University Assistant postdoctoral

Universität Wien

Job description:

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 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:

The Research Group 'Nanomagnetism and Magnonics' at the Faculty of Physics, University of Vienna, is an ambitious team conducting internationally leading research in the fields of magnonics, spin-wave physics, inverse-design magnonics, spintronics, millikelvin-temperature quantum magnonics, unconventional computing, and nonlinear spin-wave phenomena in nanoscale hybrid systems. The group is directed by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Andrii Chumak. We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with exceptional expertise in experimental low-temperature physics to support the group in its cutting-edge quantum magnonics research. The position is limited to a six-year term.

Your future tasks:

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

• Contribute to the research goals of the Research Group in the direction of Quantum Magnonics as a Postdoctoral Researcher. The research includes the following: (1) investigating linear and nonlinear spin-wave physics at millikelvin temperatures; (2) characterising and using different magnetic materials and heterostructures for magnon transport in the quantum limit; and (3) investigating single magnon excitation and detection using superconducting qubits.
• Support the operation and maintenance of the millikelvin dilution refrigerators in the Research Unit 'Nanomagnetism and Magnonics'.
• Train users in the operation of cryogenic measurement setups.
• Hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Take on administrative responsibilities in research, teaching, and general administration.

This is part of your personality:

• Hold a doctoral degree in experimental physics.
• Possess extensive experience in experimental cryogenic magnonics.
• Have experience in operating low-temperature measurement setups, including dilution refrigerators.
• A solid knowledge base and experience in magnonics, spintronics, and low-temperature physics are highly desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of English. Advanced knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Team player and high social/communicative skills.

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 and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4.932,90 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent
• With your list of publications
• With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.)
• Doctoral Degree 
• Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters
• Apply via our job portal

If you have any questions, please contact:

Andrii Chumak  

andrii.chumak@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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 11/28/2025 

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