University Assistant (prae doc) at the Research Network Chemistry Meets Microbiology

The University of Vienna (19 faculties and centres, 178 fields of study, approx. 9.600 members of staff, about 92.000 students) seeks to fill the position as soon as possible of a


Reference number: 9294

TER, the Division of Terrestrial Ecosystem Research, Department of Microbiology and Ecosystem Science, is looking for a highly motivated PhD student interested to work at the interface between soil microbial ecology, biogeochemistry and metabolomics. We are committed to conduct excellent research in a motivating and intellectually stimulating environment, and to train our students to become independent and internationally competitive scientists who enjoy research and contribute to society as conscientious citizens. The PhD thesis will focus on central aspects and controls of soil carbon sequestration, i.e. (i) how labile organic matter inputs in soils (root exudates) are metabolized by the microbial community, (ii) how this impacts the decomposition of soil organic matter (rhizosphere priming effect), and (iii) how this influences microbial turnover and necromass production and thereby soil organic matter sequestration. Isotope tracing will be applied to study the microbial metabolism of exudates and necromass formation. The PhD candidate will therefore work at the interface between soil/microbial ecology and analytical chemistry, applying high end methods of soil organic matter speciation and isotope measurements (fluxomics).

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



Extent of Employment: 30.0 hours/week
Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.

Job Description:
Your responsibility will be to write a PhD thesis (scientific papers) and the participation in research projects. Additionally, it is expected that you assist in the supervision of students and the maintenance of analytical instrumentation at the department. Teaching to the extent of the collective agreement provisions is required.

Profile:
+ Master or diploma degree in biology/ecology, environmental sciences, or analytical chemistry
+ Expertise in at least two of the fields of microbial physiology, soil biogeochemistry, soil microbial ecology, and ecosystem research
+ Hands-on experience in analytical techniques such as liquid/gas chromatography and/or mass spectrometry
+ Good written and oral communication skills

Ideal candidates should have a solid background in ecosystem research and in analytical chemistry.

Documents:
- Motivation letter (1 page maximum)
- CV (including scientific publication and presentation activities, if any)
- Contact details of two possible references


Applicants must have the ability to work in an international team, have good communication skills and should be highly motivated and committed to pursuing interdisciplinary research. Excellent English in speaking and writing is mandatory


Research fields:

Main research field	Special research fields	Importance
Biology	Plant ecology;Microbiology;Ecosystem research	SHOULD

Education:

Educational institution	Educational level	Special subject	Importance
University	Biology, Botany, Zoology	Ecosystem research	SHOULD

Languages:

Language	Language level	Importance
English	Very good knowledge	MUST

Computer-Skills:

Type of computer skills	Specified computer skills	Importance
Basic Knowledge	MS Excel	MUST

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 27.02.2019, mentioning reference number 9294.

For further information please contact Oberwalder, Christof +43-1-4277-25761.

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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Reference number: 9294
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