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:

This is part of your personality:

• PhD in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or similar, with a strong publication record.
• A solid understanding of the relevant concepts in mass spectrometry-based proteomics, lipidomics, or metabolomics.  
• Enthusiasm for learning more.
• Broad experience in mass spectrometry, maintenance, and care of mass spectrometry infrastructure.
• An understanding of the statistical principles behind current best practices in the field.
• Strong communication, data presentation, and visualization skills. Thereby, English is required, and German is an advantage.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to handle several concurrent, fast-paced projects.

In addition, we expect the successful candidate to have:

• Experience of working on research projects
• Publications in renowned, subject-relevant media (peer-reviewed, depending on the professional standards)
• International presentation experience  

Desirable qualifications are:

• Knowledge of university processes and structures
• Experience in supervising students

What we offer:

• Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid (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 position is fixed for a term of 6 years. The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) 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:

• Academic curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, a list of courses and a list of talks given)
• Methodological competencies description
• Certificates
• Contact details of people who could provide a letter of reference
• Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Robert Ahrends  

robert.ahrends@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: 06/12/2026 

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