Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With a motivation letter including research interests
• With your academic curriculum vitae
• With your list of peer-reviewed publications
• Doctoral Degree 
• Contact details of two persons who could provide reference letters
• Via our job portal/ Apply now - button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Leticia Gonzalez Herrero

leticia.gonzalez@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: 11/07/2025 

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